Maengbang Beach, Samcheok
Samcheok, Gangwon · 삼척 맹방해변
Connection to the work
K-pop Butter · BTS
The jacket for the digital single "Butter" was photographed on this beach in March 2021. A photo zone recreates the props from the shoot, including sun loungers, parasols and a beach-volleyball net (refreshed in October 2022).
Visitor information
Open 24 hours, with parking near the beach entrance, about 7 km from central Samcheok. The roughly 4 km stretch of sand is known locally as "Myeongsasimni"; the water is shallow, about 1–2 m. Enquiries: +82-33-570-3074.
Etiquette
The photo-zone props are shared fixtures; do not move or damage them. During the swimming season, follow lifeguards and posted beach rules.
Address and location
- Address (Korean)
- 강원특별자치도 삼척시 근덕면 맹방해변로 228-239
- Coordinates
- 37.39055, 129.23149 View on OpenStreetMap ↗
The location is approximate.
Coordinate source: OpenStreetMap node 368950858 (맹방해수욕장). 약 4km 길이 해변의 대표 지점이며 포토존의 정확한 위치는 아님
Related articles
Sources
- 대한민국 구석구석 (한국관광공사), 여기가 '버터' 촬영지 맞나요? BTS 순례지로 다시 태어난 삼척, 2021-09 (accessed 2026-10-11)
- 대한민국 구석구석 (한국관광공사), 마침내, 음악과 영화의 성지가 된 두 곳 삼척 맹방해변과 부남해변 (accessed 2026-10-11)
- VisitKorea (한국관광공사), Maengbanghaebyeon Beach (맹방해변) (accessed 2026-10-11)
- The Korea Times, Ultimate BTS pilgrimage guide: every landmark worth visiting before, after Gwanghwamun, 2026-03-13 (accessed 2026-10-11)
Updated 2026-10-11
Compiled from at least two official tourism sources or press reports (with AI assistance, edited by Hallyu Wiki). Hours and fees can change — check the official site before you go. Request a correction