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As the vibrant foliage fades on the mainland, autumn lingers vividly on the islands across the sea. If you're yearning to seize the last moments of fall, why not escape to an island? Here, the sea breeze dances with the autumn colors, creating a destination that transcends mere travel and becomes a cherished memory.

While island getaways often conjure images of summer, autumn unveils a different charm. The lush greenery mellows, and the forests burst into hues of yellow and red, harmonizing with the sea. Fallen leaves drift on the waves, and the autumn sunlight gently permeates every village alley, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the season.

Today, Travel TokTok introduces four of the best domestic islands where you can experience the emotional ambiance of late autumn.

1. Hahwado Island

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Located off the coast of Yeosu in Jeollanam-do, Hahwado Island is known as the 'flower island' in spring and a fishing haven in summer. However, its true essence blossoms in late autumn. The mountain trails and coastal paths that encircle the island are ablaze with fall foliage, and a gentle breeze guides travelers along. Instead of canola flowers or seaside daisies, the island is adorned with fallen leaves and crimson forests, leaving a lasting impression.

Hahwado's signature 'Flower Island Trail' is a circular path that loops around the island. In late autumn, the trail is decorated with serene light and fallen leaves instead of flowers. Walking along the path with the sound of gentle waves crashing below the cliffs offers a moment to fully embrace the end of the season. The sounds of the wind and the feel of the earth beneath your feet, absent in the city, are etched into your heart with every step.

Above all, Hahwado's appeal lies in its tranquility. This time of year is perfect for quiet contemplation and photography. The sight of the vast sky ablaze with color at sunset will be etched in your memory like a painting.

2. Chilcheondo Island

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Connected to Geoje in Gyeongsangnam-do by a bridge, Chilcheondo Island is easily accessible by car, yet its scenery is far from urban. Well-maintained coastal roads, forest paths, and quiet fishing villages create a space filled with deep emotion. In late autumn, the entire island is blanketed in fall foliage, giving the illusion of walking along a secluded inland mountain path.

Especially renowned as a cycling destination, Chilcheondo Island truly shines in the fall. Pedaling along the coast beneath red maple trees, you'll witness the fantastic moment when the sea and the season are captured in a single frame. Passing through quiet seaside villages, you can enjoy moments of solitude amidst the occasional sound of the wind.

The island lacks large tourist attractions, which is precisely its greatest strength. The slow pace, the sparse crowds, and the intensely seasonal scenery make it the ideal island to fully enjoy late autumn.

3. Nokdo Island

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Located in Boryeong, Chungcheongnam-do, Nokdo Island is a quiet art island accessible by ferry. With a tranquil and peaceful atmosphere, the entire island transforms into a golden paradise in late autumn, bathed in warm colors. Fall foliage spreads among the clustered trees, and the sea, viewed from the low hills, shimmers serenely.

The walking paths meander gently along the island, making it easy for anyone to stroll, and rest areas and observation decks offer views of the sea and the autumn forest. The only sounds you'll hear as you walk are your own footsteps and the distant sound of waves. The sounds of nature alone will bring clarity to your mind.

Furthermore, Nokdo Island is dotted with art installations, adding to the enjoyment of your walk. Sculptures appearing amidst the fall foliage and even a bench beneath the crimson sky make this island special. If you want to enjoy the scenery and emotions of late autumn simultaneously, Nokdo Island is the perfect choice.

4. Gukhwado Island

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Located in Hwaseong, Gyeonggi-do, Gukhwado Island may be small, but it is full of seasonal emotions. In late autumn, yellow leaves carpet the forest path behind the village like a rug, and the scene where the path meets the sea is as poignant as a scene from a movie. It doesn't take long to explore the entire island, making it perfect for a day trip.

Gukhwado Island is particularly famous for its sunsets. As the sun slowly dips into the sea, the sky turns red, and the seawater shimmers with golden light. Walking along the island path while watching this scene, you can feel the old emotions in your heart disappear like the wind.

The absence of touristy crowds and the tranquility of the accommodations and the pier feel like a backdrop for late autumn. Gukhwado Island may be small, but the emotions and scenery it holds are not. It is the best late-autumn emotional island in Korea that you must visit before this season ends.

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