{"content_id":"gchgzms85i","slug":"busan-nakdong-park-golf-free-use-guide","locale":"en","schema_type":"HowTo","category":"how_to","category_name":"How-to","title":"Busan Nakdong River Park Golf: How to Play for Free","summary":"Samnak, Hwamyeong and Daejeo Park Golf Courses are free to use, with on-site queues on a first-come, first-served basis. Bring a physical ID and check the priority access rules for each day of the week and any same-day closure notices.","sponsorship_disclosure":null,"affiliate_disclosure":null,"commerce_disclosure":null,"author":{"name":"Injoys Editorial Team","url":"https://injoys.com/ko/about"},"key_points":["Check the location and visitor information for your chosen course on the Busan Park Golf website.","Check the priority access rules for Busan residents that apply on the day of your visit.","Check the Nakdong River Management Headquarters notices for same-day closures and reopenings.","Bring a physical ID with your photo and address, along with your park golf equipment.","At the course, follow the first-come, first-served queue instructions to enter for each 9-hole round."],"content_markdown":"The Samnak, Hwamyeong, and Daejeo park golf courses along Busan’s Nakdong River are **free**. Bring a physical ID and join the on-site queue on a first-come, first-served basis. Busan residents have priority from Tuesday to Friday. Before leaving, check the Busan Park Golf website and notices from the Nakdong River Management Headquarters.\n\nFees and course sizes are based on Busan’s official information, checked on November 6, 2026.\n\n## How to Use the Courses for Free\n\nThere are no online reservations; access is based on the on-site queue order. There is no separate reservation deadline. First, check whether the course will be open on the day you plan to visit.\n\n1. Choose Samnak, Hwamyeong, or Daejeo on the Busan Park Golf website.\n2. Check the residency requirements that apply on the day of your visit.\n3. Look for closure notices under Community \u003e Notices on the Nakdong River Management Headquarters website.\n4. Bring a physical ID showing your photo and address.\n5. On site, enter each 9-hole round in first-come, first-served queue order as directed.\n\nBusan’s course information explicitly states that users queue on a first-come, first-served basis for every 9 holes. Phone calls are for checking whether courses are open and confirming access requirements. Contact the Park Management Team at the Nakdong River Management Headquarters at 051-310-6052. [Busan’s Samnak Ecological Park Golf Course Information](https://www.busan.go.kr/parkgolf/parkgolf01)\n\n## Access Requirements by Day and Residency\n\nThe **Busan residents have priority** rule applies from Tuesday to Friday. On Saturdays and Sundays, anyone can use the courses regardless of residence. This rule took effect on April 25, 2026.\n\n| Visit conditions | Applicable access guidance | What to check before visiting |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| Busan resident visiting Tuesday to Friday | Busan residents have priority | Prepare a physical ID |\n| Non-Busan resident visiting Tuesday to Friday | The Busan resident priority rule applies | Ask the operations team whether non-residents can use the course |\n| Visiting on a public holiday that falls Tuesday to Friday | Busan residents have priority | Weekday rules also apply on public holidays |\n| Visiting on Saturday or Sunday | Open to users regardless of residence | Check whether the course is open that day |\n| Visiting on Monday | Regular closure | Choose another operating day |\n\nPriority is based on whether you are a Busan resident. The guidance does not limit priority to residents of Buk-gu, Sasang-gu, or Gangseo-gu. Check with the operations team for detailed weekday entry rules for non-residents.\n\nThe Nakdong River Management Headquarters’ “Notice of Changes to Access Rules for Nakdong River Ecological Park Golf Courses” states:\n\n\u003e Bring a physical ID, such as a resident registration card, showing your photo and address.\n\nDo not visit with only a photo of your ID saved on your phone. Prepare according to the requirement to bring a physical ID. You can ask the operations team whether IDs other than resident registration cards are accepted. [Nakdong River Management Headquarters Notice of Changes to Access Rules](https://www.busan.go.kr/nakdong/ndaler01/1726783)\n\n## Comparing the Samnak, Hwamyeong, and Daejeo Courses\n\nWhen choosing a course, compare both its location and course layout. The courses are operated by the Busan Metropolitan City Nakdong River Management Headquarters. The Park Management Team handles inquiries about use.