Places to Ski in and around Chengdu

How to get there:

There are several ways to reach the resort. You can rent a car, hop on their dedicated resort shuttle, or take a regular public bus. The resort shuttle departs from the following locations:

• Xinnanmen Station at 6:40

• South Railway Station Exit E at 7:00

• Taipingyuan at 7:15

• Culture Palace Exit D1 at 7:30

Round-trip shuttle tickets cost 118 RMB, and it’s important to return from Taiziling parking before 16:40. You can book tickets via the resort’s Mini-Program or by calling 19980488909.

Alternatively, a public bus leaves every 90 minutes starting at 7:00 am from Chadianzi Bus Station (茶店子汽车站) to Maoxian, with tickets priced at 62 RMB. This bus will drop you off at a petrol station at the base of Jiuding Shan (九鼎山). From there, you’ll find taxis or minivans waiting to take visitors to the top for around 40 RMB per person.

Once near the summit, you’ll need to purchase a mountain pass to access the resort area. This pass costs 70 RMB, or 35 RMB if you’re a student.

Pricing:

• (Ski lift pass + equipment):

368RMB for 1 day

(298RMB with discount voucher)

When you purchase the ticket, you can buy a day insurance for 10RMB.

Additional to renting helmets, you can also rent salopettes and ski jackets.

Helmets are mandatory if you want to ride the main chairlift.

• Season passes:

1 Adult: from 3500RMB

1 Adult + 1 kid: from 5000RMB

1 Adult + 2 kids: from 6500RMB

Best time to visit

The best snowfall occurs from November to March and Mount Jiuding usually has approximately 80cm of snow.

TaiziLing ski resort Mini-Program

Emei Mountain Leidongping Ski Resort

峨眉山雷洞坪滑雪

If you’re exploring different places to ski in Sichuan, Emei Mountain is great for families and beginners. It is Sichuan’s oldest ski resort in Leidongping park has basic facilities for families and beginners. Although it can get very busy, especially during holidays.

Resort Overview

• Address:
  

​Leidongping, Emei Mountain Scenic Area, Emeishan, Leshan City
乐山市峨眉山市峨眉山景区内雷洞坪

• Opening times:

Daily, 9:00-16:30

• Tel: 

4008196333, 0833-5098025

How to get there:

By train – You can take a train from South Railway Station 火车南站 or Chengdu East Railway Station 成都东站 to Emei(Shan) 峨眉山. This takes approximately 1h20min and costs around 60RMB. From Emei Train Station, you can take a taxi or Didi to Mount Emei Scenic Spot. This will take approximately 15 minutes and cost you around 20RMB.

By bus – There are daily buses arriving every 30 minutes starting from 7:00 am. They run from Xinnanmen to the Emei Tourism Center, which is about a five minute drive away from the entrance of Mount Emei. There are also many buses from Chengdu North Railway Bus Station or Pidu station to the Juizhu Long Distance Passengers Transportation Centre, which is about 6 km from Mount Emei.

Once at Mount Emei, there is a shuttle bus from the bottom of the mountain to Leidongping which costs 90RMB for a ticket (return included). There are three different departure stations: High speed railway, Huangwan station and Baoguo Temple Station.

Accommodation:

Because of the proximity of Emei’s ski resort to nearby tourist spots, there are countless hotels and hostels available to book on trip.com and other booking websites.

Pricing:

• Mountain Access: 160 RMB (110 RMB during Dec 15–Jan 15), half price for students

• Skiing: 120 RMB/hour (includes skis)

• Other Gear: Boots, helmets, jackets available for rent

Best time to visit:

From October to March, snow depth can reach up to 100 cm.

Wenchuan Qiangren Valley Ski Resort

羌人谷滑雪场

Among the lesser-known places to ski, Wenchuan Qiangren Valley offers brand-new facilities. Opened in December 2024, this ski resort has the newest infrastructure.

