One of Jeju’s 3 Major Waterfalls You’ll Actually Love
Cheonjiyeon Falls Walking & Nature Review
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Hello, this is Hidori 😊
Every time I travel to Jeju, I try to explore somewhere new.
On this trip, I finally visited a place that—surprisingly—I had never been to before.
I stayed at a hotel near Cheonjiyeon (Crystal Hotel), and from my room window…
I could literally see the waterfall area.
So after dinner, just to help digestion,
I went for a casual little walk 🚶♂️
And that’s how I ended up at Cheonjiyeon Falls,
one of Jeju’s three most famous waterfalls.
Honestly, the name felt so familiar that I assumed,
“Everyone must have already been here.”
But once I actually visited…
👉 I couldn’t stop thinking, “Why did I wait this long?”
Cheonjiyeon Falls – Essential Info 📌
- Address: 662-2 Cheonji-dong, Seogwipo-si, Jeju
- Hours:
- General: 09:00 – 22:00
- Summer (Apr–Sep): 09:00 – 18:00
- Winter (Oct–Mar): 09:00 – 17:00
- Parking: Free on-site parking (very spacious)
- Time Needed: About 30 minutes to 1 hour
- 🐶 Pet-friendly: Allowed with leash or pet stroller
The free parking alone already puts you in a good mood.
It’s also close to downtown Seogwipo,
making it an easy stop to add mid-itinerary.
Admission Fee (Totally Worth It)
- Adults: 2,000 KRW
- Children / Teens / Soldiers: 1,000 KRW
- Card payment available
✔️ Free admission for:
Children under 6, seniors over 65, Jeju residents, national merit holders,
multi-child families, multicultural families, and people with disabilities
👉 Valid ID required
Honestly?
2,000 won felt like a bargain.
The Walk to the Waterfall Is Already Healing 🌿
My first impression was this:
“The path to the waterfall is already a healing experience.”
From the entrance, the walking trail is beautifully maintained.
It’s stroller-friendly, flat, and very easy to walk.
It takes about 5 minutes to reach the ticket gate,
and along the way you’ll find:
- A small rest area
- Gentle flowing water sounds
- The fresh scent of forest air
A Protected Natural Ecosystem
Around the falls, you’ll see:
- Castanopsis trees
- Daphniphyllum
- Camellia trees
This area is home to Jeju’s subtropical plant ecosystem,
and the forest and pond here are officially protected as a Natural Monument.
The pond water is incredibly clear—
there were ducks swimming calmly,
making it impossible not to stop and stare for a while.
Reaching Cheonjiyeon Falls 🌊
After about 15 minutes of walking,
you finally arrive at the main attraction.
“Cheonjiyeon (天地淵)” literally means:
👉 “The pond where heaven and earth meet.”
- Height: ~22 meters
- Width: ~12 meters
- Pond depth: up to 20 meters
Standing in front of it,
you naturally grow quiet.
There’s also a legend about seven heavenly maidens descending to bathe here—
and once you see the scenery,
it honestly doesn’t feel exaggerated at all.
If you’re lucky,
you might even catch a small rainbow forming in front of the falls.
👉 Trust me—
it looks far more impressive in real life than in photos.
Why Cheonjiyeon Falls Is a “Textbook” Jeju Spot
This isn’t just a place where you:
“See one waterfall and leave.”
It’s a complete package:
✔️ Dense forest
✔️ Deep, crystal-clear pond
✔️ Well-designed walking paths
✔️ Rare and protected ecology
All of this comes together beautifully,
making Cheonjiyeon Falls feel like a model example of Seogwipo sightseeing.
Perfect for Everyone 👨👩👧👦🐕
Because it doesn’t take long to explore,
it’s ideal as a short stop between other plans.
Parents, kids, seniors, and even pets
can all enjoy this place comfortably.
I’ve heard most people visit Cheonjiyeon Falls on school trips—but somehow, I missed out back then 😅
Still, better late than never.
Final Thoughts
Cheonjiyeon Falls isn’t a place you visit just because it’s famous.
It’s a place that genuinely makes you feel good once you’re there.
For a small entrance fee of 2,000 won,
you get one of the most satisfying nature walks in Seogwipo.
Next time I’m in Jeju?
I’ll definitely be back 😊
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