\n\n| Course | Location | Official number of holes | Course and location features |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| Samnak Ecological Park | Samnak-dong, Sasang-gu, Busan | 72 holes | Includes flat courses, with sports facilities and rest areas nearby |\n| Hwamyeong Ecological Park | Hwamyeong-dong, Buk-gu, Busan | 45 holes | Spacious, flat grass courses next to walking paths and bicycle paths |\n| Daejeo Ecological Park | Daejeo 1-dong, Gangseo-gu, Busan | 90 holes | Built along the Nakdong River, with courses varying in layout and difficulty |\n\nSamnak consists of the 36-hole Samnak Dynamic and the 18-hole Samnak18 Park. It also includes the 18-hole Samnak9\u00269 Park. When searching on a map, check the specific name of the course you plan to use.\n\nHwamyeong has 9 holes each on courses A, B, C, D, and E. For Daejeo, use the officially listed 90 holes when comparing courses. The total number of holes alone does not tell you which courses will be open that day or how long the wait will be. [Hwamyeong Course Information](https://www.busan.go.kr/parkgolf/parkgolf02), [Daejeo Course Information](https://www.busan.go.kr/parkgolf/parkgolf03)\n\n## Fees and Equipment Rental\n\nThe officially listed fees for Samnak, Hwamyeong, and Daejeo are free. No separate fees based on residence are listed. Differences based on residence should be checked under the weekday priority access requirements.\n\n| Item to check | Official information | What to prepare |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| Course fee | Free | Check for notices of changes before visiting |\n| Discounts for older adults and people with disabilities | The basic course fee is free | If any separate paid services are available, ask about their terms |\n| Club and ball rental | Rental availability and fees must be checked for each course | If you do not have equipment, contact the operations team before visiting |\n| Parking fees | Must be checked separately from course fees | Check the fees for the parking lot you plan to use |\n\nThe Busan Park Golf website mentions equipment rental at some courses. However, it does not specify the rental terms for Samnak, Hwamyeong, and Daejeo individually. If you do not have equipment, first check whether rentals are available.\n\n## Operating Hours and Seasonal Closures\n\nStandard operating hours are from sunrise to sunset. The regular closure day is **every Monday**. Do not plan your visit assuming the courses operate on a fixed clock schedule.\n\n| Category | Confirmed operating policy | How to check |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| Normal operation | Open from sunrise to sunset | Check the course information |\n| Regular closure | Closed on Mondays | Check the day of your visit |\n| Rain or drainage work | Temporary closures or partial operation may apply | Check that day’s closure and opening notices |\n| Extreme heat season | Separate closure hours may apply | Check the effective dates in that year’s notice |\n| Winter | No fixed closure period confirmed | Ask the operations team about your intended visit date |\n| Grass growth and maintenance periods | No fixed closure period confirmed | Check maintenance notices for each course |\n\nSummer closure hours are still listed on the course introduction pages. According to a separate notice, the heat-related closure hours ended on September 11, 2026. Check the effective dates of seasonal guidance as well. [Nakdong River Management Headquarters Notice on the End of Heat-Related Closure Hours](https://www.busan.go.kr/nakdong/ndaler01/1753738?curPage=\u0026srchBeginDt=2025-11-13\u0026srchEndDt=2026-11-13\u0026srchKey=\u0026srchText=)\n\n## Check Closure Notices for Times and Excluded Courses\n\nA reopening notice does not mean that all courses are open. On November 6, 2026, the Nakdong River Management Headquarters announced an afternoon opening following the completion of drainage work. That notice excluded Daejeo Course 2 and the Samnak Course for People with Disabilities. [Nakdong River Management Headquarters Afternoon Opening Notice](https://www.busan.go.kr/nakdong/ndaler01/1762700)\n\nThis example shows why you should read both the course introduction and that day’s operating notices. The number of holes on an introduction page indicates the facility’s size. Check the day’s notices to see which courses you can actually use.\n\n1. Check whether the effective date in the notice title matches your visit date.\n2. Check the body of the notice for the applicable time, such as morning or afternoon.\n3. Check both the courses opening and those excluded.\n4. Check whether any reopening or additional closure notices have been posted since then.\n\n## Parking, Restrooms, and Shelters\n\nThe official information lists parking lots and restrooms for each course. It also lists management offices that handle inquiries about use. Shelters and shade canopies are listed as rest areas.