10 Best Jeju Oreums! A Complete Guide to Beginner-Friendly Oreums in Jeju (Updated for 2026)

If you’re planning a trip to Jeju, we recommend hiking an oreum at least once. Offering panoramic views of the blue sea, Hallasan Mountain, grasslands, and villages, oreums are a special natural heritage found only in Jeju.

Jeju officially has 368 oreums, each with a different shape, landscape, and difficulty level, so no two are alike. However, if it’s your first time visiting Jeju, deciding which oreum to visit first can be challenging.

In this article, we’ll introduce beginner-friendly oreums that are currently open to visitors as of 2026.

What Is an Oreum?

An oreum is a small volcanic cone formed around Hallasan Mountain. Although oreums are widely known as “parasitic volcanoes,” each is an independent volcanic landform with its own crater. Their greatest appeal is that every oreum has unique ridgelines, craters, and vegetation, creating completely different scenery in each season.

10 Best Jeju Oreums

1. Geum Oreum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Because it is relatively easy to hike almost all the way to the summit, this is one of the most highly recommended oreums for beginners. It is especially famous for its volcanic crater at the summit, sweeping views of western Jeju, and beautiful sunsets.

2. Ttarabi Oreum

This iconic oreum is nicknamed the “Queen of Oreums.” Its three craters are linked by gently rolling ridges, and it is especially worth visiting in autumn when the silver grass is at its most beautiful.

3. Saebyeol Oreum

This is Jeju’s most famous silver grass destination. It is also well known for its spring Fire Festival, and the summit offers panoramic views toward Aewol and Hallim.

4. Yongnuni Oreum

One of Jeju’s most iconic oreums, it can now be visited by following the designated trail after a trail restoration project.

5. Abu Oreum

The climb to the summit is very short, making this a great oreum to visit with children. It is renowned for its beautiful circular crater.

6. Songaksan Mountain

Rather than a steep hike, this oreum offers a charming coastal loop trail where you can walk while looking out over the sea. Enjoy expansive views of Hyeongjeseom Island, Sanbangsan Mountain, and even Gapado Island.

7. Darangshi Oreum

Although the trail is somewhat steep, the summit rewards you with some of the best views in eastern Jeju. It is recommended for anyone who enjoys photography.

8. Baegyagi Oreum

This oreum is famous for its scenery of horses grazing amid vast grasslands.

9. Gunsan Oreum

Easily accessible from Seogwipo, its summit offers views of both Sanbangsan Mountain and Hallasan Mountain.

10. Malmi Oreum

This hidden viewpoint offers views of both Seongsan Ilchulbong and Udo Island. It is also a popular stop on driving routes.

Recommended Oreums for Beginners

If this is your first oreum hike, we recommend the following four places.

With gentle slopes and short hiking times, they are easy for almost anyone to enjoy.

Essential Tips Before Visiting an Oreum

Jeju has recently been improving trails continuously to reduce damage to its oreums and is operating conservation projects and management programs focused on 87 oreums open to visitors. Access to some oreums may be restricted or visiting procedures may change to support natural restoration, so it is best to check the latest information before your visit.