Huaibei Ski Resort
Beijing Huaibei International Ski Resort, which was built in the year 2000 and opened to the public in January 2001, is one of the earliest ski resorts in Beijing and a relatively large ski resort boasting top-flight ski runs, amazing natural scenery, and complete facilities of a variety. It is located 18 kilometers north of Huairou urban area, which is 67 kilometers from downtown Beijing. Embraced by the Great Wall, Huaibei International Ski Resort boasts picturesque natural scenery.
The ski resort has advanced and complete equipment, such as three cable cars, seven ski runs, a ski equipment store with an area of 3,000 square meters, a western dining hall with an area of 300 square meters, 3,000 snowsuits, 3,000 skis, and 200 snowboards. The ski resort has a snow trail of 3,800 meters which ranks the longest in Beijing, including 4 trails for ski beginners, 1 for medium skiers, and 2 for professional skiers. Besides, 60 professional instructors are ready to help skiers of various levels. Huaibei Ski Resort operates from December to the following March every year.
Six Distinguishing Features
The Largest Ski Resort in Beijing
Beijing Huaibei International Ski Resort covers an area of 9.6 square kilometers, with a snow-covered area of 100,000 square meters. It can accommodate 5,000 skiers simultaneously.
The Most Picturesque Ski Resort in Beijing
Beijing Huaibei International Ski Resort is located in the Jiugukou natural scenic area in the Huairou district which is known as the backyard garden of Beijing and it’s embraced on three sides by the Great Wall. Thus, Beijing Huaibei International Ski Resort boasts both human landscapes and beautiful natural scenery.
The Ski Resort with the most complete facilities in Beijing
The newly renovated ski equipment hall is very magnificent, containing equipment such as a convenient and fast electronic payment system, luxurious VIP rooms, and imported drying equipment.
One of the Oldest Ski Resorts in Beijing
The construction of Huaibei Ski Resort began in 2000, which was one of the oldest ski resorts in Beijing. It’s also the only ski resort registered “international” in Beijing.
One of the Safest Ski Resorts in Beijing
The guidance system of Huaibei Ski Resort adopts the European standard symbol entirely, and the staff is ready to serve you every 50 meters on the ski track.
The Ski Resort with the Best quality of Snow in Beijing
Huaibei Ski Resort is surrounded by mountains, enjoying a typical small basin climate. The relatively dry air and the snow powdery form which is made of surface water in mid-November offer a comfortable skiing environment for skiers.
| Price List for skiing in Huaibei Ski Resort | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Time | Mon to Fri | Weekends | During Festivals and Holidays |
| 1 Hour | 60 yuan/p | 80 yuan/p | 100 yuan/p |
| 2 Hours | 110 yuan/p | 150 yuan/p | 160 yuan/p |
| 3 Hours | 120 yuan/p | 180 yuan/p | 200 yuan/p |
| 4 Hours | 140 yuan/p | 200 yuan/p | 240 yuan/p |
| All-day | 220 yuan/p | 360 yuan/p | 390 yuan/p |
Introduction of Ski Runs
| Category | Symbol Color | Length | Width | Average Gradient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beginner Trail (No.2 ski run) | blue | 200 | 70 | 6° |
| Beginner Trail (No.3 ski run) | blue | 550 | 40 | 9° |
| Beginner Trail (No.4 ski run) | blue | 320 | 40 | 11° |
| Intermediate Trail (No.1 ski run) | pink | 270 | 40 | 15° |
| Intermediate Trail (No.5 ski run) | pink | 720 | 20 | 18° |
| Intermediate Trail (No.6 ski run) | black | 850 | 20 | 26° |
| Intermediate Trail (No.7 ski run) | black | 820 | 40 | 22° |
| Ski Beginner Training Trail | blue | 150 | 60 | 5° |
- Location: in the Jiugukou (Nine Valleys Pass) Natural Scenic Area, 70 kilometers from downtown Beijing
- How to Get There? Take the No. 936 bus from Dongzhimen Station to the ski resort directly. The bus operates from 6:50 to 19:00 every day and departs every thirty minutes from Dongzhimen. Also, the bus operates from 5:00 to 17:00 from the ski resort.
- Ticket Price: RMB 20 per person
- Opening Hours: from 8:30 to 17:30 from late November to early March