Pyeongchang Cheongdeoksan: Stumbling into a Daisy Snow Sea

"The moment I pushed open the mountain gate, I fell into a breathing white dreamscape—the Shasta daisies of Cheongdeoksan are writing a gentle poem with their entire summer." Key Information Blooming Period: Early June to mid-July, peak bloom in late June Transportation: Seoul → Pyeongchang: Take an express bus from Dong Seoul Bus Terminal (approx. 2.5 hours) Pyeongchang → Cheongdeoksan: Take the county bus "Cheongdeoksan Line" to the final stop (30-minute ride) Cost: Free admission | Shuttle bus at the mountain base: 3,000 KRW one way 🌼 Why is it worth a special trip? Giant petals create a visual spectacle Shasta daisies with diameters over 10cm, petals layered like fresh snow, swaying in waves when the wind blows—wearing a white dress here instantly turns you into a K-drama heroine. Exclusive cloud-viewing spot The jade-white fields are located on the mountainside at 800m elevation, framing the flower sea with layered distant mountains: crystal-clear on sunny days, misty and ethereal on foggy mornings (arrive before 8am to catch the morning mist). Hidden healing experiences Wooden boardwalk through the flowers: perfect for depth-filled photography Mountain-top café "Cloud Study": floor-to-ceiling windows + handmade pancakes Stay overnight in a hanok at the base: lantern-lit flower viewing with firefly dances ⚠️ Firsthand tips to avoid pitfalls ✅ Outfits: Light-colored linen dresses + straw bags, avoid bright colors that steal the flowers' spotlight ✅ Off-peak visits: Wednesdays/Thursdays have the fewest crowds, weekends afternoons get packed