Winter Fun in Beijing #1 – Enjoy The Top 5 Most Dazzling Beijing Ski Resorts

As the end of year approaches, so does winter season. The forecast is predicting the first snow this week. It’s fair that those who have been in Beijing a while would look to getting out of the city for a few days. The same can be said for those new arrivals who are excited to see more of China without traveling too far from Beijing. You’re in luck! As the hot and sticky summer seems like a distant memory, we have quickly found ourselves putting on an extra jacket and gloves before heading to work and school in the morning. Before you know it, roads and buildings will be blanketed in snow and you’ll be wondering how to enjoy the best of Beijing’s winter months. That’s where we come in.

We’ve compiled some of the best, most dazzling Beijing ski resorts within a few hours’ drive of the Beijing CBD. Whether you’re after a quick day-trip to a toboggan slope or a weekend away to advanced ski runs and cozy cabins, you’re sure to find something here. I hope we all could enjoy the exciting chill of Beijing frosty winter!

 
1. Nanshan Ski Resort (北京南山滑雪场)

Nanshan Ski Resort is one of the largest Beijing ski resorts within 100km of the city center. It features the famous Mellow Park as well as a seasonal toboggan run which was imported from Germany and is over 1000m long. With over 20 ski trails which cater to a wide range of skiing ability, Nanshan is great for a weekend away or just a day trip out of the city.

Contact
Address: Shengshuitou Village, Hennanzai Town, Miyun, Beijing 北京密云河南寨镇圣水头村
Hours: Day Ski: 8:45am – 5:30pm
Distance from Beijing: 80km


Tickets
Entrance Price: 20RMB

Skiing (including ski rental and lift ticket)
2 hours/ Weekdays 120/ Weekends & New Years & Spring Festival 200
3 hours/ Weekdays 140/ Weekends & New Years & Spring Festival 240
4 hours/ Weekdays 160/ Weekends & New Years & Spring Festival 280
All day/ Weekdays 260/ Weekends & New Years & Spring Festival 390

All other services including chair lift, lockers, suit rental, sledding and more can be purchased for less than 50RMB.

Getting there
Public Transportation: Bus 980 from Dongzhimen Bus Terminal, get off at West Bridge in Miyun. From here taxis operate at roughly 20 RMB per trip.

Shuttle Bus: 8:30am from Sanyuan Bridge 三元桥 and Wudaokou Subway 五道口地铁站 40 RMB for a return ticket, Booking line 010-89091909 (best booked one day in advance).

Private transportation: If you prefer to go there by car, we at ReFoX will be delighted to arrange for a private car with driver for you. Just contact us at services@refoxrelocation.com.

Activities
21 ski trails for beginner, intermediate and advanced skiers
Snow boarding
A 1318m toboggan run (imported from Germany)
Ski school
Snow mobiles
Café and Restaurant
Lodges- The Shirton Inn
 

2. Huaibei International Ski Resort (怀北国际滑雪场)

Huaibei International is one of the oldest ski resorts in Beijing. This resort does a great job of catering to many levels of skiing ability. Huaibei International also does a great job of entertaining those who aren’t skiing with a scenic chairlift and children’s snow play areas.

Contact
Address: No.548, Hefangkou Village, Huaibei Town, Huairou District, Beijing 101408, 北京市怀柔区怀北镇河防口村548号 邮编101408
Hours: Day Ski 8:30am – 5:00pm, Night Ski 4:30pm – 9:30pm
Distance from Beijing: 56km from Sanyuanqiao

Tickets
Entrance Price: the price had not come out for this year when we wrote the article

Ski lessons: depends on the amount of skiers. Prices start from 300 RMB per person for 2 hours and 1000 RMB for all day. Group lessons for 5 persons for 4 hours is 1280 RMB or for a larger group of 10 persons 2400RMB for 4 hours.

Getting there
Public Transportation: Bus 936 from Dongzhimen Bus Terminal operates from 7:00am to 7:00pm and from the resort 5:00am to 5:00pm. Busses depart every 20 minutes. With air conditioner 14 RMB, without 7 RMB.

Shuttle Bus: Start at 8:10am from the parking lot adjacent to Oriental Ginza 东方银座停车场内发车 (Exit B of Dongzhimen Station) and back from the Ski Resort at 04:30pm. Bus fare: 150 RMB (weekday), 210 RMB (weekend). Call 010-89696677, 010-84869353 at least one day in advance.

Private transportation: If you prefer to go there by car, we at ReFoX will be delighted to arrange for a private car with driver for you. Just contact us at services@refoxrelocation.com.

Activities
One advanced ski slope
Thee intermediate ski slopes
Four beginner ski slopes
European standard of safety
 

3. Lianhuashan Ski Resort (莲花山滑雪场）

Located near the trendy expat district of Shunyi, Lianhuashan Ski Resort is perfect for a family get away for the weekend or day without having to travel too far from the city. This resort features some of the cheapest entry and ski hire rates and its proximity to Beijing makes it a perfect first time skiing experience in Beijing.

