Yongpyong is a ski resort located in Gangwon, South Korea, sitting at an elevation range of 2,460ft (750m) to 4,630ft (1411m). With a vertical drop of 2,170ft (661m), the resort offers 28 trails served by 15 lifts across 480 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Incheon International (ICN), approximately 180 minutes by car. The resort receives an average of 100 inches of snowfall annually. Snowmaking covers 100% of the terrain, ensuring consistent conditions throughout the season.
Late November to Early April
Groomed, consistent surface. Good skiing.
30cm
Snow Depth
(12")
-5°C
-15°C to -5°C
(5°F / 23°F)
100"
Annual Snowfall
(254cm)
100%
Snowmaking
coverage
100"
annual avg
28
Total Trails
15
Lifts
480
Skiable Acres
2,170ft
Vertical Drop
Yongpyong offers a balanced mix of terrain with 25% beginner, 40% intermediate, 25% advanced, and 10% expert-only runs. The generous proportion of green runs makes this a solid choice for beginners and families learning to ski.
15
Total Lifts
2,170ft
Vertical Drop
661m
(2,170ft)
4,630ft
Peak
2,460ft
Base
Day pass pricing across the season
$65
avg/day
January offers the best overall balance of snow quality, crowd levels, and pricing at Yongpyong. The snowpack is generally well-established with consistent groomed conditions. Moderate crowds mean reasonable lift lines, especially on weekdays.
February
25cm snow, moderate crowds, $72/day
April
$55/day, 3cm snow, very low crowds
30cm
snowfall
-5°/-15°
high/low °C
crowds
$72
day pass
25cm
snowfall
-3°/-13°
high/low °C
crowds
$72
day pass
15cm
snowfall
4°/-6°
high/low °C
crowds
$65
day pass
3cm
snowfall
12°/2°
high/low °C
crowds
$55
day pass
15cm
snowfall
4°/-4°
high/low °C
crowds
$55
day pass
25cm
snowfall
-2°/-12°
high/low °C
crowds
$72
day pass
Monthly conditions are based on historical averages. Actual conditions vary year to year. Click on any month for detailed weather forecasts, crowd analysis, and packing tips for Yongpyong.
Adult Day Pass
$65
per day
Season Pass
$900
full season
Day pass pricing at Yongpyong varies by date. Peak periods (holidays and weekends) may cost 10-15% more. Purchasing lift tickets online in advance typically saves $10-20 per ticket. Yongpyong is not currently part of a major multi-resort pass. Check the resort website for group rates and multi-day ticket bundles.
Incheon International (ICN)
Approx. 180 min drive
Gangwon, South Korea 🇰🇷
37.6432°N, 128.6814°E
The drive from Incheon International to Yongpyong takes approximately 3 hours. Consider booking a shuttle transfer or renting a car with winter tires and chains.
Yongpyong offers a range of accommodation options for every budget. On-mountain lodging provides ski-in/ski-out convenience but typically costs 30-50% more than staying in the nearest town. Budget travelers can find hostel-style accommodations starting around $40 per night, while mid-range hotels and condos average $100-180 per night. Luxury ski-in/ski-out properties can exceed $250 per night during peak periods.
Booking 2-3 months in advance secures better rates, especially for holiday periods. Many resorts offer lift-and-lodging packages that bundle accommodation with multi-day tickets at a discount.