Indoor and Outdoor Routes at High1 Water World in Gohan, 1,100 Meters Above Sea Level

A 51,038㎡ Water Leisure Complex Opened with a 167.2 Billion Won Investment in 2018

High1 Water World is a water park located within High1 Resort in Gohan-eup, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province. It officially opened on July 5, 2018, and Kangwon Land invested 167.2 billion won to build it across approximately 51,038㎡. Gangwon Province statistical data records Water World as a facility with 17 types of amusement-oriented recreational equipment licensed at 175 High1-gil, Sabuk-eup.

The facility was developed as a four-season, stay-oriented attraction at High1 Resort, expanding the tourism infrastructure of a former mining region. According to reports at the time of opening, it had 16 types of recreational facilities, including a wave pool, bade pool, and slides; 14 spas; and four docks, with a simultaneous capacity of approximately 6,640 people. Rather than planning only a short water-play session, it is more realistic to allow five to seven hours if you intend to use the indoor and outdoor areas together with the relaxation facilities.

Peak-season hours in 2026: 09:00–20:30; Check the Daily Operating Schedule Before Buying Tickets

2026 sales information states that peak-season Water World tickets are valid through August 30, 2026, and lists peak-season operating hours as 09:00–20:30. The same operating hours are provided for the shower rooms and locker rooms, but actual hours may vary depending on weather, facility inspections, and seasonal transitions.

During the regular season, some listings show hours of 10:00–17:30 Sunday through Thursday and 10:00–19:00 Friday and Saturday, so the peak-season schedule should not be treated as a year-round standard. No regular weekly closing day has been confirmed, and seasonal closures or partial-operation notices may occur. Before visiting, specify your date on the official High1 Resort website and ticket-sales pages and confirm whether the facility is operating.

• Listed peak-season hours: 09:00–20:30
• Example regular-season hours: 10:00–17:30 Sunday–Thursday, 10:00–19:00 Friday–Saturday
• Recommended arrival: Within 30 minutes before or after opening
• Recommended stay: 5–7 hours

Admission Prices Vary by Date and Ticket Type Rather Than Following a Fixed Rate; 2026 Peak-season Sales Start at 34,700 Won

Water World admission is sold at prices that vary according to the date of use, adult or child ticket type, weekday or weekend, and promotions, rather than at one fixed rate. In 2026 High1-affiliated sales channels, peak-season child tickets are listed from 34,700 won, but this is not an on-site standard price applicable to every date and age group.

Therefore, admission should be budgeted according to the price for the selected ticket type and date displayed on the official booking screen immediately before purchase. Online tickets may have validity periods and cancellation conditions, and ticket categories are divided by visitor, so it is advisable to check the group members’ birth-date criteria first. Whether swimsuits, swim caps, towels, and life-jacket rentals are available, as well as their costs, may also change separately from the admission ticket.

• 2026 peak-season sales example: Child tickets from 34,700 won
• Peak-season ticket validity listed through: August 30, 2026
• Price-checking sequence: Select visit date → Select adult or child ticket type → Check cancellation conditions
• A variable-price product that is difficult to describe as a fixed on-site rate

Choose Your Route First Between the 3 m Wave Pool and 17 Types of Amusement Equipment

Because Water World has a high proportion of indoor facilities, your plans are less likely to be completely disrupted even on rainy or windy days. However, the outdoor lazy river and some outdoor facilities may have limited operations due to temperature, lightning, or strong winds. If outdoor slides or the wave pool are your top priorities, it is better to check whether they are operating first after entering.

Rather than trying to experience every facility at once, it is advisable to separate the wave-pool operating hours, waits for popular slides, meals, and the order of spa and relaxation time. Video reviews from 2024–2025 repeatedly mention the 3 m wave pool and Boomerang Go. Children and beginner swimmers who may find changes in water depth and wave strength overwhelming should prioritize being accompanied by a guardian and wearing a life jacket.

