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Gusipo Beach

Jeollabuk-do  >  South Korea

Gusipo Beach is a beach with mudflats where you can observe the globally endangered Chinese Crested Tern, along with several other shorebird species.

Added* by Inseo Choi
Most recent update 25 март 2026

Description

Gusipo Beach (구시포해수욕장) is known as one of the last habitats of the globally endangered Chinese Crested Tern in South Korea. During the season, you can also observe a number of other water birds such as Eurasian Oystercatcher, Whimbrel, Black-tailed Gull, Black-faced Spoonbill, Kentish Plover, and Chinese Egret.

Details

Access

Gusipo Beach is located on the west coast of South Korea in Jeollabuk‑do Province, about 20 km west of Gochang. The best access is by car. Press P on the map for directions. You can also take the bus number 101 from Gochang bus terminal.

Terrain and Habitat

Mud flats , Beach

Conditions

Flat , Sandy , Wet

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

Summer

Best time to visit

Summer

Route

Unpaved road , Paved road

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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