Hiking 둔지산: Best Trails?

You're getting good advice on the slopes, but there's a loop that ties a few of them together without the crowds. From the main trailhead on 둔지산로, take the path that follows the old water pipeline for about 200 meters, then cut left up the ridge. It connects to the northern face without going through the busy summit area, and you'll pop out at a rocky outcrop that faces east over the city. The whole loop is maybe 4 kilometers and takes about an hour and a half. For water, I'd stick with one liter if you go in the morning, 1.5 if it's afternoon sun.

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honestly, if you want a proper hidden spot without the crowds, skip the northern ridge and head for the western face instead. There's a little unmarked trail that kicks off just past the old water reservoir on 둔지산로, it's short but scrambles up through some gnarly boulders with a killer view of the city at sunset. No ropes, just good shoes and a bit of patience for the loose rocks. And fwiw, I'd bring 1.5 liters next time, the western side gets exposed sun and you'll sweat more than u think

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The eastern slopes are good, but I'd actually point you to the northern ridge instead. There's a path that starts near the small community garden on 밤고개로, it's not on most maps but locals use it all the time. It's steep for about 15 minutes then levels out into a really pretty forest with these rock formations that catch the afternoon light. No ropes needed, just watch your footing on the loose gravel near the top. And yeah, one liter is plenty for a loop there.

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Reserve the 2pm seating, gets packed after 3.

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the set, not a la carte

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Coming from Haebangchon, take line 6 to Itaewon then walk up, taxi is only like 6,000 won though. Skip the scones honestly, they're dry. Order the first flush darjeeling a la carte and a slice of their matcha roll.

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