1. Beijing Yuyang International Ski Resort
Address: No. 688, Dawangwu Village, Donggao Town, Pinggu, Beijing
Opening Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Ski Trails: The resort currently offers 12 ski trails, including advanced, intermediate, and beginner levels. It is equipped with advanced snow transportation facilities, including a 2-person chairlift and a 4-person chairlift, which can simultaneously cater to the needs of skiers at different skill levels.
Transportation Guide:
Opening Date: December 5th
Direct Shuttle Bus Departure Points: China World Trade Center (Guomao), Dongzhimen, Wudaokou, Tongzhou, Huixin Xijie (St). Ticket Price: 50 RMB
2. Beijing Huaibei International Ski Resort
Address: No. 548, Hefangkou Village, Huabei Town, Huairou, Beijing (North of Huairou)
Opening Hours:
Day Session: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Night Session: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Ski Trail Area: 13 square kilometers, with the resort surrounded by the Great Wall on three sides. The resort currently features 11 ski trails, including 2 beginner trails and 9 intermediate and advanced trails.
Opening Date: December 6th
Transportation Guide:
Take the 916 Express bus to Beijing Huairou Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine Station, then transfer to bus H58 and get off at Jiugukou Station. You will arrive at Huabei International Ski Resort.
916 Express Bus Operating Hours:
Dongzhimen to Huairou Bus Station: 5:50 AM - 8:00 PM
Huairou Bus Station to Dongzhimen: 4:30 AM - 6:50 PM
From Yujiayuan Station, take bus H11 or H58 to Jiugukou Station. Walk 100 meters to reach the Huabei International Ski Resort.
3. Nanshan Resort
Address: Shengshuitou Village, Henanzhai Town, Miyun, Beijing
Opening Hours:
Day Session: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Night Session: 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Ski Trails: Nanshan Resort offers a total of 26 ski trails, including beginner, intermediate, and advanced trails, as well as 2 snow play trails.
Opening Date: December 4th
Transportation Guide:
Multiple direct shuttle bus stations are set up in Beijing's city center, with return stations available at the ski resort.
Every day, a free shuttle bus is provided at the Miyun Railway Station. Visitors taking the high-speed train can board the shuttle to reach Nanshan Resort.
Pricing:
- Weekday Day Session (All-day skiing): 210 RMB
- Weekend Day Session (All-day skiing): 350 RMB
- Weekday Afternoon + Night Session: 220 RMB
- Weekend Afternoon + Night Session: 320-335 RMB
- Night Session (Weekday & Sunday): 145 RMB
The morning session lift ticket is valid until 1:00 PM, while the afternoon + night session lift ticket is valid after 1:30 PM.
Direct Shuttle Bus Station Details:
Sanyuanqiao and Wudaokou Stations:
- Departure from Sanyuanqiao at 8:15 AM, and from Wudaokou at 8:30 AM.
- Return from Nanshan at 5:30 PM.
- Daily service. Round trip: 58 RMB per person.
- Special offer on Mondays and Tuesdays during the regular season: Round trip for 33 RMB (excluding holidays). Reservations must be made at least one day in advance.
Ciqikou Station (Available after Night Session opens):
- Departure from Ciqikou at 12:00 PM, and return from Nanshan at 9:30 PM.
- Round trip: 58 RMB per person.
- Reservations must be made at least one day in advance.
4. Jundushan Ski Resort
Address: No. 588, Zhenshun Village, Cuicun Town, Changping, Beijing
Opening Hours:
Day Session: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Night Session: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
The resort is located west of the Ming Tombs and east of the Xiaotangshan Hot Spring Resort. It offers a total of 7 ski trails. Initially, only the beginner and intermediate trails will be open, with all trails available before New Year's Day.
Opening Date: December 5th
Transportation Guide:
5. Vanke Shijinglong Ski Resort
Address: North of Zhongyangfang Village, Zhangshanying Town, Yanqing, Beijing
Opening Hours:
Day Session: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Night Session: 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Ski Trails: The resort has a total of 11 ski trails, with 2 trails currently open for beginner and intermediate skiers.
Opening Date: November 30th, with all trails expected to be open by December 20th.
Transportation Guide:
Direct Shuttle Bus: Round-trip ticket: 60 RMB per person
A minimum of 10 people is required for each departure, and reservations must be made one day in advance.
Reservation phone numbers: 69191615 / 69199043
The shuttle operates on Wednesdays, Saturdays, Sundays, and national public holidays.
- Route 1
7:30 AM: Departure from Huixin Xijie Nankou Subway Station (Exit A) directly to Shijinglong Ski Resort.