\n\n| Facility | Confirmed information | Additional details to check |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| Parking | Parking lots are available within the parks | Parking lots near your chosen course and parking fees |\n| Restrooms | Available around the courses | The nearest location on site |\n| Shelters and shade canopies | Rest areas are available | Locations actually available for use |\n| Management office | Facilities for inquiries and guidance are available | Where to queue on site |\n| Clubhouse | Whether a separate facility exists needs to be checked | Ask about any facilities you need, such as changing or storage areas |\n\n## What to Bring for Your First Visit\n\nFirst, prepare a physical ID and park golf clubs and balls. If you plan to rent equipment, confirm availability before leaving. Clothing that allows comfortable walking and swinging is recommended.\n\n- Physical ID: Bring an ID showing your photo and address.\n- Clubs and balls: Bring your own equipment or check the rental terms.\n- Shoes: Busan’s guidance recommends well-cushioned athletic shoes.\n- Sun protection: You can bring a hat and sunscreen.\n- Cold and wind protection: Bring a windbreaker and clothes you can layer.\n\nBefore swinging, check where people around you are standing. The Busan Park Golf website also advises checking your surroundings for safety when swinging. On site, respect the turn order of users ahead of you. [Busan’s Guide to Park Golf Equipment, Clothing, and Etiquette](https://www.busan.go.kr/parkgolf/parkgolf00)","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eThe Samnak, Hwamyeong, and Daejeo park golf courses along Busan’s Nakdong River are \u003cstrong\u003efree\u003c/strong\u003e. Bring a physical ID and join the on-site queue on a first-come, first-served basis. Busan residents have priority from Tuesday to Friday. Before leaving, check the Busan Park Golf website and notices from the Nakdong River Management Headquarters.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFees and course sizes are based on Busan’s official information, checked on November 6, 2026.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#how-to-use-the-courses-for-free\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"how-to-use-the-courses-for-free\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eHow to Use the Courses for Free\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are no online reservations; access is based on the on-site queue order. There is no separate reservation deadline. First, check whether the course will be open on the day you plan to visit.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose Samnak, Hwamyeong, or Daejeo on the Busan Park Golf website.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck the residency requirements that apply on the day of your visit.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLook for closure notices under Community \u0026gt; Notices on the Nakdong River Management Headquarters website.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBring a physical ID showing your photo and address.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn site, enter each 9-hole round in first-come, first-served queue order as directed.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBusan’s course information explicitly states that users queue on a first-come, first-served basis for every 9 holes. Phone calls are for checking whether courses are open and confirming access requirements. Contact the Park Management Team at the Nakdong River Management Headquarters at 051-310-6052. \u003ca href=\"https://www.busan.go.kr/parkgolf/parkgolf01\"\u003eBusan’s Samnak Ecological Park Golf Course Information\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#access-requirements-by-day-and-residency\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"access-requirements-by-day-and-residency\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eAccess Requirements by Day and Residency\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBusan residents have priority\u003c/strong\u003e rule applies from Tuesday to Friday. On Saturdays and Sundays, anyone can use the courses regardless of residence. This rule took effect on April 25, 2026.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVisit conditions\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplicable access guidance\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat to check before visiting\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Visit conditions\"\u003eBusan resident visiting Tuesday to Friday\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Applicable access guidance\"\u003eBusan residents have priority\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What to check before visiting\"\u003ePrepare a physical ID\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Visit conditions\"\u003eNon-Busan resident visiting Tuesday to Friday\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Applicable access guidance\"\u003eThe Busan resident priority rule applies\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What to check before visiting\"\u003eAsk the operations team whether non-residents can use the course\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Visit conditions\"\u003eVisiting