Summary of Ski Resorts in China
When considering popular ski destinations, China might not be the first country that comes to mind. Nevertheless, skiing has gained immense popularity among both Chinese nationals and international ski enthusiasts looking for new experiences and lower costs. This article explores some of the best ski resorts in China, featuring both indoor and outdoor options.
1. Alshan Alpine Skiing Resort
- Notes: Resort is surrounded by forests
- Location: On the border of Inner Mongolia (Province) in China and Mongolia
- Season: November 1 through April 1
- Skiing Market: Beginners to advanced
- Getting There: Fly from Beijing to Ulanhot, then 3-4 hours by bus/train to the resort
2. Beijing Huaibei Ski Resort
- Notes: Largest ski resort accessible from Beijing
- Location: 70km outside of Beijing
- Season: December 1 through March 1
- Lifts: 4
- Trails: 6
- Skiing Market: Beginners to Advanced
- Cost: Skiing from US$50/day
- Getting There: About 1 hour by car from Beijing to the resort
3. Beijing Nanshan International Ski Slope & Resort
Address: 8VP6+CGJ, Miyun District, Beijing, China, 101509
Phone: +86 10 6445 0991
- Notes: Home to the first international standard half-pipe in China, an advanced mogul trail, and a snow football field
- Location: 80km outside of Beijing
- Season: December 15 through March 15
- Highest Mountain: 600m
- Snowboards: Yes
- Accommodation: On-site ski-in and out
- Skiing Market: Beginners – Advanced
- Cost: Skiing from US$50/day
- Getting There: Approximately 1.5 hours by car from Beijing to the resort
4. Changchun Beidahu Ski Resort
Address: CJCH+CGR, Yongji County, Jilin, Jilin City, Jilin, China, 132224
Phone: +86 400 012 3222
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- Notes: First professional ski slopes in China with international standards
- Location: Jilin Province
- Season: November 1 through April 1
- Highest Mountain: 1400m
- Lifts: 6
- Trails: 26
- Platforms: 4
- Snowboards: Yes
- Ski Instruction: Yes
- Skiing Market: Suitable for all
- Cost: Skiing from US$30/day
- Getting There: Flight from Beijing to Jilin, then travel by car 1.5 hours from Jilin
5. Erlongshan Longzhu Ski Resort
Address: PCG4+7M5, Bin County, Heilongjiang, Harbin, Heilongjiang, China, 150400
Phone: +86 451 5790 8333
- Location: Near Harbin
- Season: December 1 through April 1
- Highest Mountain: 266m
- Lifts: 4
- Trails: 8
- Skiing Market: Beginners
- Cost: Skiing from US$50/day
- Getting There: Fly from Beijing to Harbin (2 hours) and then 1 hour by bus/taxi to the resort
6. Jilin Changbeishan Ski Resort
Address: 4G4M+FM5, Bai Yun Lu, Fu Song Xian, Bai Shan Shi, Ji Lin Sheng, China, 134511
- Notes: Located in Changbaishan Nature Reserve
- Location: Jilin Province
- Season: November 1 through May 1
- Highest Mountain: 1820m
- Lifts: 9
- Trails: 4
- Snowboards: Yes
- Ski Instruction: Yes
- Skiing Market: Suitable for all
- Cost: Skiing from US$30/day + US$5 entry to reserve area
- Getting There: Fly from Beijing to Yanji airport
7. Ping Tian Resort
- Notes: Phase I opened in November 2008, featuring “China’s first world-class luxury ski resort” in Xinjiang province’s Tianshan mountain range.
- Location: One hour outside Urumqi, Xinjiang
- Slope: 2 detachable lifts, 75 hectares (185 acres) of skiable terrain, and close to 2,000 vertical feet
- Opening hours: TBD
- Cost: TBD
8. Qiaobo Ski and Snow World
Address: 2168 Ke Nan Da Dao, Ke Qiao Qu, Shao Xing Shi, Zhe Jiang Sheng, China, 312030
Phone: +86 575 8985 9999
- Notes: Named after Ye Qiaobo, a medal-winning Winter Olympian
- Slopes: 2, 200m beginner and 300m advanced
- Cost: Mon-Fri 180rmb (US$22), Sat-Sun 230rmb (US$28) for two hours
9. Wanlong Ski Resort
Address: China, He Bei Sheng, Zhang Jia Kou Shi, Chong Li Qu, 098乡道红花梁 邮政编码: 076350
Phone: +86 313 461 3872
- Location: Hebei Province, approximately four hours from Beijing.
- Season: November 1 through April 1 (high elevation allows for an extended season)
- Lifts: 4
- Trails: 5
- Snowboards: Yes
- Ski Instruction: Yes
- Accommodation: New 3-star ski-in hotel
- Cost: Skiing from US$50/day
- Getting There: About a 4-hour drive or bus ride from Beijing.
10. Yabuli Ski Resort
Address: PFR4+VXC, Shangzhi, Harbin, Heilongjiang, China, 150628
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- Notes: Recognized as China’s largest ski resort
- Location: Heilongjiang Province.
- Season: December 1 through April 1
- Highest Mountain: 1375m
- Lifts: Almost 1; as per reports, the lone lift is closed for refitting for the 2007-08 season
- Annual Snowfall: Approximately 300 inches (expect man-made snow)
- Snowboards: Yes
- Ski Instruction: Yes
- Accommodation: Offers 10 hotels and hostels, including Windmill Hotel and villas, Qingyun Villa, and more.
- Cost: Skiing from US$55/day
- Getting There: Fly from Beijing to Harbin (1.5 hours), then take a train to Yabuli (2.5 hours), and finally a bus to the resort (30 minutes)
