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Beidahu Ski Resort
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Beidahu Ski Resort

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Beidahu Ski Resort is located in the Changbai Mountains of Jilin City, Jilin Province, at the golden latitude of 43 degrees north for skiing. Its unique mountain shape, surrounded by mountains on three sides, results in mild winter winds and a pleasant climate with an average temperature of around -10 degrees Celsius and a ski season lasting over five months. The main peak, Nanlou Mountain, reaches an altitude of approximately 1400 meters, making it the highest peak in Jilin City. With a vertical drop of nearly 900 meters and slopes ranging from gentle to steep, it caters to skiers of all levels, from beginners to advanced skiers. The resort boasts dry, loose, and almost powdery snow, earning it the reputation of a "powder paradise." This area has hosted the 6th Asian Winter Games, multiple National Winter Games, and important events such as the FIS Freestyle Skiing World Cup and Alpine Skiing Points Race, making it one of the most important ice and snow competition and training bases in China. In addition to daytime skiing, the resort also offers evening session skiing. The near-windless conditions in winter create a unique experience for nighttime skiing—fewer people, quieter snow, starry skies overhead, and endless snow tracks below—a stark contrast to daytime skiing. In winter, the mountains often feature spectacular rime ice, with trees adorned with jade-like frost contrasting beautifully with the powdery snow, adding a unique charm to the ski resort. Beidahu is equally pleasant in summer, with high forest coverage, offering hiking and cycling trails for escaping the heat and relaxing amidst the green mountains and clear waters. The resort is equipped with a comprehensive service center integrating ski equipment rental, dining, shopping, and leisure, and also has a ski school offering graded lessons suitable for skiers of all levels and families.Yongji · 30.3 km from downtown
Songhua Lake Ski Resort
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Songhua Lake Ski Resort

5.9
4.6/5
610 reviews
Songhua Lake Ski Resort is located on Daqing Mountain in Jilin City, nestled in the extension of the Changbai Mountains, sharing the same latitude belt conducive to powder snow formation as the European Alps and the North American Rockies. Influenced by the northern temperate continental monsoon climate, the winter snow is dry, loose, and soft, earning Jilin the reputation of "capital of rime and paradise for skiing." It features 55 high-quality ski slopes with a total length of 60 km, seven imported high-speed cable cars, and 13 magic carpets, providing an hourly capacity of 30,000 passengers. The skiable area covers 240 hectares and can accommodate 15,000 skiers simultaneously. The slopes are planned in a 4:4:2 ratio of beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels. The slopes adopt a themed zoning design, separating different play areas such as beginner snow, progression, on-piste, off-piste, and parks, so that skiers of different levels can each enjoy themselves without interfering with one another. Several of the slopes are certified by the International Ski Federation (FIS) and can host professional events such as giant slalom, slalom, and slopestyle. The resort is equipped with multiple high-speed cable cars and magic carpets, offering ample capacity with shorter queues during peak hours. The ski resort also features a freestyle terrain park, providing a dedicated practice area for skiers who enjoy jumps and features. The ski resort is relatively close to the main urban area of Jilin City, with convenient transportation. The resort area is equipped with hotels and children's activity areas, making it suitable for family ski vacation trips.Jilin City · 19 km from downtown
Lafa Mountain National Forest Park
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Lafa Mountain National Forest Park

