Korea is gifted with mountainous terrain and the perks that come with a cold winter. In particular, Gangwon State and the outskirt regions of Seoul are great places to enjoy winter sports as they receive the most annual snowfall. Ski resorts in Korea offer slopes for all skill levels, from absolute beginners to experts. Many resorts also offer nighttime skiing for a full day of fun.
Many ski resorts in Korea operate an indoor waterpark, allowing guests to enjoy swimming even in the cold winter. Even if you’re not into winter sports like skiing or snowboarding, you can spend your winter vacation by engaging in a variety of activities.
As all ski resorts differ in prices and operating periods, it is strongly recommended to check the details before visiting. During the peak ski season, from mid-December to the end of February, visitors are recommended to reserve accommodations ahead of time.

>> Ski Resorts in Gangwon State

Pyeongchang | Phoenix Snow Park

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Phoenix Snow Park is known for its many valley-style slopes and high-quality snow. The resort features ski courses for beginner, intermediate, and expert skiers as well as nighttime skiing. In particular, beginners can enjoy skiing on the Panorama slope that reaches 2.4 kilometers. The resort operates Extreme Park for snowboarders, complete with a half pipe, table top, round quarter, and rails that follow Olympic standards. Phoenix Snow Park also operates Snow Village, with tube sledding, bobsleigh, and snow slides for children, and Blue Canyon, a year-round indoor water park, making Phoenix Snow Park a great choice for family visitors.

Pyeongchang | Mona Yongpyong Ski Resort

Mona Yongpyong Ski Resort was the first ski resort to open in Korea. The resort’s accommodations are located near the ski slopes making it convenient for skiers. The resort has 28 slopes to suit skiers of all levels and 14 lifts. With the resort’s high amount of snowfall, visitors can enjoy both an exciting ski trip and a beautiful winter getaway. Even non-skiers can enjoy the view by boarding the Balwangsan Cable Car. Departing from near the resort’s Green Parking Lot, the cable car takes just 18 minutes to reach the 1,458-meter summit of Balwangsan Mountain.

Hongcheon | Vivaldi Park Ski World

Vivaldi Park Ski World, located in Hongcheon, has become a favorite among young skiers in their teens and twenties; even the slope names like Hip-Hop, Techno, and Funky are geared towards young adults. Some of the more advanced slopes are uniquely designed with unexpected twists and turns for maximum thrills.
For those who are new to winter sports, Vivaldi Park Ski World provides the perfect setting to safely enjoy skiing and snowboarding. There are a variety of slopes with different inclines and distances to give new snow sport enthusiasts the perfect chance to gradually work their way up from the bunny slopes to the more advanced courses. The resort is also family-friendly, with amenities like Snowy Land, a late night skiing and sledding theme park that operates until 03:00, and Vivaldi Park Ocean World where you can relax at the spa after a long day of hitting the slopes.

Hoengseong | Welli Hilli Park Snow Park

Recognized for its size and safety by the International Ski Federation (FIS), Welli Hilli Park Snow Park is equipped with an international-sized board walk super pipe. Its FIS certification and variety of facilities have made it a popular destination for skiers and snowboarders alike. The snow park offers 20 slopes ranging from bunny slopes to black diamond courses and a mogul course to maximize fun and thrills. The park’s Fun Park is designed specifically for snowboarders, offering kickers and other facilities for snowboarders to practice their tricks.

Pyeongchang | Alpensia Ski Resort

Alpensia Ski Resort is tucked away in the mountains at about 700 meters above sea level and is known for its excellent snow. The resort offers six slopes with various courses for beginner, intermediate and advanced skiers and can accommodate up to 3,000 people at the same time. Snowboarding slopes and a long-distance sledding slope are specially designed for snowboarders and visitors with family respectively. In particular, Foxtrot, a slope for advanced skiers, is famous for seeing exotic vista. In addition to the exciting winter sports, visitors can enjoy many top-notch accommodation facilities within the Alpensia Resort complex, as well as Alpensia Ocean 700, equipped with outstanding spa facilities.

Chuncheon | Elysian Gangchon Ski Resort

Elysian Gangchon Ski Resort is a deluxe leisure complex that is only one hour away from Seoul by subway and is situated near Baegyangni Station on the Gyeongchun Line. Beginner and intermediate skiers can enjoy a variety of slopes since eight of the ten slopes are designed for beginners and intermediate skiers. The slopes are designed to have a canyon-type formation, allowing skiers to glide down smoothly while enjoying the panoramic view of the beautiful scenery. For beginners who need a little extra help before heading out on their own, ski and snowboard lessons are also available through the ski school program. Moreover, it is the only ski resort that offers late night skiing until 03:00 among all the resorts accessible by subway from Seoul, making it a perfect day-trip destination for ski enthusiasts.

