Good place in Urumqi for skiing

Skiing is the best choice for a trip to Xinjiang, as it provides both fitness and a chance to experience the beautiful winter scenery of Xinjiang. Here are a few famous and unique ski resorts in Xinjiang that we recommend.

Wukesong Ski Resort

Located just 32 kilometers from Urumqi, it has convenient transportation. The ski resort boasts excellent conditions in five key indicators: average winter temperature, average altitude of ski slopes, skiing period, snow quality, and friction. The terrain is gentle, making it suitable for beginners, with a high safety factor. The environment is beautiful, and the air quality is good.
One of the three major ski resorts in China, featuring 8 ski trails for beginners, intermediate, and advanced skiers. It also boasts the only dedicated ski and sightseeing cable cars in the Northwest region that go directly to the primeval forest, with three such cable cars available. Additionally, there are two comfortable magic carpets in the ski teaching area for both children and adults.

Yinfeng Ski Resort

Located in the picturesque Yangquangou Scenic Area of Shuixigou Town, the ski resort divides the slopes into three levels: beginner, intermediate, and advanced. This aims to ensure that visitors of different ages and skill levels can engage in various activities separately, avoiding collisions.

Xuelianshan Ski Resort

Located at the foot of Bogda Peak in the Tianshan Mountains, Shuimogou is a famous tourist scenic area. Multiple ski trails are suitable for visitors of all levels, and the cable car is unique.

Vester Ski Resort

Integrating dining, accommodation, skiing, and more, the ski resort also features a special night skiing area with lights, allowing visitors to enjoy the splendid night view of Urumqi amidst the dancing silver snakes and leaping torrents.
One of the first four 3S-level ski resorts in Xinjiang, featuring a large natural ski area, ice rink, and an expansion training base.

Nanshan Sunshine Sport Ski Resort

Urumqi Sunshine SPORT Ski Resort is 45 kilometers away from the city center, with convenient transportation and flat roads. There are shuttle buses from the city to the ski resort at fixed times every day, and it takes only one hour to reach the ski resort service hall by bus. In winter, the blue sky and white snow, with pine forests lying quietly, offer a unique experience as you traverse the snow-covered forest.