Dadaepo Beach | |
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This small small peninsula area represents Busan's southernmost area, jutting into the
South Sea near the mouth of the Nakdong River. The western edge has a muddy beach formed
by silt brought down to the sea by the Nakdong River, while the eastern edge forms a
boundary of Dadaep'o (Dadae Bay), and a rocky outcropping covered with trees
juts southward. Quite a few smaller islets crop up just offshore.When the tide is out, the flat beach exposes a wide expanse of muddy sand. Locals hit the beach in search of clams, crabs, and other creatures. Ulsuk-do, an island wildlife estuary, lies in the mouth of the Nakdong River, so many neighboring birds also flock to the area in search of a meal while the tide is out. 
A network of trails covers several kilometers of the rocking outcropping to he south, and
many people come to the area for morning exercise or weekend picnics. Although a few areas
are quite steep, the views of the coastline, small offshore islands, and the ships in the
South Sea make the effort worthwhile. In addition to the ridge line trail, several paths go
down to rocky beaches for fishing. The Korean military considers the area strategic, and a
small camp, complete with a manned machine gun, overlooks the path from the beach. Signs
warn against taking pictures and list several casualties over the years.Hours: Jul. 1 ~ Aug. 31 Admission: Free Directions: Subway line 1, Sinpyeong or Goejeong Station 
(more pictures) Food and Drink Several restaurants and food stalls along the beach offer fresh seafood. | |
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