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Skiing in China

Discover 5 ski schools across 389 resorts

5
Escuelas de esquí
389
Estaciones de Esquí

About Skiing in China

Skiing and snowboarding in China have become increasingly popular in recent years, with a surge in the development of ski resorts and infrastructure. The country offers a diverse range of skiing experiences, from large, modern resorts in the northern provinces to smaller, more developing ski areas. The industry's growth has been significantly boosted by the government's promotion of winter sports and the successful hosting of the 2022 Winter Olympics.

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November - April
Total Resorts
~350-450
Total Runs
~707 km
Highest Altitude
3,075m
Ski Regions
Heilongjiang, Jilin, Xinjiang, Hebei, Beijing

Did You Know?

China's ski industry has experienced rapid growth, partly driven by the 2022 Winter Olympics held in Beijing and Chongli. The country has one of the highest number of ski resorts in the world. Many new, modern resorts have been built in recent years, particularly in the north of the country.

Current Snow Conditions

Data from Jikepulin – HemuView resort

Zonas de Esquí Populares

YabuliWanlongLake Songhua ResortBeidahuThaiwoo

Best Ski Resorts in China

Ranked by terrain size — 389 resorts in total

🏆 Largest Resort

Jikepulin – Hemu

70 km slopes2,779m10 lifts
⭐ Top Rated

Beidahu

42.4 km slopes1,405m17 lifts
Yabuli
🎿 Top 3

Yabuli

35 km slopes1,375m11 lifts
🟢 Beginner Friendly

Changbaishan Wanda

33 km slopes1,200m12 lifts
🟢 Beginner Friendly

Lake Songhua Resort

31 km slopes900m7 lifts
Wanfeng – Tonghua
🟢 Beginner Friendly

Wanfeng – Tonghua

31 km slopes960m5 lifts
🟢 Beginner Friendly

Fulong

30 km slopes1,720m12 lifts
🟢 Beginner Friendly

Jihua

30 km slopes463m10 lifts

Koktokay

28 km slopes3,041m3 lifts
Yanqing National Alpine Ski Centre

Yanqing National Alpine Ski Centre

25 km slopes2,171m9 lifts
Wanlong
🟢 Beginner Friendly

Wanlong

22 km slopes2,110m6 lifts
🟢 Beginner Friendly

Thaiwoo

20 km slopes2,160m4 lifts

Best Time to Visit China

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Powder Hunters

November & December

November and December typically bring the deepest snowfall in China, making it ideal for off-piste and freeride enthusiasts.

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Families

January & February

January and February offer reliable snow conditions and coincide with school holidays, making it the most popular time for family ski trips.

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Beginners

March & April

March and April are great for beginners — the snow is softer, the slopes are less crowded, and lesson availability is higher.

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Budget Travellers

November & April

The shoulder months of November and April offer the best value — lower prices on accommodation, lift passes, and ski school packages.

Top Ski Schools in China

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Beidahu Ski Resort

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BEIDAHU SKI SCHOOL

BEIDAHU SKI SCHOOL

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Changbaishan Wanda International Ski School

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Thaiwoo International Sports Academy

Thaiwoo International Sports Academy

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Wanlong Ski School

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