on a public holiday that falls Tuesday to Friday\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Applicable access guidance\"\u003eBusan residents have priority\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What to check before visiting\"\u003eWeekday rules also apply on public holidays\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Visit conditions\"\u003eVisiting on Saturday or Sunday\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Applicable access guidance\"\u003eOpen to users regardless of residence\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What to check before visiting\"\u003eCheck whether the course is open that day\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Visit conditions\"\u003eVisiting on Monday\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Applicable access guidance\"\u003eRegular closure\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What to check before visiting\"\u003eChoose another operating day\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/tbody\u003e\n\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePriority is based on whether you are a Busan resident. The guidance does not limit priority to residents of Buk-gu, Sasang-gu, or Gangseo-gu. Check with the operations team for detailed weekday entry rules for non-residents.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nakdong River Management Headquarters’ “Notice of Changes to Access Rules for Nakdong River Ecological Park Golf Courses” states:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring a physical ID, such as a resident registration card, showing your photo and address.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not visit with only a photo of your ID saved on your phone. Prepare according to the requirement to bring a physical ID. You can ask the operations team whether IDs other than resident registration cards are accepted. \u003ca href=\"https://www.busan.go.kr/nakdong/ndaler01/1726783\"\u003eNakdong River Management Headquarters Notice of Changes to Access Rules\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#comparing-the-samnak-hwamyeong-and-daejeo-courses\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"comparing-the-samnak-hwamyeong-and-daejeo-courses\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eComparing the Samnak, Hwamyeong, and Daejeo Courses\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen choosing a course, compare both its location and course layout. The courses are operated by the Busan Metropolitan City Nakdong River Management Headquarters. The Park Management Team handles inquiries about use.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCourse\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLocation\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOfficial number of holes\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCourse and location features\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Course\"\u003eSamnak Ecological Park\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Location\"\u003eSamnak-dong, Sasang-gu, Busan\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Official number of holes\"\u003e72 holes\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Course and location features\"\u003eIncludes flat courses, with sports facilities and rest areas nearby\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Course\"\u003eHwamyeong Ecological Park\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Location\"\u003eHwamyeong-dong, Buk-gu, Busan\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Official number of holes\"\u003e45 holes\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Course and location features\"\u003eSpacious, flat grass courses next to walking paths and bicycle paths\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Course\"\u003eDaejeo Ecological Park\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Location\"\u003eDaejeo 1-dong, Gangseo-gu, Busan\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Official number of holes\"\u003e90 holes\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Course and location features\"\u003eBuilt along the Nakdong River, with courses varying in layout and difficulty\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/tbody\u003e\n\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSamnak consists of the 36-hole Samnak Dynamic and the 18-hole Samnak18 Park. It also includes the 18-hole Samnak9\u0026amp;9 Park. When searching on a map, check the specific name of the course you plan to use.