With the Cable Car, Crowds Every Weekend... Gangwon’s Salt Mountain Grand Valley Nears One Million Annual Visitors

880,000 Visitors Last Year: A Record High
Cable Car Introduction Significantly Improves Accessibility

Cable car at Salt Mountain Grand Valley in Wonju, Gangwon Province. Wonju City Facilities Management Corporation

Salt Mountain Grand Valley, a major tourist attraction in Wonju, Gangwon Province, is on the verge of welcoming 1 million visitors annually.

On January 4, the Wonju City Facilities Management Corporation announced that the cumulative number of visitors to Salt Mountain Grand Valley last year reached 881,556. This marks the highest achievement since the attraction opened.

Salt Mountain Grand Valley completed its development project after more than seven years, unveiling its full facilities last February with the official launch of the Salt Mountain Tourist Cable Car.

The introduction of the cable car has significantly improved accessibility for groups who previously found it difficult to traverse the mountainous terrain, such as the elderly, families with young children, and people with disabilities. This enhancement greatly expanded the range of visitors, resulting in an annual total of 880,000 visitors and establishing Salt Mountain Grand Valley as a nationwide tourist destination beyond the Gangwon region.

The Facilities Management Corporation has also systematically managed the pedestrian routes connecting the cable car, the suspension bridge, Salt Cliff Walk, and the Uleong Bridge, focusing its administrative capabilities on achieving zero safety incidents and improving customer satisfaction. These efforts are analyzed to have had a positive impact on revitalizing nearby commercial districts and boosting the local economy.

Jo Namhyun, President of the Corporation, stated, "We will continue to create a safe tourist destination that visitors want to return to, based on our professional management capabilities, and usher in the era of 1 million annual visitors through customized services that prioritize guest convenience."

Visitors to Salt Mountain Grand Valley have also left numerous positive reviews. One visitor commented, "The short course is great for families, while the longer trails are perfect for friends or couples. The air is fresh and the scenery is beautiful, so I felt truly refreshed."