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Gangwon, South Korea

Yongpyong Ski Resort

ClosedOpens Late November

Season dates, 28 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Budget Friendly
Snow Sure

4,630ft

Peak Elevation

2,170ft

Vertical Drop

28

Trails

100"

Annual Snow

Overview

Yongpyong is a ski resort in Gangwon, South Korea, with an elevation range from 2,460ft (750m) to 4,630ft (1411m). The vertical drop is 2,170ft (661m) across 28 trails served by 15 lifts and 480 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Incheon International (ICN), about 180 minutes away by car. Yongpyong receives an average of 100 inches of snowfall annually.

Season Overview

Season Timeline

Late November to Early April

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Opens: Late NovemberCloses: Early April
Peak Open Early Late Closed

Snow Conditions

30cm(12in)Moderate

Average snowfall in January, Yongpyong's snowiest peak-season month.

100"

Annual Snowfall

(254cm)

-5°C

January Avg High

-15°C

January Avg Low

Snowmaking covers 100% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

Monthly Snowfall

Monthly Snowfall

100"

annual avg

30
Jan
25
Feb
15
Mar
3
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
15
Nov
25
Dec
Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

28

Total Trails

15

Lifts

480

Skiable Acres

2,170ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

25%
Beginner: 7 trails
40%
Intermediate: 11 trails
25%
Advanced: 7 trails
Expert: 3 trails
25%Beginner (7)
40%Intermediate (11)
25%Advanced (7)
10%Expert (3)

Yongpyong has 28 trails: 25% green, 40% blue, 25% black, and 10% double-black. With 25% of terrain rated green, beginner-rated trails make up a large share of Yongpyong.

Lift System & Elevation

15

Total Lifts

2,170ft

Vertical Drop

661m

(2,170ft)

Elevation Profile

4,630ft

Peak

2,460ft

Base

Price Trends

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$65

avg/day

$72
Jan
$72
Feb
$65
Mar
$55
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
$55
Nov
$72
Dec
Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: April ($55)

Best Month to Visit Yongpyong

Top Pick

January

Great valuePeak conditions
63
score
30cm
Moderate
$72/day

January offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Yongpyong, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 30cm. Crowd levels are moderate.

Runner-Up

February

25cm snow, moderate crowds, $72/day.

Best Value

April

$55/day, 3cm snow, very low crowds.

Monthly Conditions

Monthly Conditions

Best Month

January

Peak Season

30cm

snowfall

-5°/-15°

high/low °C

crowds

$72

day pass

February

Peak Season

25cm

snowfall

-3°/-13°

high/low °C

crowds

$72

day pass

March

Open

15cm

snowfall

4°/-6°

high/low °C

crowds

$65

day pass

April

Late Season

3cm

snowfall

12°/2°

high/low °C

crowds

$55

day pass

November

Early Season

15cm

snowfall

4°/-4°

high/low °C

crowds

$55

day pass

December

Open

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 conditions, crowd levels, and packing tips for Yongpyong.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$65

per day

Season Pass

$900

full season

Day pass pricing varies by date and ticket type; check the resort's official site for current rates. Yongpyong is not included on any multi-resort pass in this dataset.

Getting to Yongpyong

Nearest Airport

Incheon International (ICN)

Approx. 180 min drive

Location

Gangwon, South Korea 🇰🇷

37.6432°N, 128.6814°E

The drive from Incheon International to Yongpyong takes about 3 hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Yongpyong open for the season?
Yongpyong typically opens in Late November and closes in Early April. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.
How much is a day lift pass at Yongpyong?
A day lift pass at Yongpyong starts at $65 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.
Is Yongpyong good for beginners?
Yes, 25% of Yongpyong's trails are rated green (beginner terrain).
How much snow does Yongpyong get per year?
Yongpyong receives an average of 100 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 100% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.
What is the best month to ski at Yongpyong?
January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Yongpyong in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 30cm of snowfall and moderate crowd levels.

Quick Stats

Elevation Range
2,460 - 4,630ft
Vertical Drop
2,170ft (661m)
Trails
28
Lifts
15
Skiable Acres
480
Annual Snowfall
100" (254cm)
Season
Late November - Early April
Day Pass
$65
Nearest Airport
ICN (180min)

Monthly Guides

JanFebMarAprNovDec

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