- Route 2
7:10 AM: Departure from Guomao Station (Exit F, Northeast Exit), passing Jiandeqiao East on the G6 auxiliary road, directly to Shijinglong Ski Resort.
Return from the resort at 4:30 PM.
6. Beijing Yunfoshan Ski Resort
Address: Xiwengzhuang Town, Miyun, Beijing
Opening Hours:
Day Session: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Night Session: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Ski Trails: Yunfoshan Ski Resort features an international standard 1,000-meter advanced ski trail, 2 intermediate trails ranging from 300 to 700 meters, and 4 beginner trails ranging from 100 to 300 meters, catering to skiers of all levels.
Opening Date: December 1st
Transportation Guide:
- From Dongzhimen Long-Distance Bus Station, take bus 987 to Yunfoshan Ski Resort.
- From Dongzhimen Long-Distance Bus Station, take bus 980 (Jingcheng Expressway) to Miyun Grand Theater, then transfer to bus 8 to Yunfoshan Ski Resort.
Ski Ticket Prices:
- Weekday Day Session Ski Ticket: 68 RMB per ticket
Valid from December 1st to December 31st
- Weekend Day Session Ski Ticket: 99 RMB per ticket
Valid from December 1st to December 31st
- Night Session Ski Ticket: 49 RMB per ticket
Valid from December 16th to December 31st
7. Yunju Ski Resort
Address: Caijiakou Village, South of Zhouzhang Lu (Rd), Zhangfang Town, Fangshan, Beijing
Opening Hours:
Day Session: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Night Session: 6:00 PM - 9:50 PM
Ski Trails: The resort offers 8 ski trails of varying difficulty (advanced, intermediate, and beginner), with a total length of 5,000 meters and an average width of 45 meters. The maximum elevation drop is 98 meters, with a maximum slope of 25 degrees, catering to skiers of all levels.
Opening Date: December 8th
Transportation Guide:
Direct Shuttle Bus
Round-trip fare: 50 RMB per person
Departure Points:
- 7:30 AM: Departure from Princess Tomb (Southwest corner of Xinxing Bridge)
- 8:20 AM: Departure from Liangxiang Suzhuang Station (West bus stop of the traffic lights)
- 9:00 AM: Arrival at the ski resort
- 4:30 PM: Return to Beijing
Public Transport:
Take bus 917 from Tianqiao or Liuliqiao (or bus 836 from Tianqiao to Zhangfang) to Zhangfanghuaguan, then transfer to bus 12 for a direct ride to the ski resort, taking only 10 minutes.
8. Beijing Xishan Ski Resort
Address: No. 11, Shuangpo Lu (Rd), Wenquan Town, Haidian, Beijing
Opening Hours:
Day Session: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Night Session:
- Sunday to Thursday: 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
- Friday to Saturday, and public holidays: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Ski Trails: Beijing Xishan Ski Resort is the closest high-standard ski resort to downtown Beijing. It features 7 ski trails, including beginner, intermediate, and advanced trails, providing a comprehensive skiing experience for all skill levels.
Opening Date: December 5th
Transportation Guide:
By Car
Set your GPS to "Beijing Xishan Ski Resort Ski Equipment Hall" as your destination.
By Subway
Transfer to Line 16 and get off at Wenyanglu Station, then proceed to the resort.
By Bus
Take buses 330, 346, 448, 651, or 908 to the "Wenquan Miaopu" stop. (These routes are recommended; please follow real-time navigation for accuracy.)
9. Beijing Xuedu Ski Resort
Address: No. 9, Xima Beilu (Rd), Yufa Town, Daxing, Beijing
Opening Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Ski Trails: Xuedu Ski Resort is the first ski resort in Beijing's plains and one of the largest snow-themed resorts in the plains of China. The resort currently features 2 advanced practice trails, 1 intermediate trail, 2 beginner trails, 2 teaching trails, and 7 snow-play trails, catering to skiers of all levels. It provides a solid foundation for skiers to improve their skills and eventually conquer more challenging trails around the world.
Opening Date: Expected between December 10th and December 20th.
Transportation Guide:
By Car
Take the Jingkai Expressway — Exit at Liutian Lu (Rd) (Yufa Exit) — Continue straight to the Dali Lu (Rd) toll station — Drive straight for 100 meters, then turn right onto Liujiapu Lu (Rd) (Liutian Lu (Rd)) — Continue for 3 kilometers to reach Xuedu Ski Resort. (The entire journey takes about 20 minutes.)
Public Transport:
From Huangcun Town: Take bus Xiao 21 or 28 directly to Xuedu Ski Resort.