4.8
4.2/5
215 reviews
Lafa Mountain National Forest Park is dominated by forest landscapes, with more than ten species of red-leaf trees all over the valley, forming a natural landscape painting. In addition, Lafa Mountain is also a place for ancient Taoists to practice, and there are three natural wonders that can be called a must. First, the mountain is a three-sided cone, no matter how the viewing angle is changed, the shape of the mountain remains the same. Second, it is famous for its unique caves, known as "eighty-one peaks and seventy-two caves". Hundreds of various natural caves have been discovered in the park, such as Chaoyang Cave, Chuanxin Cave, Wanfo Cave, Shengshui Cave, etc. Among them, Chuanxin Cave is particularly special. It runs through the peaks on three sides, and the size of the hole is different, each with its own characteristics. You can see the sunrise in the east, the sunset in the west, and the vast sea of clouds in the south. Third, there are many strange stones, such as Quan Lao Xiong Guantian, Camel Stone, God Turtle Pilgrimage, Immortal Footprints, Lao Xiong Guantian Stone, Green Snake Pathfinder Stone, etc. These strange and strange rocks are distributed in the canyons and mountains, and some are inlaid on the cliffs. Lafa Mountain National Forest Park not only has three wonders of peak danger, cave wonder and stone show, but also a beautiful valley - Hongye Valley. Every time the frost falls in late autumn, the mountains are full of red, and the forests are dyed. The beautiful color effect and strong visual impact have attracted many photographers, painters, and film and television creators to come here to create and collect scenery.Jiaohe · 12.5 km from downtown

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Rime Island + Wulajie Manchu Town + Manchu alleys 1-day tour
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137***67August 30, 2026
5.0
The overall environment was quite nice, but the glass on the cable car was a bit scratched, with significant human-caused wear and tear, which greatly affected taking photos. I suggest putting up a sign to prevent people from scribbling on the glass.

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Anonymous userSeptember 28, 2026
5.0
Wolongtan is worth a climb. There were very few people the first two days of the National Day holiday. The stairs are great for taking photos. It would be even more beautiful later when the leaves turn red. The boat trip takes an hour and a half, and three hours round trip, which is a bit tiring. But I saw the sunset, absolutely stunning.

Songhua Lake Scenic Spot (Jilin)

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Anonymous userFebruary 16, 2026
5.0
Beidahu Ski Resort offers great value for money with its night skiing sessions, including afternoon and evening sessions from 2 PM to 4 PM and 6 PM to 9 PM. Overall, the service is excellent, and safety measures are also good. The staff at the food court are also very friendly and helpful.

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OneHotHalpinoFebruary 12, 2026
5.0
A must see and go for all snow sports lovers. I was there in 2019 as well, and it's even better now with the time to grow. Keep up the great work!

Songhua Lake Ski Resort

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烤花菜October 3, 2026
4.0
Zhuque Mountain, with a maximum elevation of 817 meters, is the highest of Jilin's four famous mountains. I climbed Zhuque Mountain on October 3rd. I took a taxi; it's quite close to the city center. Sometimes the climb got congested; there were restrictions on the number of people going to the summit. I didn't reach the top; I came down at the intersection of the uphill and downhill paths. You still have to take the sightseeing bus, but there's a queue for that too. You can take bus 333 from the grass skiing area. In conclusion: Don't come during holidays. Don't bother climbing mountains during holidays.

Zhuque Mountain National Forest Park

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didiann2001June 22, 2023
5.0
It is best if the hotel is closer to the Songhua River so that you can go there in the morning and evening. The scenery is very different during the day and at night. In the morning breeze, when night falls, stroll along the bank of the Songhua River, with a gentle breeze and a crescent moon...

Songhua River

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oueryujiJune 17, 2026
5.0
My hometown is Beishan Park Scenic Area in Jilin City. It boasts mountains, water, and lush greenery, making it a beautiful scenic spot in all four seasons. Especially during the annual temple fair, it's packed with people!

Jilin Beishan Scenic Resort

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132***55July 9, 2025
5.0
This hotel is really a surprise! The environment is elegant, the rooms are clean and comfortable, and the service is thoughtful and considerate. Whether it is a business trip or a leisure vacation, you can enjoy comfort and convenience.

Lafa Mountain National Forest Park

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203***39January 24, 2024
5.0
It takes about an hour to get there by taxi from the train station. It is very convenient and you can enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way. In winter, Wusong Island has an indescribable beauty, like a fairyland, and is worth a visit.

Rime Island

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老芦在旅行February 14, 2026
4.0
The venue isn't very big, and you can visit it together with the meteorite museum. The stamps are all on the first floor of the meteorite museum, but the quantity is limited. There's a coffee shop there that you can try; the photos there are sure to turn out great.

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