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHwamyeong has 9 holes each on courses A, B, C, D, and E. For Daejeo, use the officially listed 90 holes when comparing courses. The total number of holes alone does not tell you which courses will be open that day or how long the wait will be. \u003ca href=\"https://www.busan.go.kr/parkgolf/parkgolf02\"\u003eHwamyeong Course Information\u003c/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https://www.busan.go.kr/parkgolf/parkgolf03\"\u003eDaejeo Course Information\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#fees-and-equipment-rental\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"fees-and-equipment-rental\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eFees and Equipment Rental\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe officially listed fees for Samnak, Hwamyeong, and Daejeo are free. No separate fees based on residence are listed. Differences based on residence should be checked under the weekday priority access requirements.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eItem to check\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOfficial information\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat to prepare\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Item to check\"\u003eCourse fee\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Official information\"\u003eFree\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What to prepare\"\u003eCheck for notices of changes before visiting\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Item to check\"\u003eDiscounts for older adults and people with disabilities\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Official information\"\u003eThe basic course fee is free\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What to prepare\"\u003eIf any separate paid services are available, ask about their terms\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Item to check\"\u003eClub and ball rental\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Official information\"\u003eRental availability and fees must be checked for each course\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What to prepare\"\u003eIf you do not have equipment, contact the operations team before visiting\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Item to check\"\u003eParking fees\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Official information\"\u003eMust be checked separately from course fees\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What to prepare\"\u003eCheck the fees for the parking lot you plan to use\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/tbody\u003e\n\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Busan Park Golf website mentions equipment rental at some courses. However, it does not specify the rental terms for Samnak, Hwamyeong, and Daejeo individually. If you do not have equipment, first check whether rentals are available.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#operating-hours-and-seasonal-closures\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"operating-hours-and-seasonal-closures\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eOperating Hours and Seasonal Closures\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStandard operating hours are from sunrise to sunset. The regular closure day is \u003cstrong\u003eevery Monday\u003c/strong\u003e. Do not plan your visit assuming the courses operate on a fixed clock schedule.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConfirmed operating policy\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHow to check\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Category\"\u003eNormal operation\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Confirmed operating policy\"\u003eOpen from sunrise to sunset\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"How to check\"\u003eCheck the course information\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Category\"\u003eRegular closure\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Confirmed operating policy\"\u003eClosed on Mondays\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"How to check\"\u003eCheck the day of your visit\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Category\"\u003eRain or drainage work\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Confirmed operating policy\"\u003eTemporary closures or partial operation may apply\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"How to check\"\u003eCheck that day’s closure and opening notices\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Category\"\u003eExtreme heat season\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Confirmed operating policy\"\u003eSeparate closure hours may apply\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"How to check\"\u003eCheck the effective dates in that year’s notice\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Category\"\u003eWinter\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Confirmed operating policy\"\u003eNo fixed closure period confirmed\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"How to check\"\u003eAsk the operations team about your intended visit date\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Category\"\u003eGrass growth and maintenance periods\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Confirmed