Top 1. Yabuli International Ski Resort, Harbin, Heilongjiang
Yabuli Ski Resort is situated in Harbin of Heilongjiang Province and has the reputation for being the best ski resort in China. The Yabuli resort has the longest ski run in China and has the longest history and was once the imperial hunting grounds during the Qing dynasty. The resort has the longest Alpine ski slope in Asia and is suitable for skiers of different levels with a range of courses and slopes. For those who want to enjoy some winter activities Yabuli Ski Resort has the longest toboggan run which is 5km and is the longest in the world. What’s more you can also catch the Harbin Ice & Snow Festival if you plan to travel in January.
Ski Season: November until March (approximately 150 days).
Temperature: Average -10 degrees, lowest temperature -44 degrees
Top Itinerary:
> Harbin 5 Days Tour
Top 2. Changbaishan Wanda International Resort, Baishan, Jilin
Within Wanda International Resort is Asia’s best facilitated ski resort, winter outdoor sports/facilities, hot springs, luxurious hotels, Shaman culture center, Changbaishan Theatre and a resort town filled with entertainment. The ski season at Wanda begins at the end of November until the end of March with an average of 120 days of skiing. The ski resort was designed by Winter Olympic design company Ecosign who created a 43 ski routes and a ski run of 30 kilometers and a ski resort that can accommodate 8,000 skiers.
Tips: For first time skiers we advise you hire an instructor so you can familiarize yourself with the sports and don’t forget to wrap up warm as the temperature can plummet to below -40 degrees!
Temperature: Average 4 degrees, lowest temperature -42.2 degrees
Top Itinerary:
> Changbaishan Ski Resort 5 Days Tour
Top 3. Nanshan Ski Resort, Beijing
The Nanshan Ski Resort first opened its doors to ski lovers in 2001 and has since been one of the largest ski resorts in northern China. The ski resort currently has 21 trails suitable for beginners, intermediate and advanced skiers. Nanshan ski resort also has the latest technology keeping the snow on the ski slopes in top tip condition for skiers that includes 20 snow making machines and four snow groomers. For those who want to have snow fun other than skiing on the slopes the resort also has sledding and an imported luge track all the way from Germany. What’s more the Nanshan resort has 2 quadruple chair lifts, a double chair lift, 13 drag lifts and 3 magic carpets making it convenient for skiers to get to the slopes.
Ski Season: December until February.
Temperature: Average -10 degrees, lowest temperature -15 degrees
Top Itinerary:
> Essence of Beijing and Nanshan Ski 5 Days Tour
Top 4. Erlongshan Ski Resort, Harbin, Heilongjiang
The ski resort was built in 1999 and continues to be one of the most popular ski resorts in Heilongjiang Province. The highest altitude is a staggering 266 meters and the resort covers 780,000 square meters.
There are 8 trails for beginners, intermediate and advanced skiers, with 6 trails totaling 5,600 meters for alpine skiers with slopes ranging from 3 degrees to 30 degrees. The ski period is approximately 170 days. The Erlongshan Ski Resort reportedly has the deepest snow and best skiing conditions for winter.
Ski Season: November until March.
Temperature: Average -20 degrees.
Top Itinerary:
> Harbin 4 Days Tour
Top 5. Jade Dragon Mountain Ski Resort, Lijiang, Yunnan
The Jade Dragon Mountain Ski Resort is the highest ski resort situated 4,700 meters above sea level. Although the mountains are covered in snow all year round the prime season is from November until May. The scenery from the mountain is absolutely amazing and you can have a complete view of Lijiang from the resort’s ski slopes and not to mention after the skiing is done you can make time to explore the magical and ancient Lijiang.
To get to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Ski resort, tourists can take a flight from Kunming Wujiaba International Airport to Lijiang and then take the shuttle to the resort.
Ski Season: November until March.
Temperature: Average -3 degrees.
Top Itinerary:
> Colorful Yunnan 6 Days Tour
Top 6. Xiling Snow Mountain Resort, Chengdu, Sichuan
Xiling Snow Mountain Resort in Chengdu is famed for its alpine ski slopes and opens for the ski season in December. The resort has gained the name "The Oriental Alps" and remains one of the most popular destinations for skiing. Xiling resort has 7 international ski trails for skiers who love a challenge and attracts visitors from across the globe with its ideal scenery. For those who want to tour Chengdu to visit some of the best tourist attractions then make Xiling Snow Mountain as part of your trip!
Temperature: -6 degrees.
Top Itinerary:
> Xiling Snow Mountain and Anren Ancient Town 3 Days Family Tour
Top 7. Alshan Alpine Ski Resort, Ulan Hot, Inner Mongolia
The Alshan Alpine Ski Resort is known for its forest mountain landscapes and, it's natural oxygen bar providing visitors with refreshing air. The slopes cover an area of 6,000 square meters and can accommodate 4,000 skiers. The training center was constructed based on international competition standards and was one of the training bases for the Chinese Olympic skiing team.
The resort is separated into two sections: The West Hill Ski Terrain for ski racing and training, the East Hill Terrain is for leisure. The West Hill Terrain is built in accordance with the standards for international ski racing and is ideal for advanced skiers. This part covers around 5.5 square kilometers with several alpine and cross country trails.
Ski Season: November until April
Temperature: -4 degrees
Top 8. Beidahu Ski Resort, Changchun, Jilin
The highest peak of the Beidahu Ski Resort stands at 1,357 meters high and has some of the most beautiful scenery. The resort located is located in Changchun and has a total of three alpine trails and with a forest trail that is fit for the Olympic standards skiers should be rest assured that their trip will be top notch. The resort has a total of 6 lifts and 6 trails and is suitable for skiers of all levels.
Temperature: Average -10 degrees, lowest temperature -30 degrees.
Top Itinerary:
> Essence of Beijing Harbin Changchun Shenyang and Shanghai 9 Days Tour
Top 9. Wanlong Ski Resort, Zhangjiakou, Hubei
Wanlong Ski Resort is one of the newest skiing resorts in China. The resort has 22 trails for skiers of different levels, including 5 for advanced skiers, 10 intermediate and 7 beginners. There are 5 chairlifts trails to meet the needs of visitors.
Wanlong Ski Resort is one of the earliest to open to skiers annually due to its geographical location in the high mountains that is influenced by cold air from Siberia. Each September, the temperatures drop to below zero. Wanlong Ski Resort has introduced an international standard snowmaking system that consists of 13 snow making machines.
Ski Season: November until February.
Temperature: -12 degrees.
Top 10. Jihua Ski Resort, Harbin, Heilongjiang
Jihua Ski Resort is also known as Jihua Changshou Mountain Ski Resort and is located in Binxi National Forest Park of Harbin. The resort is one of the best with its amazing surrounding and mountain scenery. There is an estimated 150 days of snowfall each year and the best time to visit is between January and February. The ski resort is located approximately 30 kilometers from Harbin city which will take approximately 2 hours 30 minutes to reach by driving.
Ski Season: December until March.
Temperature: -20 degrees.
Top Itinerary:
> Harbin Snow World 4 Days Tour
Reference, Top 10 Ski Resorts in China from China Tour Advisors.
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