Jeongseon | High1 Ski Resort

Located on Baegunsan Mountain at 1,340 meters above sea level in Gangwon State, High1 Ski Resort offers 17 fantastic slopes, each beginning at one of the park's three peaks. One of the peaks provides a 4.2-kilometer-long gently sloping course for beginners. High1 Resort also has two slopes that have been used for Ski World Cup competitions. The resort is known for its convenient facilities for people with disabilities and special needs to enjoy skiing.
High1 Resort offers state-of-the-art lifts including an automatic reading system for lift passes and a hands-free detection system. Nearby attractions include Kangwon Land Casino, trekking routes, winter-themed park Snow World, and indoor waterpark Water World, making it a family-friendly ski resort.

Wonju | Oak Valley Snow Park

Named for a nearby oak tree forest, Oak Valley Snow Park is smaller than most ski resorts in Korea. As a result, it offers a cozy, welcoming atmosphere with just three slopes: one for beginners, and two for intermediate skiers. Oak Valley Snow Park is one of the best parks for snowboarders because there are no crowds and plenty of space to try new maneuvers! In addition to ski and snowboard school for beginners and a sledding hill, the resort offers revolving sledding tubes, a snow playground with photo zones, and eight different walking trails to take in the picturesque scenery.

>> Ski Resorts near Seoul

Icheon - Jisan Ski Resort

Located in Icheon, Gyeonggi-do, Jisan Ski Resort is close to Gangnam in Seoul, meaning that even if accommodations are fully booked, visitors can make a daytrip out to this beautiful ski resort. The resort has a number of slopes ready to accommodate skiers of varying skill levels, including two practice slopes for beginners. In addition, the resort has five high-speed lifts, allowing quick access and less time waiting in line, as well as an escalator for children and beginners. Even though this particular resort is on a smaller scale, it is packed with convenient facilities at inexpensive prices. The resort is a great value for its price, thus providing visitors an affordable winter sports experience with great quality.

Gwangju | Konjiam Resort

Located in Gwangju, Gyeonggi-do, Konjiam Resort is the largest ski resort in Seoul’s vicinity, offering nine slopes with varying degrees of difficulty, as well as five ski lifts. One of this resort’s largest pro is that it offers wait-free services through the use of their mobile app, including slope tickets, equipment rental, season passes, and even ski lessons. Over 70% of the slopes are reserved for beginner/intermediate skiers and senior citizens, creating a safe environment for all visitors. Furthermore, the resort includes an arboretum, ecological river, spa and other auxiliary facilities.

>> Ski Resorts in Central & Southern Regions

Muju | Deogyusan Ski Resort

Located within Deogyusan National Park in Muju, Jeonbuk-do, Deogyusan Ski Resort has long been a popular ski destination for both Korean and international skiers. This gorgeous mountain ski resort not only has a large number of ski courses, but also breathtaking views that allow skiers to take in the beauty of the snow-covered slopes while they ski.
The resort's Silk Road Slope, which starts from the peak of Deogyusan Mountain at 1,520 meters above sea level, is the longest run in Korea, at 6.1 kilometers in length for maximum thrills. The course was designed for both beginner and intermediate skiers to enjoy. The resort is also known to have the steepest slope, called the Raiders Slope, in Korea along with other diverse runs that accommodate skiers of varying skill levels. For those who want a refreshing experience, try the outdoor hot springs after a day of skiing.

Yangsan | Eden Valley Resort

As the only ski resort in the Gyeongsang region, Eden Valley Resort provides an environment fit for skiers of all levels. Of the six slopes ranging in length from 454 meters to 1,495 meters, two are for beginners, two are for intermediate skiers and two are for advanced skiers. Each slope has a different starting point, but they all wind gently down along the mountainside to come together at the base. The three lifts are fast in their service so that there is hardly any wait time. The resort also operates a luge track for non-skiers.

* Ski season start and end date at all resorts are subject to change based on weather conditions. Please check in advance.

* This column was last updated in December 2024, and therefore information may differ from what is presented here. We advise you to check details before visiting.