As the snow season approaches, many China‘s ski resorts have begun their winter operations. From the most famous Yabuli Ski Resort in China to the powder snow paradise of Beidahu Lake and the wild snowland of Keketuohu, the best ski resorts in China will take you to discover the most beautiful ski runs in China. Whether you are a beginner with children or an expert looking to push your limits, go skiing in China with a world of ice and snow waiting to conquer.
Why Skiing in China and Where to Go
Does china have ski resorts? Yes, of course. China has become one of the best skiing destinations in Asia. So where are the skiing areas in China? In the northern regions of China, including Heilongjiang, Jilin, Beijing, Hebei, Xinjiang, etc., there are ski resorts with long winters, low temperatures, stable snowfall, natural powder snow and fully enclosed ski runs.
What's more, after the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics, the Chongli Ski Resort in Hebei, and many others, have been significantly upgraded for its infrastructure and snow slope safety management, providing better experiences for international tourists.
And when skiing in China during your China winter tours, you can also taste authentic Northeast, Beijing, and Hebei cuisines, experience the ice and snow art of the Harbin Ice and Snow Festival, and take in the unique Chinese snow scenery.
Yabuli Ski Resort in Harbin
The largest and best ski resort in China so far, Yabuli Ski Resort has advanced trail, intermediate trail and primary trail, with complete supporting facilities.
The snow quality here is excellent and the snow season is long, providing professional-level skiing experiences for skiers from all over the world. The most eye-catching Yabuli Ski Resort is composed of the ski runs of the three peaks of Da Guokui, Er Guokui and San Guokui, which are interconnected. The total length of the ski runs is astonishing and the vertical drop is large. It has hosted many large-scale international events and some of the ski runs have been certified by the International Ski Federation.
The Yabuli Ski Resort currently has several star hotels (including Club Med), athlete apartments, and ski equipment rental centers, which can meet the comprehensive needs of tourists for multi-day skiing and vacationing.
- Skiing Season: Early November – April
- Why you should go skiing there: It is a national-level ski resort in China and also a venue for professional competitions.
- Location: Shangzhi City, 198km away from Harbin, Heilongjiang Province in northeast China
- Floor space: 22.55 square kilometers
- Trail vertical drop: From 200m to 1200m with the average drop of 700m
- Idea for: all including the beginners and experienced skiers
- Recommended Harbin tour to Yabuli: 5-day Harbin Tour (with Harbin Ice Festival experience)
Beijing Huaibei International Ski Resort
The earliest ski resort in Beijing, it is considered the most beautiful ski resort in China, as the ski glade is connected and surrounded by the Great Wall of Mutianyu Section. As you glide down the ski slope, you are surrounded on three sides by the magnificent and winding Great Wall. Skiing while enjoying the view of the Great Wall is a truly unique experience that can only be found here.
Because Huaibei International Ski Resort is relatively close to the Beijing city center, it offers convenient transportation for local skiers in Beijing or tourists visiting the city. You can choose it for a weekend or short-term skiing trip.
- Skiing Season: December to March
- Why you should go skiing there: Enjoy skiing surrounded by the Great Wall of China; Close to Beijing city center
- Location: 70km from downtown Beijing, in the Jiugukou (Nine Valleys Pass) Natural Scenic Area
- Floor space: 9.6 square kilometers
- Trail: 1 advanced trail, 3 intermediate trails and 4 primary trails, with average vertical drop of 238m
- Idea for: beginners
- Recommended 4 days Beijing Highlights Tour
Beijing Nanshan Ski Resort
The best and largest ski resort in Beijing, it is a comprehensive leisure resort, also with skating rink, water ski and grass skiing facilities.
The 25 ski runs at Nan Shan Ski Resort include beginner, intermediate and advanced runs, teaching runs and entertainment runs (with China's only "cat jump" advanced run and wave practice run) - all levels of skiers can find their own runs.
As one of the ski resorts in China, Beijing Nanshan Ski Resort features the first snow park in China jointly built by China and Austria - Nan Shan - Mero Snow Park. Snowboard enthusiasts can enjoy professional facilities such as jumps, poles and U-shaped troughs.
