While Changsha may not have a large number of ski resorts, it does boast some fun ones. We recommend you go skiing at Daweishan Wild Ski Resort, Three Bears Ice and Snow Kingdom, and Ruixiang Ice and Snow World. For detailed ski resort trip planning tips, see below.
1、Daweishan Wild Ski Resort
The ski resort is close to Changsha, with an average annual temperature 5-8℃ lower than that at the foot of the mountain. The wind in the ski resort is relatively small in winter, making it an ideal destination for outdoor sports enthusiasts. Yuquan Clear Snow, one of the nine scenic spots in Daweishan, is also visible from the professional ski slopes, offering a panoramic view. Standing in this world of snow and ice, you can see the white peaks towering into the sky and the lush green trees covered in snow and frost. The scenery is breathtaking and makes you feel like you’re in a fairy tale.
Almost every beginner who comes to Daweishan for skiing will have an unforgettable experience. Standing on your skis, you’ll feel the wind whipping past your ears as you fly down the slopes. You’ll feel the snow spray hitting your face as you speed through the snow. You’ll enjoy the thrill of breaking through the snow as you ski through the woods. The beauty of the snow scenery, the excitement of speeding down the slopes, it’s enough to make you forget about work and life’s worries. The ski resort offers beginner, intermediate (approximately 450 meters with a 0-15 degree slope), advanced, and professional (approximately 800 meters with a 10-35 degree slope) trails. Prices are definitely higher than in the north, considering that the ski resort is man-made, given the southern winter. If you happen to catch a heavy snow this year, you’ll be in luck! The ski resort is located at an elevation of 1500 meters and has beautiful scenery. Interested friends can plan their trips in advance!
Address: Within Daweishan National AAAA-level Tourist Area in the northeastern part of Liuyang, Hunan Province
Projects: Snowboarding, alpine skiing, snowmobiling, snow tubing, etc.
Price: Weekday 1.5-hour double ski ticket 178 yuan, weekend 1.5-hour double ski ticket 198 yuan (cheaper online)
Opening Hours: 9:00-21:00
Transportation: Bus: Take a bus from Liuyang Bus Station to Dongmen or Baisha to Dongmen (i.e. Daweishan Town, ticket price 8 yuan, approximately every 30 minutes, takes 1.5 hours). Take a motorcycle or minivan from Dongmen to the No. 1 entrance of Daweishan Rural Passenger Transport Station.
Self-driving route:
1、 Changsha City – Liuyang City – Daweishan Town – No. 1 entrance of Daweishan Rural Passenger Transport Station
2、 Yichun – Wanzai – Tonggu – Zhangfang – Daweishan – Changsha City – Sifangping – Changyong Expressway – Yong’an – Liuyong High-grade Highway – Jiao Xiling Tunnel – Liuyang City – Guguang – Yanxi – Dahui – Weishan Town – No. 1 entrance of Daweishan Rural Passenger Transport Station.
3、 Xiangtan, Zhuzhou direction: Xiangtan -> Zhuzhou -> Zhen’tou -> Liuyang -> No. 1 entrance of Daweishan Rural Passenger Transport Station
4、 Pingxiang direction: Pingxiang -> Shangli -> Dali -> Liuyang -> No. 1 entrance of Daweishan Rural Passenger Transport Station
2、Three Bears Ice and Snow Kingdom
What are some indoor ski resorts in Changsha? As the temperature rises, people in Changsha are starting to look for ways to escape the summer heat. On June 1st, the Three Bears Ice and Snow Kingdom, located on Furong South Road in Changsha, completed its main construction. This indoor ski resort, which will begin trial operations at the end of June, will provide a refuge for Changsha residents during the hot summer months. This is Changsha’s first indoor ski resort, consisting of a ski hall, ice sculpture hall, training school, and other projects. The ski resort was built using internationally advanced artificial refrigeration and snowmaking technology and cost nearly 100 million yuan. The venue is divided into a children’s snow play area, a beginner training area, and a standard skiing area.
The temperature in the Three Bears Ice and Snow Kingdom will be maintained at between -5℃ and -3℃ after completion. From now on, when people ask about indoor ski resorts in Changsha, we can recommend Three Bears Ice and Snow Kingdom. The snow layer thickness on the slopes is maintained at about 50 cm, the slopes are about 170 meters long and 74 meters wide, the slope is 14 degrees, and the ski resort can accommodate 600 people at a time.
