West Seoul Lake Park
Basketball
West Seoul Lake Park
Basketball
West Seoul Lake Park is a fantastic piece of greenery. Sports isn't its strong suit, though. This is especially true for its basketball court. However, at least it does have a basketball court.
The Scouting Report
Sometimes you don't want a full court. Sometimes a half court is all you need. Whether it's to run a 3-on-3 half-court game or just to shoot around, the half-court basketball court at West Seoul Lake Park is just what the doctor ordered.
Surface
The court is in pretty good shape. The standard green outdoor court asphalt is nestled into a small cutout in the side of a hill. There is not much room to spare along the sidelines near the baseline, so don't go diving to save any balls heading out of play. However, this does provide plenty of shade for those hot summer afternoons.
Pros
- The setting is beautiful.
- There is lots of shade either on the court, courtside, or near the court.
- The surface is in pretty good shape.
Cons
- It is quite a trek from the nearest subway station.
- As implied from the previous line, the court is isolated. It's not the most convenient place to play.
- Any wild attempts to save a ball from going out of bounds near the baseline could result in a trip to the hospital. Stone walls always win.
Cool Down
At the main entrance to the park, there are some convenience stores nearby.
Sports and Recreation Nearby
- Children's Playground
- Hiking
- Open Space
- Soccer
Photo Gallery
Check out the West Seoul Lake Park photo album to see more pictures of the area.
How To Get There
Where: Seoul-si, Yangcheon-gu, Shinweoul-dong
From Lines 2 & 5 - Kkachisan Station (까치산역):
- Go out exit 4.
- Take Bus 653 from the nearby bus stop.
- Get off at West Seoul Lake Park stop. (approx. 4 minutes)
- Walk in the same direction as the traffic. Veer to the right along the first street you come to.
- Look for West Seoul Lake Park on your right.
- Once in the park, continue uphill. Follow the signs for 'Open Meadow'.
- The basketball court is beside the open meadow.
