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西岭雪山滑雪场

Why visit Xiling Snow Mountain Ski Resort?

Located just 100 km from Chengdu, about a two-hour drive by bus or car, Xiling Snow Mountain is the largest ski resort in Southwest China. Often nicknamed the “Oriental Alps,” it becomes a snowy playground in winter. Usually with 60 to 80 cm of natural snowfall. When nature needs a boost, the resort uses snow cannons to keep the slopes ready.

While Xiling offers traditional skiing, many people say it feels more like a fun snow-themed amusement park than a serious ski destination. In addition to skiing, you can rent snowmobiles, ride sledges, or enjoy playful winter activities like snowball fights and building snowmen.

Address:

Leisure and Sports Area, the back mountain of Xiling Snow Mountain, Dayi County, Chengdu City

成都市大邑县西岭雪山滑雪场

Tel:

400-028-9695,  028-88309080

For more info, visit

http://www.xiling.cn/

Getting 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.

Price:

Ticket prices are fluctuating and details can be found via https://you.ctrip.com/sight/xilingsnowmountain1484/4349.html#ctm_ref=www_hp_bs_lst

Ski clothes rental begins from 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 
There is 60-80cm of snow between December and March, and the opening hours are 9:00am – 17:00pm.
There are some night skiing options between 19:30am and 21:30pm if you don’t mind braving the dark.

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