Skiing and Snowboarding in Seoul 2024-2025

Skiing is a popular winter sport in South Korea and there are several ski resorts situated just outside Seoul that offer great slopes and trails for all levels

Best time: December–March

Take a wonderful winter getaway to South Korea by heading off to ski resorts near Seoul. Providing the perfect atmosphere for skiing and snowboarding, South Korea hosted the Asian Winter Games in 1999 and the XXIII Olympic Winter Games in 2018 in Pyeong Chang.

Ski Season in Seoul

To experience the perfect skiing atmosphere, many skiers flock to the ski resorts in Seoul during the cold and dry months between December to March. It is important to keep an eye on the weather forecasts before planning your trip to make sure that there is sufficient snow for skiing, though there is usually ample snowfall during this period.

Ski Resorts Near Seoul

Popular ski resorts near Seoul include the Bears Town Ski Resort in Pocheon-si, the Star Hill Resort in Namyangju-si, the Jisan Forest Ski Resort in Icheon-si, the Yangji Pine Resort Ski Valley in Yongin-si, and the Konjiam Resort in Gwangju-si. It may be wise to stay more than a day in Gyeonggi-do province since these resorts are located a 3-4 hour drive from Seoul.

Most of the ski resorts in Seoul have beginner and intermediate-friendly slopes and trails, while some even have dedicated slopes and areas for children and beginners.

At Bears Town Ski Resort, skiers can enjoy the convenience of a 'magic carpet' lift, which smoothly transports them to the start of the beginner's slope. Additionally, skilled instructors are available to offer ski lessons if needed. Ski passes at Bears Town Ski Resort cost approximately €52 for adults and €38 for children.

Several ski resorts situated in Seoul offer night skiing, including Jisan Forest Ski Resort and Yangji Pine Resort Ski Valley. At Jisan Forest Ski Resort, skiers can enjoy the slopes until 3 am, while at Yangji Pine Resort Ski Valley, skiing is allowed until 10 pm. Night skiing not only offers an excellent skiing experience but also an opportunity to experience Seoul's ski slopes in a different light with illuminated surroundings.

Accommodations

Most of the ski resorts in Seoul have on-site accommodation, but visitors who prefer to stay off-site can choose from an array of lodges, hotels, and guest houses available near the ski resorts. Gyeonggi-do Province and Gangwon-do Province have plenty of tourists’ accommodation options situated in close proximity to most of the resorts. Hence, visitors looking to stay close to the Star Hill Resort can find affordable hotels and guesthouses in Namyangju-si.