Winter Hiking at Hamji Mountain
대구광역시 북구 조야동 산5
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As winter settled in, I started feeling my stamina drop, likely from not moving enough.
So my partner and I decided to return to Hamji Mountain, our familiar local trail, for a refreshing winter hike.
Even in the cold, the quiet scenery, bare trees, and subtle colors made the hike feel calm and deeply restorative.
A Winter Decision to Move Again
As winter arrived, I could feel my energy weakening.
Lack of exercise was probably the reason, so we chose to head back to Hamji Mountain after a long break.
Fully dressed for the cold, we stepped onto the trail, and it turned out to be a perfect hiking day.
Starting the Trail at Okgol Park
We parked near the Okgol Park Management Office and began our hike from the left trail.
Park staff were pruning trees, quietly maintaining the mountain.
Although there was a rocky path available, we chose the gentler route to the left.
Monochrome Winter Forest and Small Joys
Winter turns the mountain into shades of gray and brown.
Green trees become rare, so even a single hawthorn tree feels special.
The brown tones of pine trees affected by pine wilt disease seemed well managed, blending into the landscape.
Pines, Silver Grass, and Evergreen Shrubs
The combination of pine trees and silver grass created a beautiful winter view.
Evergreen shrubs quietly carried the role of greenery in the mountain.
They reminded me how important these plants are during the cold season.
A White Bench Between Old Oak Trees
A white bench nestled between large oak trees looked almost like a painting.
Sitting there and gazing at the open mountain range would feel incredibly peaceful.
But in winter, staying still for too long quickly makes the cold settle in.
Winter Details Along the Path
Red berries in the bushes turned out to be wild rose hips.
The bare branches of winter trees had a quiet beauty of their own.
Having hiked this mountain countless times, I recognized many trees just by their shape.
Even now, I still don’t know the names of some species I’ve grown fond of.
Changing Landscapes and Future Views
The Daegu Joya–Dongmyeong expressway, scheduled for completion in 2029, will eventually change the view below the mountain.
It made me think about how familiar landscapes slowly transform over time.
In a few years, this same view will likely feel very different.
Quiet Moments by Unamji Riverside
The winter scenery of Unamji Riverside Park was calm and beautiful.
Benches placed along the way were helpful for short breaks and hydration.
Even in freezing weather, the green leaves somehow looked more vibrant than ever.
Why Pine Trees Define Korean Mountains
I wondered what Korean mountains would look like without pine trees.
They are deeply loved by hikers and feel inseparable from the landscape.
The stone piles found on every mountain path felt familiar and comforting.
Winter Colors That Stay in Memory
After rain, water often gathers among rocks, creating small, charming scenes.
The colors of winter conifers carried mysterious gray tones.
The snowy mountain view was quietly stunning, wrapping up the hike with a sense of calm.
Even a simple winter walk like this reminded me how restorative familiar mountains can be.
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