From the city: Take bus 937 from Nanlishi Lu (Rd) to Yufa Town, then take a taxi to the resort.
10. Yanqing Olympic Zone
Address: Xidazhuangke Village, Zhangshanying Town, Yanqing, Beijing
Opening Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Ski Trails: The park is primarily composed of the National Alpine Ski Center, the National Bobsled Center, and the Yanqing Winter Olympic Village. This ski season, the "Ruixue Avenue," a course for the Winter Olympic downhill events, will be open to the public for the first time. The resort has expanded areas suitable for beginner skiers, added a general ski experience zone, and a snowboarding park, providing a variety of skiing options for newcomers.
Opening Date: November 22nd
Transportation Guide:
By Car
Use navigation to reach "Yanqing Olympic Zone P1 Parking Lot" for self-driving.
Bus Special Line
A direct bus service to the ski resort has been set up from Guomao Station and Liujiayao Station, providing more travel options for skiers.
Liuliqiao Bus Terminal Direct Service
Starting from December 7, 2024, a direct bus service will run daily from Liuliqiao Bus Terminal to Yanqing Olympic Zone.
Departure Point (Outbound):
Liuliqiao Bus Terminal Waiting Hall
Destination (Outbound):
Yanqing Olympic Zone P4 Parking Lot (Visitor Center)
Departure Time (Outbound):
6:30 AM (daily)
Return Point (Inbound):
Yanqing Olympic Zone P4 Parking Lot (Visitor Center)
Return Departure Time (Inbound):
5:00 PM
Return Destination (Inbound):
Liuliqiao Bus Terminal
11. Holiday Snow
Address: No. 66, Economic Development Zone, Badaling Town, Yanqing, Beijing
Opening Hours: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Ski Trails: Holiday Snow offers 5 ski trails, including 1 advanced trail, 2 intermediate trails, and 2 beginner trails. The beginner and intermediate trails are long and have moderate slopes, making them suitable for newcomers. This season, the resort has expanded the intermediate and beginner trails. Additionally, a snow-themed family playground has been added, along with activities such as dog sledding, bungee jumping, snow saunas, self-service ice sculpture, hiking across glaciers, and crossing frozen lakes, offering a variety of recreational options.
Opening Date: December 8th
Transportation Guide:
Shuttle Bus at Badaling Great Wall Railway Station
- Arrival Shuttle: 8:40 AM, 9:30 AM
- Departure Shuttle: 3:00 PM, 4:30 PM
12. The Hu Skiing Center
Address: Taoyukou Village, Xingshou Town, Changping, Beijing
Opening Hours: Daytime 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM; Nighttime 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Ski Trails: The center has 2 beginner trails, 1 intermediate trail, and 1 teaching trail. This year, a new "children's trail" has been added, designed specifically for children aged 3-7, with a gentle 6-degree slope. It is also equipped with professional ski instructors to ensure safety and fun. In addition, a new ski park for beginners has been added.
Entertainment Facilities: The ski equipment hall has been significantly upgraded, expanding the space for guests, adding smart storage lockers, and providing 300 sets of professional ski gear. The Ice Camel Snow Fun Park features children's snow play activities, including snowmobiles, snow excavators, and snow tubing, offering a diverse and enriching winter vacation experience.
Opening Date: December 4th
Transportation Guide:
Driving Route
From downtown Beijing, use a navigation app and set the destination to the Hu Skiing Center. Drive along the northern bank of the Jingmi Canal and follow the signs to Taoyukou Village, where the ski resort is located.
Public Transport Route:
Take Line 5 of the Beijing Subway to Tiantongyuan Bei (N) Station, then transfer to Bus 537 to Xingshou Stop. From there, take a taxi directly to the Hu Skiing Center.
13. Reignwood Mammoth Ski Resort
Address: No. 9 Nongxin Lu (Rd), Nankou Town, Changping
Opening Hours: Daytime 9:00–17:00; Nighttime 18:00–21:00
Ski Trails: The ski resort covers 120,000 square meters, offering both daytime and nighttime skiing. It features beginner and intermediate ski trails, a ski training area, a beginner snowboard park, and a family-friendly snow play area.
Entertainment Facilities: This year, the resort has been redesigned with a mammoth theme. It has created a new family-friendly snow play park and also offers a youth ski winter camp. Additional amenities include a café, Chinese and Western restaurants, guest rooms, and other facilities to meet the diverse needs of visitors.
Opening Date: December 6th
Transportation Guide:
You can take the 559 bus and get off at Zhangtou Village Stop, then walk to the west entrance of the park.
Translator: BAI Jing
Reviewer: FENG Haoxuan