Besides skiing, Nan Shan Ski Resort also has German-made dry slide (1318 meters long) and snow sleds.
- Skiing Season: Mid December to March
- Why you should go skiing there: A rang of snowland entertainment activities
- Location: in Miyun District, 62km away from Beijing city center
- Trails: 25
- Ski Board: Yes
- Idea for: all including the beginners and experienced skiers
- Recommended 7 Days Beijing Harbin Winter Tour
Xiling Ski Resort in Chengdu
Situated on Xiling Snow Mountain (at 5364m), the highest mountain in Chengdu, it is the largest and best alpine ski resort in China, and referred to as "the Alps of the East".
When skiing at Xiling Ski Resort on your Chengdu tour, you can take the 2,500-meter-long and 1,000-meter-difference sightseeing cableway. From this, you can enjoy the famous Yin-Yang Boundary weather phenomenon, which is that on one side of the ridge, the sky is clear and blue, while on the other side, the clouds are swirling. Besides skiing, you can also experience over 20 snow-related entertainment activities such as snowmobiles, horse-drawn sleds, and high-altitude hot air balloons.
- Skiing Season: Mid December to March
- Why you should go skiing there: A perfect combination of skiing, vacation and sightseeing experience
- Location: 120km away from Chengdu, Sichuan Province
- Trail: 7.1km in length
- Idea for: all including the beginners and experienced skiers
Jilin Beidahu Ski Resort
A well-known powder snow destination in Asia, and renowned for its professional ski runs, Beidahu Ski Resort has successfully held national Winter Games for twice and Asian Winter Games for once.
The total length of the 27 ski runs exceeds 48 kilometers. The most famous ones? They are Gangliang Run and Run No. 9, characterized by their large drop and various slopes.
How to get to Beidahu Ski Resort? The most convenient way is to fly to Changchun Longjia International Airport, and then take the airport shutter bus to the ski resort (about a 2-hour drive) or book a private car for the journey.
- Skiing Season: Early November – April
- Why you should go skiing there: Professional ski runs and excellent snow quality
- Location: Beidahu Development Zone, Jilin, 53km away from the city center
- Trails: 27, with the average drop of 930m (the biggest drop among China ski resorts)
- Ski Board: Yes
- Idea for: all including the beginners and experienced skiers
Wanlong Ski Resort, Chongli
Chongli District's earliest top ski resort, Wanlong Ski Resort, strives for excellent snow quality and outstanding dining services. The snow quality remains in good condition throughout the ski season. There are a large number of ski runs with a wide range of difficulties, with the most advanced runs being the famous Golden Dragon Run and Silver Dragon Run. It is also one of the earliest ski resorts in Chongli District to open a forest wild snow area, where advanced skiers can find more fun.
There are a large number of budget-friendly accommodations available around the ski resort, including Shuanglong Hotel, which allows for sliding in and out.
How to get to Wanlong Ski Resort from Beijing? It takes only about 1 hour to reach Chongli Station from Beijing by high-speed rail. Upon arrival, take a shuttle bus or taxi to the ski resort (about 15-20 minutes).
- Skiing Season: Early November to mid-April of the following year
- Location: Chongli District, Zhangjiakou City, Hebei Province; approximately 250 kilometers away from Beijing
- Trails: Over 50 trails, including green trails (for beginners), blue trails (for the intermediate), and black trails (for the advanced)
- Gondolas: Multiple high-speed gondolas and tow ropes
- Ski School: Yes, but for advanced teaching
- Snow Gear Rental Service: Yes
- Best for: Intermediate to advanced skiers, and enthusiasts who want to challenge various snow trails
Changbaishan Wanda Ski Resort
It is another ideal alpine ski resort in China, with perfect natural condition. Ever since its completion in 1959, numerous professional athletes have been here for snow skiing training.
The 43 ski runs designed by the world's top team are mostly wide beginner and intermediate slopes, making them very friendly for beginners. What's surprising is that Changbaishan Wanda Ski Resort offers free skiing equipment and has a professional ski school.
For families with children and couples, after skiing you can also enjoy the Changbai Mountain hot springs, water park, Fokun Snow Circle Park, etc., a unique skiing experience in China.
