Skiing in Xinjiang
Xinjiang is a ski destination in China, part of the Japan & East Asia region, with 5 ski resorts to explore. The skiing spans elevations from 1,252m to 3,076m, giving a vertical range of 1,824m. Across the area there are 32km of prepared pistes. There are 21 runs in total - 11 easy, 2 intermediate, 6 advanced - catering to all ability levels. 13 ski lifts serve the slopes, including 4 gondolas and 4 chairlifts. Notable resorts in the area include Koktokay Ski Resort, 可可托海滑雪场, Tianshan Tianchi, General's Mountain and XueLianShan. The ski season typically runs from December to March. A daily adult lift pass costs around €400 on average.
Ski Resorts in Xinjiang
5 ski resorts in Xinjiang
General's Mountain
The ski resort General's Mountain – Altay is located in Xinjiang, China, not far from the Mongolian border. It features 3 lifts and a winter sports area situated between 915 and 1,305 meters.
Koktokay Ski Resort, 可可托海滑雪场
Koktokay Ski Resort, 可可托海滑雪场 ski resort in China. 16 runs, 28km of pistes, 7 lifts, 1860m - 3076m elevation.
Tianshan Tianchi
Tianshan Tianchi ski resort in China. 5 runs, 4km of pistes, 6 lifts, 1252m - 1452m elevation.
Weisite Ski Field
Weisite Ski Field ski resort in China.
XueLianShan
XueLianShan Ski Resort is located in Urumqi, Xinjiang, China, and is a popular destination for local skiers. It offers a variety of slopes and is known for its night skiing and proximity to the city center.
Xinjiang at a Glance
Aggregate stats across 5 resorts
Total Resorts
5
Total Piste km
152 km
Total Lifts
19
Elevation Range
1,252–3,076 m
Avg Day Pass
€400
Total Runs
21
Where to start in Xinjiang
Top picks across 1 category
Best value
- 1.General's MountainGood
- 2.Koktokay Ski Resort, 可可托海滑雪场Good
- 3.Tianshan TianchiGood
Top Resorts in Xinjiang
Sorted by Piste km
| Resort | Piste km | Vert. Drop (m) | Lifts |
|---|---|---|---|
| General's Mountain | 120 | 390 | 3 |
| Koktokay Ski Resort, 可可托海滑雪场 | 28 | 1,216 | 7 |
| Tianshan Tianchi | 4 | 200 | 6 |
| Weisite Ski Field | - | - | - |
| XueLianShan | - | 400 | 3 |
Season Calendar - Xinjiang
When each resort is open for skiing
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