Resort Overview

• Address: Chengdou Dam, A’er Village, Wenchuan County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan

四川省阿坝藏族羌族自治州汶川县灞州镇阿尔村成兜坝

• Opening times: 09:00-17:00,15:00 stop entry

• Tel: 0837-8855666, 19934138070

Pricing

• Adults: 268 RMB (includes ski equipment, excludes clothing)

• More Info: Find updates on the official “羌人谷滑雪场” WeChat public account

Zhegu Mountain ski park

鹧鸪山滑雪场

This ski resort is located in Zhegushan Nature Park, with an altitude of 3000-4000 and 98km away from Bipenggou Ski Resort. Around early November every year, Zhegushan Ski Resort officially opens to travelers. Compared to most ski resorts in Sichuan, the place is larger and equipped with new equipment. Three different heights of ski slopes are provided here.

Resort Overview

• Address: Zhegu Mountain, Miyaro Town, Li County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan

四川省阿坝藏族羌族自治州理县米亚罗镇鹧鸪山

• Opening times:

Weekdays: 08:00-17:00, 15:30 stop entry

Weekend: 07:30-17:30, 16:00 stop entry

• Tel: 

0837-8855666, 19934138070

How to get there

• By car – if you drive from Chengdu to Zhegu Mountain，take high way will be about 4hours.
• By bus – The bus leaves from Chadianzi Bus Station  茶店子汽车站 to Xuecheng 薛城 every hour and a half from 7:20am daily. The tickets are 57-62RMB.

Pricing (entry + equipment):

From 390RMB to 490RMB per person (Dianping from 248RMB to 348RMB）

Best time to go

From November to March, expect snowfall up to 100 cm.

Xiling Snow Mountain Ski Resort

西岭雪山滑雪场

Xiling Snow Mountain is often mentioned in lists of places to ski near Chengdu, but reviews about its snow coverage are mixed. Therefore, it’s a good idea to call ahead and check current conditions before making the trip.

While some visitors feel this resort is more of a winter-themed amusement park than a destination for serious ski trails, it still offers fun for all ages. In addition to traditional skiing, you can rent snowmobiles, ride sledges, or enjoy a range of winter games, making it a playful and accessible option among places to ski in the region.

Resort Overview

• Address:

Back mountain of Xiling Snow Mountain, Dayi County, Chengdu City

成都市大邑县西岭雪山滑雪场

• Opening times:

Weekdays: 08:30-21:30

Weekend: 08:00-21:30

• Tel:

400-028-9695,  028-88309080

• For more info, visit:

http://www.xiling.cn/

How to get there

There are mixed reviews about the snow coverage in Xiling Snow Mountain, so be sure to call ahead and check conditions before you travel. Buses run from Xinnanmen Bus Station 新南门车站, Chadianzi Bus Station 茶店子车站 and East City Bus station 成都东客站 to Xiling XueShan and take two to three hours.

Pricing

Ski area ticket：120RMB per person

Transportation ropeway tickets：Round trip 120RMB/ One way 70RMB

Skiing price: from 158RMB per person

Ski equipment or Ski clothes rental begins from 30RMB to 50RMB per garment.

There is no need to book ahead as they have 2000 sets of skis and a fleet of 35-40 snowmobiles.

Best Time To Go

December to March is ideal, with snow reaching 60–80 cm.
For night skiing, head up between 19:30–21:30.

Qixiagou Skiing Resort 奇峡沟滑雪场

Located in Songpan County in Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture. It is only six kilometers away from Huangsheng Pass Station — the shortest distance from a skiing resort to an express train railway station in Sichuan.
阿坝奇峡沟滑雪场位于四川省阿坝藏族羌族自治州松潘县川主寺牧场村，是四川省内距离动车站最近的滑雪场，距离黄胜关站仅6公里。
Traffic: depart from East Chengdu Railway Station, and a 2-hour ride on the express train will bring you to Huangsheng Pass Station.
从成都东站出发，搭乘动车最快2小时可到达黄胜关站。

If you’re looking places to ski in the city, this is an option in Chengdu:

Chengdu Sunac Snow Park

都江堰融创雪世界

(又名 成都热血奇迹）

Among the most unique places to ski near Chengdu is Chengdu Sunac Snow Park, which covers an impressive 80,800 square meters and holds the title of the world’s largest indoor ski resort. With six different levels of ski trails and two terrain parks, it can accommodate up to 5,000 skiers per day.