operating policy\"\u003eNo fixed closure period confirmed\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"How to check\"\u003eCheck maintenance notices for each course\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/tbody\u003e\n\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSummer closure hours are still listed on the course introduction pages. According to a separate notice, the heat-related closure hours ended on September 11, 2026. Check the effective dates of seasonal guidance as well. \u003ca href=\"https://www.busan.go.kr/nakdong/ndaler01/1753738?curPage=\u0026amp;srchBeginDt=2025-11-13\u0026amp;srchEndDt=2026-11-13\u0026amp;srchKey=\u0026amp;srchText=\"\u003eNakdong River Management Headquarters Notice on the End of Heat-Related Closure Hours\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#check-closure-notices-for-times-and-excluded-courses\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"check-closure-notices-for-times-and-excluded-courses\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eCheck Closure Notices for Times and Excluded Courses\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA reopening notice does not mean that all courses are open. On November 6, 2026, the Nakdong River Management Headquarters announced an afternoon opening following the completion of drainage work. That notice excluded Daejeo Course 2 and the Samnak Course for People with Disabilities. \u003ca href=\"https://www.busan.go.kr/nakdong/ndaler01/1762700\"\u003eNakdong River Management Headquarters Afternoon Opening Notice\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example shows why you should read both the course introduction and that day’s operating notices. The number of holes on an introduction page indicates the facility’s size. Check the day’s notices to see which courses you can actually use.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck whether the effective date in the notice title matches your visit date.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck the body of the notice for the applicable time, such as morning or afternoon.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck both the courses opening and those excluded.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck whether any reopening or additional closure notices have been posted since then.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#parking-restrooms-and-shelters\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"parking-restrooms-and-shelters\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eParking, Restrooms, and Shelters\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe official information lists parking lots and restrooms for each course. It also lists management offices that handle inquiries about use. Shelters and shade canopies are listed as rest areas.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFacility\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConfirmed information\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAdditional details to check\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Facility\"\u003eParking\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Confirmed information\"\u003eParking lots are available within the parks\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Additional details to check\"\u003eParking lots near your chosen course and parking fees\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Facility\"\u003eRestrooms\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Confirmed information\"\u003eAvailable around the courses\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Additional details to check\"\u003eThe nearest location on site\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Facility\"\u003eShelters and shade canopies\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Confirmed information\"\u003eRest areas are available\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Additional details to check\"\u003eLocations actually available for use\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Facility\"\u003eManagement office\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Confirmed information\"\u003eFacilities for inquiries and guidance are available\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Additional details to check\"\u003eWhere to queue on site\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Facility\"\u003eClubhouse\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Confirmed information\"\u003eWhether a separate facility exists needs to be checked\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Additional details to check\"\u003eAsk about any facilities you need, such as changing or storage areas\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/tbody\u003e\n\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#what-to-bring-for-your-first-visit\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"what-to-bring-for-your-first-visit\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eWhat to Bring for Your First Visit\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst, prepare a physical ID and park golf clubs and balls. If you plan to rent equipment, confirm availability before leaving. Clothing that allows comfortable walking and swinging is recommended.