Contact
Address:  Liangshanzhuang Village, Zhangzhen Town, Shunyi District, Beijing 北京市顺义区张镇良善庄
Hours: Day Ski 8:00am – 5:00pm, Night Ski 5:30pm – 10:00pm
Distance from Beijing: 30km (Shunyi District)

Tickets
Entrance Price:
2 hours / Weekday 30/ Weekend 70/ New Years, Spring Festival 90
3 hours/ Weekday 40/ Weekend 80/ New Years, Spring Festival 100
4 hours/ Weekday 50/ Weekend 100/ New Years, Spring Festival 120
Full day / Weekday 70/ Weekend 120/ New Years.

Skiing
2 hours/ Weekday 100/ Weekend 140/ National Holiday 160
3 hours/ Weekday 120/ Weekend 160/ National Holiday 200
4 hours/ Weekday 140/ Weekend 190/ National Holiday 240
Full day/ Weekday 220/ Weekend 340/ National Holiday 370

Additional services such as lockers and suit hire can be arranged at the park, usually for less than 50RMB per item.

Getting there
Public Transportation: Bus 918 from Dongzhimen Bus Terminal, get off at stop Liangshanzhuang (良善庄站). The same bus can be taken from the resort back to the city.

Private transportation: If you prefer to go there by car, we at ReFoX will be delighted to arrange for a private car with driver for you. Just contact us at services@refoxrelocation.com.

Activities
7 ski trails
One advanced
One intermediate
Five beginner
Ski school
Children’s Playground
Snow tubes
Café and restaurant
Lodge options

 
4. Wanlong Ski Resort (万龙滑雪场)

Wanlong is the furthest distance from Beijing in this feature. However, its quality exceeds many other similar resorts in Beijing and even in the whole of China as it is titled as “China’s largest ski mountain”. A whopping 22 trails for a range of skiing abilities and attached hotel makes it perfect for a weekend or longer away. Wanlong house sites over 2000m above sea level and gives visitors a fantastic view over the resort and surround mountain area. Wanlong has been reviewed as one of the top Ski resorts in the country.

Contact
Address: Honggaoliang District, Chongli County 076350
Hours: 9:00am – 5:30pm
Distance from Beijing: 260km northwest of Beijing


Tickets
Entrance Price: Ticket prices depend on the time of year with January being the most expensive month followed by November and December.
Second Period (Mid price)
November 19th – December 31st
January 4th – January 22nd
January 30th – March 18th

Skiing
2 hours/ Weekday and Weekend 280/ +Ski hire and cable way 430
4 hours/ Weekday and Weekend 370/ +Ski hire and cable way 540
1 day/ Weekday and Weekend 530/ +Ski hire and cable way 790
5 days/ Weekday and Weekend 720/ +Ski hire and cable way 1060
2 days/ Weekday and Weekend 810/ +Ski hire and cable way 1220

Additional equipment can also be hired at the lodge.

Getting there
Public Transportation: fast train from Beijing West railway station to Zhanjiakou 117RMBpp (soft sleeper). From here take a private car, local van or bus to the resort.

Private Car: The drive from Beijing to Wanlong Ski Resort takes roughly 3 hours depending on traffic and road conditions.

Private transportation: If you prefer to go there by car, we at ReFoX will be delighted to arrange for a private car with driver for you. Just contact us at services@refoxrelocation.com.


Activities
22 trails accommodating for beginner, intermediate and advanced levels.

Restaurant
Two hotels
 

5. Yunfoshan Ski Resort (云佛山滑雪场)

 
 Located in in Xiwenzhuang Town in Miyun District Yunfoshan Ski Resort is set on a beautiful environment surrounded by the mountains on its three sides. Yunfoshan Ski Resort is mainly targeted at the local skiers with affordable ski rates. It allocates a big portion for Children’s playground welcome by skiing parents.

Contact
Address: Xiwenzhuang Town in Miyun District, Beijing 北京市密云县溪翁庄镇
Hours: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Distance from Beijing: 85km North East of Beijing


Tickets
Entrance Price: prices haven’t come out for this year

1 hour/ Weekday 50/ Weekend (2 hours) 70/ National Holiday (2 hours) 70
2 hours/ Weekday 100/ Weekend (3 hours) 140/ National Holiday (3 hours) 140
4 hours/ Weekday 140 / Weekend 190/ National Holiday 190
8 hours/ Weekday 220/ Weekend 340/ National Holiday 340

Snow suits, goggles and lockers can be rented for less than 40RMB per item.


Getting there
Public Transportation: Bus 987 from Dongzhimen Bus Station, get off at Yunfoshan Ski Resort

Private Car: Take the Jingcheng (京承高速)expressway and take exit 16, drive north along Miguan (密关路)Road and follow the signs to Yunfoshan Ski Resort.

Private transportation: If you prefer to go there by car, we at ReFoX will be delighted to arrange for a private car with driver for you. Just contact us at services@refoxrelocation.com.


Activities
Six trails
One Advanced course (1000m long)
Two intermediate (300m-700m long)
Two beginner
 One sled trail (300m long)
Childrens playground
Dog sleigh
Snowmobiles
Snow tubes
Snow bumper cars
Ski school
Café and restaurant
**no lodges on the resort
 

 
Which Beijing ski resorts have you visited? Share your experience with us through the comments!