The snow quality, snow layer thickness, and deceleration facilities all meet the standards of the “China Ski Resort Management Regulations.” Whether you’re a child, a beginner, or an expert, you can find the perfect experience area at Three Bears Ice and Snow Kingdom. Once the ice sculpture hall opens to the public, DIY activities will also be available.
Indoor skiing in Changsha in summer is 60% more expensive than skiing at outdoor ski resorts in winter. So what are some affordable indoor ski resorts in Changsha? The person in charge of Three Bears Ice and Snow Kingdom said, “The outdoor temperature in Changsha is above 30℃ in summer, and the temperature inside the ski resort needs to be controlled below 0℃. Therefore, the cost and operating expenses of indoor ski resorts are relatively high. “Three Bears Ice and Snow Kingdom doesn’t play the price war, and the price system will definitely be affordable.” At present, the indoor skiing sport has aroused strong interest among skiing enthusiasts in Hunan. Several ski enthusiasts have expressed their desire to try skiing in the middle of summer.
Address: Three Bears Ice and Snow Kingdom, Xihudadao, Furong South Road, Changsha City (next to the Ecological Zoo).
Opening Hours: 09:00-21:00.
Ticket Pick-up Time: Daytime: 09:00-17:00; Nighttime: 18:30-21:00.
Bus Routes:
1、 Take bus 803 from Wuyi Square to Tujiacong and transfer to bus 125 to Xihucun.
2、 Take bus 125 from Dongtang to Xihucun.
3、 Take bus 803 from Pedestrian Street to Tujiacong and transfer to bus 125 to Xihucun.
4、 Take bus 152 or 63 from Hunan University to Zhutang Road Intersection and transfer to bus 125 to Xihucun.
After getting off the bus, you will see the Three Bears Ice and Snow Kingdom sign. Walk 900 meters forward.
3、Ruixiang Ice and Snow World
Ruixiang Ice and Snow World is an indoor ski resort that is open year-round. It is a sports and leisure resort that combines entertainment, meetings, and outdoor training. It adopts advanced international artificial snowmaking and refrigeration technology, and its core snowmaking equipment is imported from Germany. Even in the blazing heat of summer, there will be more than half a meter of snow in the venue, while the environmental temperature will remain at around -3 to -4 degrees Celsius.
The beginner slope is 200 meters long and 60 meters wide with an average slope of 13%, while the intermediate and advanced slopes are 260 meters long and 30 meters wide with an average slope of 22%. It has introduced international advanced dragging equipment, “magic carpet,” allowing skiing enthusiasts to experience the charm of skiing safely and conveniently. The ski hall also has a special children’s snow play area, allowing children to fully unleash their lively and innocent nature in the fairy tale world of ice and snow.
The difficulty level is not as high as outdoors, are you surprised? You’re so focused on enjoying skiing that you forget you’re also burning calories. Skiing is undoubtedly at the top of our weight loss strategy. This massive calorie burn comes from the repeated movement of your thigh and buttock muscles, and your focus will be completely on maintaining your balance.
Address: No. 266, Changxing Community, Shazhicheng Town, Liuyang, Hunan Province
Business Hours: Daytime 9:00-17:30; Nighttime 18:00-21:00 (Nighttime hours are only open when there are 100 people or more in attendance or for events)
Projects: Snowboarding, alpine skiing, children’s snow play area
Price
Weekday: 138 yuan/hour; 178 yuan/2 hours; 208 yuan/4 hours; 188 yuan/nighttime.
Weekend: 158 yuan/hour; 218 yuan/2 hours; 258 yuan/4 hours.
Festival: 178 yuan/hour.
Changsha to Liuyang Chimahu Ski Resort Transportation Route
Changsha East Bus Station -> Shazhicheng, Shengsha, Industrial Park
Line bus -> get off at Shazhicheng Town -> take a motorcycle or rent a car to Chimahu (local people in Shazhicheng know the way, about 7 kilometers) Ruixiang Ski World is actually a bus from Changsha East Station to Chimahu.
4、Skiing Tips
1、 Don’t skimp on clothes. Skiing enthusiasts usually wear professional ski clothing. If you only ski occasionally, you can rent the ski resort’s clothing.
2、 Pay attention to the local climate and recent weather changes to avoid sudden changes in weather.
3、 If you fall while skiing, don’t try to get up right away. It’s best to keep your limbs extended and let yourself slide down. Avoid rolling at all costs.
4、 While skiing, be sure to maintain a certain distance from others to avoid collisions.
5、 When you first learn to ski, pay attention to the gradual progression and do it according to your ability to avoid accidents.
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