Thanks to its close proximity to the city, Sunac Snow Park stands out among places to ski for its convenience. Additionally, a wide range of entertainment activities and live shows make it a popular destination for groups of friends and families looking for both snow and fun, all year round.

Resort Overview

• Address:

No. 37 Zhizhen Road, Dujiangyan

都江堰市玉堂街道至臻路37号

• Time:

10:00-20:00

(Entry until 18:00)

• Tel: 4008959888

Pricing

Ski price : from 128 RMB / 2 hours (Dianping)

Equipment rental: Reference price: knee pads (50RMB/day), hip protection (50RMB/day),

snow goggles (239 RMB/day), large locker (30 RMB/day), small locker (20 RMB/day)

For Beginners:

SKINOW雪乐山滑雪

SKINOW is one of the best indoor places to ski in Chengdu. Located inside Chengdu’s shopping malls, it uses Maxxtracks simulators for year-round training. Great for beginners and families, SKINOW offers slope adjustments, expert coaching, and a fun way to practice skiing indoors.

Resort Overview

• Addresses:

(Kaide Tianfu):

4F, Kaide Tianfu (Tianren Road Store), 388 Tianren Road

天仁路388号 凯德天府天仁路店4楼

(Tianfu):

Tianfu Avenue, 4F Joy City, Tianfu New Area

天府新区中央商务区天府大悦城4楼冠军冰场旁

• Time: 10:00-22:00

• Tel: 4000303096/13548178647/16612806027

   

Pricing

Around 100 RMB for 30min 1-on-1 class on Dianping

Many opitions are also available on Dianping

Xindu Jianfeng Dry Skiing Ground is one of the unique places to ski near Chengdu, offering year-round access thanks to its artificial dry slopes. Located in Majia Town, Xindu District, the facility spans 40,000 square meters, with about 15,000 square meters dedicated to ski tracks. There are over 10 dry ski slopes of varying difficulty, from beginner-friendly runs to advanced slopes with big jumps perfect for tricks. Even Olympic gold medalist Gu Ailing has trained here!

Resort Overview

• Address:

Opposite to Beixin Xiaoqu, Chengde Avenue. 成德大道北星小区斜对面

• Opening Times: Monday to Sunday: 13:30-17:30, 18:30-22:30
• Tel: 028-85248915

Pricing

Around 110RMB per person，incl.ski gear, not ski wear

YOSKI 尤斯卡滑雪

Resort Overview

• Location/ 地址:
• Address: No.
  A10, 1906 Creative Park, 15 Gao Yuan 1st Road 高远一路15号1906创意园区A10号

• Opening Time: 10:00-21:00
• Tel: 15910276370

Pricing

Around RMB 100 per person

Overview of Places to Ski in Sichuan Province

There are other options for skiing and other snow sports in Sichuan, such as Guangyuan Zengjia Mountain 广元曾家山滑雪场, Aba Bipenggou 毕棚沟 (3.5 hours by car from Chengdu), Dujiangyan Longchi Forest Park 龙池国家森林公园 and Qixiagou Skiing Resort 阿坝奇峡沟滑雪场 in Songpan (six kilometers from Huangsheng Pass Station — the shortest distance from a skiing resort to an express train railway station in Sichuan).

Another option is catching the fast train to Xi’an for the weekend, where they have some good ski resorts such as Cui Hua Mountain Ski Resort.

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