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhysical ID: Bring an ID showing your photo and address.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClubs and balls: Bring your own equipment or check the rental terms.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShoes: Busan’s guidance recommends well-cushioned athletic shoes.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSun protection: You can bring a hat and sunscreen.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold and wind protection: Bring a windbreaker and clothes you can layer.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore swinging, check where people around you are standing. The Busan Park Golf website also advises checking your surroundings for safety when swinging. On site, respect the turn order of users ahead of you. \u003ca href=\"https://www.busan.go.kr/parkgolf/parkgolf00\"\u003eBusan’s Guide to Park Golf Equipment, Clothing, and Etiquette\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n","tags":["Exercise","Domestic Travel","Park golf"],"faqs":[{"question":"Do I need a reservation for the Samnak, Hwamyeong, or Daejeo park golf courses?","answer":"You wait on-site on a first-come, first-served basis without a reservation. Busan's course guide specifies that players queue for admission on a first-come, first-served basis for every 9 holes."},{"question":"Can residents from outside Busan also use the courses for free?","answer":"The courses are officially free to use. On Saturdays and Sundays, anyone can use them regardless of where they live. Check with the operations team about whether non-Busan residents can use them from Tuesday to Friday."},{"question":"Do Busan residents still get priority on public holidays that fall on weekdays?","answer":"The priority access rule for Busan residents also applies on public holidays that fall from Tuesday to Friday."},{"question":"Does priority access for Busan residents mean only residents of the district where the course is located?","answer":"The notice gives priority to Busan residents. It does not limit priority access to residents of Buk-gu, Sasang-gu, or Gangseo-gu, where the courses are located."},{"question":"Can I bring just a mobile ID or a photo of my ID?","answer":"The Nakdong River Management Headquarters notice requires a physical ID showing your face and address. Bring your physical ID rather than relying only on your phone screen."},{"question":"What are the operating hours and regular closing days?","answer":"The standard operating hours are from sunrise to sunset. The courses are closed every Monday. Check separately for temporary closures due to weather or course maintenance."},{"question":"Can I use the courses as soon as the rain stops?","answer":"You need to check the reopening notice. In some cases, only certain courses reopen after drainage work."},{"question":"Do older adults or people with disabilities need to apply separately for a discount?","answer":"According to the official information, basic course use is free. If you need to know the discount eligibility requirements for separate paid services, contact the operations team."},{"question":"Can I rent clubs and balls on-site?","answer":"You need to check rental availability and fees for Samnak, Hwamyeong, and Daejeo individually. If you plan to visit without equipment, contact the Park Management Team first."},{"question":"Is parking free too?","answer":"The official course guide states that parking is available. The fact that course use is free does not mean that parking is also free."},{"question":"Are there fixed closure periods during winter or the grass growing season?","answer":"The official course pages checked for this guide do not specify a fixed closure period. Check the Nakdong River Management Headquarters notices for closures that apply on the date of your visit."},{"question":"Who should I contact with questions about using the courses?","answer":"The contact listed in Busan's course guide is the Park Management Team at the Nakdong River Management Headquarters. The phone number is 051-310-6052."