The name honors Song Hae, the long-standing host of the KBS program 'National Singing Contest'.
The Okyeon Reservoir was originally constructed for agricultural irrigation purposes before being repurposed for public recreation.
The park features a massive waterwheel designed to be the largest of its kind in South Korea.
A 'Love Bridge' installation is located within the park, featuring heart-shaped lighting elements for night photography.
The park includes dedicated sculptures and memorabilia reflecting the life and career of Song Hae.
The trail system is entirely flat, making it accessible for wheelchairs and strollers.
The reservoir area attracts various migratory bird species during the winter months.
The park frequently hosts local cultural performances at its outdoor stage area.
Songhae Park is a sprawling waterfront recreational area built around the Okyeon Reservoir in Dalseong-gun, Daegu. The park is named after the late South Korean television host Song Hae, who had ancestral ties to the region. Its primary feature is a 3.5-kilometer-long deck path that circles the entirety of the reservoir. The park features a large waterwheel, an artificial waterfall, and various light installations that activate after sunset. Floral gardens, including tulip fields in spring and lotus flowers in summer, are cultivated along the embankments. The park serves as a community space with pavilions, seating areas, and walking trails accessible to pedestrians. It is specifically designed to provide panoramic views of the water and surrounding hillsides. The location remains open year-round, integrating natural reservoir landscapes with pedestrian infrastructure.
The central observation bridge that provides a clear view of the waterwheel and the reservoir surface.
Walk the entire 3.5km loop to see the different landscape perspectives, including the waterfall and the lotus ponds.
Visit after dusk when the LED illuminations on the bridges and paths are active.
Bring water and snacks, as there are limited commercial facilities directly along the walking trail itself.
Avoid visiting during the peak heat of summer afternoons as the deck path has very little natural canopy or shade.
Maintain noise levels respectful of the residential areas nearby; stay on the designated walking decks to protect local flora.