How to get there? You can fly directly to Changbaishan Airport, China's first forest airport, which is only a 20-minute drive from the Wanda ski resort.
- Skiing Season: late November till middle March
- Location: at the foot of Changbaishan Mountain, 220km away from Yanqing City, Jilin Province
- Idea for: all including the beginners and experienced skiers
- Nearby scenic spots: Tianchi Lake, Erdaobai River, hot springs
Lake Songhua Resort in Jilin
For a Chinese take on a large North American ski resort, head to Songhua Lake Resort, often called China's “most Japanese-like ski resort.”
This expansive resort features scientifically designed slopes, ranging from beginner magic carpets to internationally certified advanced runs. Additionally, the resort offers one-stop services including ski-in/ski-out hotels, a food court, equipment shops, a kids' club, spa, and hot springs.
- Skiing Season: Late November to March
- Why you'll love skiing here: One of China's most popular upscale ski resorts, renowned for its premium “powder snow”
- Location: Songhua Lake, Fengman District, Jilin City, Jilin Province; approximately 1.5 hours' drive from Changchun
- Trails: 35+
- Best for: Families, couples, and skiers from beginner/intermediate to advanced levels
Silk Road Ski Resort in Urumqi
Professional skiers home and abroad highly recommend the Silk Road Ski Resort. Here, expert skiers can tackle the challenging “Aiven Avenue” and “Xuanzang Avenue” runs—both featuring extremely steep slopes. It also serves as one of China's national ski training bases and has hosted numerous international and national competitions.
- Skiing Season: Early November to mid-April
- Why you'll love skiing here: High-quality powder snow; breathtaking Tianshan Mountain views
- Location: Shuixigou Town, Ürümqi City, Xinjiang; approximately 40 kilometers from downtown Ürümqi
- Total Ski Area: Over 10 square kilometers
- Trails: 40+ (more are being built)
- Best for: Intermediate to advanced skiers; professional players seeking alpine terrain challenges
- Recommended China Silk Road tour to Xinjiang: 16 days Silk Road Xinjiang Panorama Tour
Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Ski Resort in Lijiang
Though not a professional ski resort, it stands as one of China's highest and finest alpine skiing destinations (over 4,500 meters). Here, you can admire breathtaking scenery, including the main peak of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain—Fanzi Dou, low-latitude modern glacier, and Ganzihai Scenic Area, and Spruce Meadow below.
Beyond alpine skiing, you can also enjoy snowmobile rides, snow tubing, and other snow activities.
- Skiing Season: December to March
- Why you'll love skiing here: A scenic alpine skiing experience combined with sightseeing
- Location: Lijiang, Yunnan, on the eastern slopes of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, about 20 kilometers from the ancient town.
- Trails: Primarily beginner-friendly snow trails
- Best for: Complete beginners, family travelers, couples
- Recommended 3 Days Lijiang Tour with Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
FAQs about China Ski Resorts
How Many Ski Resorts in China?
At present, there are approximately 700 to 800 ski resorts in China (some say more than 800), ranging from large resorts to small ski areas. The main skiing regions are located in Heilongjiang, Jilin, Liaoning in the northeastern region, Zhangjiakou Chongli in Hebei Province, Beijing, Xinjiang, Yunnan and Sichuan.
What Is China’s Olympic Ski Resort?
The main ski resorts for the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics include Gentle Ski Park in Chongli, the National Ski Jumping Center in Zhangjiakou, and the National Alpine Ski Center in Beijing's Yanqing District.
What is the Biggest Ski Resort in China?
Songhua Lake Resort, the Silk Road Ski Resort, and the Chongli-Wanlong Ski Resort are regarded as the largest ski resorts in China based on different evaluation criteria.
What is China’s Largest Indoor Ski Resort?
The Huafa Snow World in Shenzhen, which was completed in September 2025, is currently the largest indoor ski resort in China and has been certified by the Guinness World Records. Its construction area is approximately 100,000 square meters, equivalent to 14 standard football fields. It has 5 professional-level ski runs with a total length of 1,569 meters. In addition, there are also large indoor ski resorts in Harbin, Shanghai, Jiangsu, and Zhejiang.