With Seoraksan (Mt. Seorak) at its center, Sokcho borders Goseong, Yangyang and Inje. Here are neighboring areas that make easy day trips.
Goseong County
Just north of Sokcho: lakes and observatories at the northern tip of the east coast
Driving north from Sokcho, you'll find lagoons such as Hwajinpo Lagoon and Songjiho Lake, seaside pavilions such as Cheonganjeong and Cheonhakjeong, and the Unification Observatory at the northernmost point of the east coast. Goseong attractions are also introduced in this site's Attractions and 8 Scenic Views menus.
Bordering Sokcho to the south, Yangyang is known for Naksansa Temple on a seaside cliff, Hajodae, and beaches that draw surfers year-round. It's easy to combine with a Sokcho trip as a day course.
Cross Misiryeong Pass to the west side of Seoraksan and you reach Inje, home to Baekdamsa Temple in Inner Seorak, white birch forests, and Naerincheon Stream, famous for rafting.
