Pyeongchang, Gangwon-do · Winter fishing festival
Pyeongchang Trout Festival
January 9–February 9, 2026
- Dates
- January 9–February 9, 2026
- Hours
- 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
- Admission
- Paid by activity
- Ice fishing
- From KRW 20,000
- Venue
- Odaechon Festival Grounds in Jinbu
- Address
- 3562 Gyeonggang-ro, Jinbu-myeon, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
Plan a few nearby stops
Traditional marketJinbu · under 1 km awayJinbu Traditional MarketThis five-day market opens on dates ending in 3 and 8 each month.View market details Winter riverAt the festival siteOdaechon StreamThe frozen river holds the fishing zones, snow activities, food areas, and festival plaza.View details Mountain templeFor a separate half dayWoljeongsa TempleWalk the fir forest and temple grounds in Odaesan National Park before returning to Jinbu.View details Hotels near the festival
Jinbu, Odaechon Stream, and Odaesan
View staysChoose the fishing package before arrival
Compare ticket types
Tent fishing, ice fishing, indoor fishing, barehand catching, and activity passes had different prices.
Dress for standing on ice
Insulated boots, gloves, and layered clothing are essential for a full session outdoors.
Check ice conditions
The 2026 festival has ended. Future opening and activity zones depend on weather and ice safety.
Winter fishing takes over Jinbu
At a glance
The festival combines trout fishing with barehand catching, sledding, rafting, skating, ice bicycles, food, and family activities.
The setting
Clear winter water and cold mountain weather turn the Odaechon area into a large seasonal playground.
Before you go
The 2026 festival ran January 9–February 9 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. All major activities required paid tickets.
