Yehe Royal Mountain Ski Resort
Subheading: A Premier Four-Season Resort Nestled in History
1. Overview and Location Yehé Royal Mountain Ski Resort is a comprehensive, multi-seasonal sports and leisure destination situated at the foot of the historic Yehé Ancient City within the Yehé Tourism Development Zone of Siping City, Jilin Province. Since its establishment in 2010, the resort has grown to occupy an expansive area of 2 million square meters. Its prime location is one of its greatest assets, offering exceptional accessibility. It is positioned as the closest integrated ski resort to major urban centers in the region and remains the only facility of its kind in Siping City. The resort is approximately 30 kilometers from the key transportation hub of Siping, 40 kilometers from Liaoyuan City, 160 kilometers from Changchun Longjia International Airport, and 200 kilometers from Shenyang Taoxian International Airport. It is also conveniently located about 25 kilometers from National Highways 102 and 303, as well as the Harbin-Dalian High-Speed Railway, making it easily reachable from surrounding counties and cities such as Xifeng, Changtu, Gongzhuling, Shuangliao, and Yitong.
2. Development Phases and Infrastructure With a total investment of 1.2 billion RMB, the resort was developed in three strategic phases. The first phase, operational since December 2010 with an investment of 15 million RMB, established the foundational facilities. These include a 200-meter long by 100-meter wide beginner ski slope, a 300-meter long by 60-meter wide intermediate slope, two high-level telescopic drag lifts, two low-level drag lifts, a dedicated 100x50 meter snow tubing area, and a 200x80 meter snowmobile track. It also features a unique 2-kilometer ice and snow short-track rally course. Supporting these attractions is a 1,500-square-meter multi-purpose building housing dining, accommodation, and ski equipment rental services, alongside an outdoor expansion training base capable of hosting 200 people simultaneously.
The second phase, planned with an investment of 500 million RMB, aimed to enhance the resort's offerings by adding two advanced ski trails, a double-chairlift, a scenic small retaining dam, a hotel, and an integrated service hall. The envisioned third phase focuses on further expansion with two additional advanced trails, another double-chairlift, and a cluster of European-style villas, promising elevated luxury and capacity.
3. Facilities and Winter Activities The resort is equipped with modern snowmaking machines and boasts an inventory of over 1,000 sets of ski equipment from various brands. The heart of the resort is its spacious, 1,500-square-meter main service hall. Featuring full-length glass windows, it offers panoramic views of the outdoor activities and is designed to be bright and welcoming. This comprehensive facility includes a chess and card room, lounges, a water bar, a supermarket, and a fast-food area, catering to diverse visitor needs. A separate 300-square-meter restaurant can accommodate over 200 guests for dining, making it ideal for class reunions, business meetings, and group tours. The resort has a daily reception capacity of up to 2,000 visitors.
During the winter season, Yehé Royal Mountain transforms into a vibrant hub for snow and ice sports. Guests can enjoy alpine skiing, ice skating, snow disc (snow tubing) rides, ice slides, and traditional experiences like horse-drawn and dog-drawn sledges. The dedicated ice and snow rally track also provides an adrenaline-pumping option for motorsport enthusiasts.
4. Summer Activities and Unique Experiences Demonstrating its commitment to year-round operation, the resort seamlessly transitions into a summer leisure park. Activities shift to sightseeing tourism, grass skiing (a summer alternative to skiing), fishing, and outdoor expansion training. A golf practice range is also available, aligning with the resort's philosophy of "dynamic tourism supplemented by sightseeing," combining movement and relaxation, and catering to all seasons.
Beyond the slopes and fields, the resort offers a distinctive cultural experience through its "Happy Farmer Family" eco-tourism zone. Here, visitors can unwind after a day of activities by sitting on a traditional heated kang (bed), enjoying local delicacies and drinks with friends, and savoring a taste of rustic life amidst the natural surroundings.
5. Practical Visitor Information
2.1 Transportation * Driving Directions from Siping City: Start from Siping city center, turn right, then immediately left onto Shifu Road. Turn left onto Nan Yingbin Street, then right onto Central West Road. Bear left onto Central East Road, proceed to a roundabout, and take the second exit onto Development Zone Avenue. Make a U-turn and continue along Development Zone Avenue until you reach the destination on the right side (in Tiedong District). * Driving Directions from Changchun: Take the expressway from Renmin Avenue. Continue straight until a fork for Huinan and Liaoyuan. Take the Huinan direction to Yingchengzi. At the next fork for Changbai Mountain/Tonghua and Dongfeng, head towards Tonghua/Dongfeng. Approximately 8 km further, exit at the Jianguo Toll Station. Turn left after the station, and the resort (near Jinlin Mountain Villa) is about 2 km ahead.
2.2 Contact and Opening Hours * Telephone: 0434-3560678; 0434-6088611 * Suggested Visit Duration: 3 hours or more. * Opening Hours: 08:30 - 16:30 (Last entry at 16:30). This schedule is typically effective from December 1st to February 28th of the following year, Monday through Sunday.