• Amusement-oriented recreational equipment according to Gangwon Province statistics: 17 types
• Recreational facilities listed at opening: 16 types
• Spas listed at opening: 14
• Docks listed at opening: 4
• Maximum wave height mentioned in videos about the wave pool: 3 m

After Gohan Station or Gohan-Sabuk Bus Terminal, Allow Time for Travel Within the Resort

Rail travelers can use Gohan Station or Sabuk Station, where Mugunghwa-ho trains stop, as their base. Jeongseon-gun transportation information lists a Mugunghwa-ho route from Cheongnyangni Station to Taebaek and Donghae via Jecheon, Mindungsan, Sabuk, and Gohan. Intercity buses departing Seoul are listed as operating from Dong Seoul Comprehensive Bus Terminal to Gohan-Sabuk 22 times a day, with a travel time of approximately two hours and 30 minutes.

Connections by resort shuttle or taxi from Gohan Station or Gohan-Sabuk Bus Terminal to Water World vary by season and timetable, so check the day’s routes before departure. Jeongseon Arirang Call, the Jeongseon-gun call-taxi service, can be reached at 033-592-0000, and the Jeongseon-gun bus information system provides real-time locations and routes for county buses. By car, enter “High1 Water World” or the road-name address into your navigation system.

• Dong Seoul Comprehensive Bus Terminal → Gohan-Sabuk: Listed as 22 services per day, approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
• Dong Seoul Comprehensive Bus Terminal inquiries: 1688-5979
• Jeongseon Arirang Call: 033-592-0000
• Jeongseon-gun public transportation information: Bus routes and real-time locations provided
• Driving from the Seoul area to Jeongseon: Approximately 3 hours

How to Prepare for Parking, Lockers, and Foreign-language Assistance After Arriving at 424 High1-gil

The address is High1 Water World, 424 High1-gil, Gohan-eup, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province. Because it is located within the resort grounds, it is advisable to finish preparations 30–40 minutes before your final facility use, allowing time to walk between the parking lot and building entrance, find a parking location during the summer peak season, and change clothes before leaving. Since parking availability and fees were not confirmed in the notices for the relevant date, reconfirm them with the resort customer center before departure.

The main contact is the High1 Resort customer center at 1588-7789. Based solely on publicly available Water World operating materials, it is difficult to confirm the availability of wheelchair and stroller routes, accessible changing rooms, life jackets and assistive equipment, or on-site assistance in English, Chinese, and Japanese. If you need mobility assistance, tell the customer center your visit date, group size, and specific required support before booking, and confirm which facilities are available.

• Address: High1 Water World, 424 High1-gil, Gohan-eup, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province
• Main inquiries: 1588-7789
• Coordinates: 37.211471, 128.816362
• Recommended time for changing clothes and settling accounts before departure: 30–40 minutes
• Accessibility and parking fees: Confirm with the customer center for the visit date

Choosing What to Add on the Same Day as Gohan Gugongtan Market and the High1 Skyway

Since your energy may be lower after using Water World, it is better to divide a Gohan-area itinerary between the previous or following day. Jeongseon Tourism introduces Gohan Gugongtan Market, the High1 Skyway, Samtan Art Mine, and Mindungsan as nearby attractions in the Gohan and Sabuk areas alongside High1 Resort. In particular, Gohan Gugongtan Market offers a chance to experience the atmosphere of a local commercial district, which differs from the resort attractions.

In summer, it is less demanding to focus on Water World and visit the High1 Skyway or downtown Gohan early the next day. Conversely, adding an outdoor trek at elevation on the same day increases the time needed to manage wet clothes and travel. If traveling with children or using public transportation, separating the itinerary into one day for Water World and one day for a local walk and market reduces the likelihood of schedule problems.

• Jeongseon Tourism affiliated attraction: Gohan Gugongtan Market
• Jeongseon Tourism affiliated attraction: High1 Skyway
• Jeongseon Tourism affiliated attraction: Samtan Art Mine
• Jeongseon Tourism affiliated attraction: Mindungsan
• Recommended arrangement: 1 day at Water World + 1 day in the Gohan–Sabuk area