Many ski resorts in Korea are scattered throughout Gangwon-do, the region that receives the most annual snowfall. These facilities, despite being located out of the popular Seoul, attract thousands of tourists each year who come to enjoy the winter season by hitting the slopes. Equipped with modern facilities and offering a range of slopes, these resorts have a little something for everyone. There are also a number of great resorts located right on the outskirts of Seoul, allowing for quick and convenient ski trips.
Most resorts are large, leisure-focused facilities that stay open all year round and offer plush accommodations and amenities; however, the most popular time to visit these resorts is during the peak ski season from mid-December to the end of February. During this period, prices for the accommodations tend to increase and rooms fill up fast. Therefore, visitors who are unable to get lodging within the resort complexes are advised to look into hotels, motels, or pensions (inns) in the surrounding areas.
All of the resorts on the list offer both skiing and snowboarding, along with new facilities that are constantly added to keep up with the increasing popularity of this relatively new sport. Skiing and snowboarding facilities at the resorts are usually open between late November and early December and end around early March.