}],"sources":[{"url":"https://www.busan.go.kr/parkgolf/parkgolf01","title":"Busan Metropolitan City Busan Park Golf - Samnak Ecological Park","type":"source"},{"url":"https://www.busan.go.kr/parkgolf/parkgolf02","title":"Busan Metropolitan City Busan Park Golf - Hwamyeong Ecological Park","type":"source"},{"url":"https://www.busan.go.kr/parkgolf/parkgolf03","title":"Busan Metropolitan City Busan Park Golf - Daejeo Ecological Park","type":"source"},{"url":"https://www.busan.go.kr/nakdong/ndaler01/1726783","title":"Nakdong River Management Headquarters - Notice of Changes to Park Golf Course Use at Nakdong River Ecological Park","type":"source"},{"url":"https://www.busan.go.kr/nakdong/ndaler01","title":"Busan Metropolitan City Nakdong River Management Headquarters Notices","type":"source"},{"url":"https://www.busan.go.kr/nakdong/ndaler01/1753738?curPage=\u0026srchBeginDt=2025-11-13\u0026srchEndDt=2026-11-13\u0026srchKey=\u0026srchText=","title":"Nakdong River Management Headquarters - Notice of the End of Park Golf Course Closure Hours for Extreme Heat","type":"source"},{"url":"https://www.busan.go.kr/nakdong/ndaler01/1762700","title":"Nakdong River Management Headquarters - Notice of Afternoon Opening of Park Golf Courses, November 6, 2026","type":"source"},{"url":"https://www.busan.go.kr/parkgolf/parkgolf00","title":"Busan Metropolitan City Busan Park Golf - Equipment, Attire, and Etiquette","type":"source"}],"images":[{"id":2823,"url":"https://injoys.com/rails/active_storage/blobs/proxy/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6NDMwODIsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--275f238c2a5697a0928c9c6f1f2efb9f86b690a4/ai-89b0daaf.webp","is_representative":true,"generation_method":"ai_photo","license":"ai_generated","mime_type":"image/webp","width":1536,"height":1024,"translations":{"ko":{"alt":"강변 파크골프장에서 노란 재킷을 입은 노인이 안내자의 손짓에 따라 티잉 구역으로 나서고 뒤에서 두 사람이 기다린다.","caption":"현장에서 9홀마다 선착순 대기 안내에 따라 입장하세요.","description":null},"en":{"alt":"An older man in yellow steps onto a riverside park-golf tee as an attendant gestures and two players wait.","caption":"Follow the on-site first-come, first-served queue instructions for each nine-hole round.","description":null},"ja":{"alt":"川沿いのパークゴルフ場で、黄色い上着の高齢男性が係員の手招きでティーに進み、後ろで2人が待っている。","caption":"現地では9ホールごとに先着順の案内に従って入場してください。","description":null},"es":{"alt":"Un hombre mayor de amarillo pasa al tee de park golf; un encargado le indica el paso y dos jugadores esperan.","caption":"Siga las indicaciones de la fila por orden de llegada para cada ronda de nueve hoyos.","description":null},"id":{"alt":"Pria lansia berjaket kuning maju ke tee park golf saat petugas mempersilakan dan dua pemain menunggu.","caption":"Ikuti arahan antrean di lokasi berdasarkan urutan kedatangan untuk setiap putaran sembilan lubang.","description":null},"pt":{"alt":"Um idoso de amarelo avança ao tee de park golf enquanto um funcionário o orienta e dois jogadores aguardam.","caption":"Siga as orientações da fila no local, por ordem de chegada, a cada rodada de nove buracos.","description":null},"zh-hant":{"alt":"河畔公園高爾夫球場上，一名穿黃色外套的長者在工作人員示意下走向發球區，後方兩人等候。","caption":"每打9洞，請依現場先到先入場的排隊指引入場。","description":null},"de":{"alt":"Ein älterer Mann in Gelb tritt ans Parkgolf-Tee; ein Mitarbeiter winkt ihn vor, zwei Spieler warten.","caption":"Folgen Sie vor jeder Neun-Loch-Runde den Wartehinweisen vor Ort; der Einlass erfolgt nach Ankunftsreihenfolge.","description":null}}},{"id":2824,"url":"https://injoys.com/rails/active_storage/blobs/proxy/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6NDMwODgsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--ac08fb503014696aefabc9e100cbc1687aa21edc/ai-3385839a.webp","is_representative":false,"generation_method":"ai_semi","license":"ai_generated","mime_type":"image/webp","width":1536,"height":1024,"translations":{"ko":{"alt":"강변 파크골프장에서 두 사람이 지켜보는 가운데 산호색 공을 홀 쪽으로 퍼팅하는 노년 여성","caption":"방문 전 파크골프 장비를 준비하세요.","description":null},"en":{"alt":"An older woman putts a coral-colored ball toward a cup at a riverside park-golf course as two others watch.","caption":"Prepare your park-golf equipment before your visit.","description":null},"ja":{"alt":"川沿いのパークゴルフ場で、二人が見守る中、サンゴ色のボールをカップに向けて打つ年配の女性","caption":"訪問前にパークゴルフの用具を準備しましょう。","description":null},"es":{"alt":"Una mujer mayor golpea una pelota coral hacia el hoyo junto al río, mientras otras dos personas observan.","caption":"Prepara tu equipo de park golf antes de la visita.","description":null},"id":{"alt":"Seorang lansia memukul bola koral ke arah lubang di lapangan park golf tepi sungai, disaksikan dua orang.","caption":"Siapkan perlengkapan park golf sebelum berkunjung.","description":null},"pt":{"alt":"Uma idosa rebate uma bola coral em direção ao buraco à beira do rio, enquanto duas pessoas observam.","caption":"Prepare seu equipamento de park golf antes da visita.","description":null},"zh-hant":{"alt":"一名年長女子在河畔公園高爾夫球場將珊瑚色球推向球洞，後方有兩人觀看","caption":"到訪前請備妥公園高爾夫球用具。","description":null},"de":{"alt":"Eine ältere Frau puttet einen korallfarbenen Ball am Fluss zum Loch, während zwei Personen zusehen.","caption":"Bereiten Sie vor Ihrem Besuch Ihre Parkgolf-Ausrüstung vor.","description":null}}}],"published_at":"2026-11-13T19:41:22+09:00","updated_at":"2026-11-13T19:41:22+09:00","license":"cc_by","translation_status":"reviewed","available_locales":["ko","en","ja","es"],"data_locales":["ko","en","ja","es","id","pt","zh-hant","de"],"url":"https://injoys.com/en/articles/busan-nakdong-park-golf-free-use-guide"}