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Top Ski Resorts in Korea to Visit in March 2026

Jessie Kang

Skiing is a must-do winter activity in Korea! There are a lot of ski resorts for skiers to go on a ski tour. However, what if you plan to visit Korea in early spring but wonder if there are any ski resorts still open? The answer is YES. We’ve compiled the Korean ski resorts you can enjoy in March!

*Please be aware that ski resorts may close earlier than anticipated depending on weather conditions.

1. Yongpyong Ski Resort

  • Expected Closing Date: March 22nd, 2026

A wide-angle, scenic shot of the Yongpyong Ski Resort in South Korea, featuring a chairlift carrying two skiers high above a snow-covered mountain landscape.

Yongpyong Ski Resort is Korea’s iconic ski resort with a cable car at Balgwangsan Mountain and was also the venue for the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics. It’s a perfect ski resort to stay in overnight and enjoy ski fun to the fullest! You’ll get to stay at Tower Condominium, which has easy access to the slopes, and relaxing Ondol room bedding where you sleep on the heated floor with traditional foldable mattresses. You can easily book a 1-night stay at Yongpyong Ski Resort, lift pass, and equipment rental via Trazy!

Yongpyong Ski Resort at a Glance:

  • Location: Pyeongchang, Gangwon Province
  • Travel Time from Seoul: 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Number of Slopes: 28
  • Number of Lifts: 13 ski lifts & 1 gondola

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2. Vivaldi Park Ski Resort

  • Expected Closing Date: March 2nd, 2026

A panoramic high-angle view of a wide, groomed snowy slope at Vivaldi Park Ski Resort in South Korea under a clear blue sky.

Vivaldi Park Ski Resort, also known as Sono Belle Vivaldi Park, is a comprehensive entertainment resort located in Hongcheon, Gangwon Province, about 1.5 hours from Seoul. It is a popular destination for both locals and tourists, offering a variety of winter activities and amenities. For those not interested in skiing or snowboarding, Snowy Land offers a snow theme park with various activities, including sledding slopes for different age groups. A dedicated gondola provides access to Snowy Land!

Vivaldi Park Ski Resort at a Glance:

  • Location: Hongcheon, Gangwon Province
  • Travel Time from Seoul: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Number of Slopes: 12
  • Number of Lifts: 10 (including gondola)

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3. Phoenix Park Ski Resort

  • Expected Closing Date: March 8th, 2026

An aerial, wide-angle shot of the summit at Phoenix Park Ski Resort (Pyeongchang, South Korea) on a bright, clear day.

Phoenix Park Ski Resort is a world-famous resort and was used as one of the venues of the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics and Paralympics. It offers high-quality snow and 21 slopes in total. For freestyle skiers and snowboarders, don’t miss out on six official slopes the Olympic-standard half-pipe at the extreme park! Also, it is highly recommended to enjoy the comfy stay and the facilities here!

Phoenix Park Ski Resort at a Glance:

  • Location: Pyeongchang, Gangwon Province
  • Travel Time from Seoul: 3~3.5 hours
  • Number of Slopes: 21
  • Number of Lifts: 8 lifts & 6 sun-kid lifts & 1 gondola

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4. Elysian Gangchon Ski Resort

  • Expected Closing Date: March 8th, 2026

A medium-angle shot looking down a snowy ski slope at Elysian Gangchon Ski Resort in South Korea, with two skiers in the foreground.

Elysian Gangchon Ski Resort is a beginner-friendly ski resort, having 8 slopes for entry-level and intermediate skiers among 10 slopes. It’s only about 1.5 hours away from Seoul and it has a relatively short waiting time for the lifts since it has 6 lifts for 10 slopes. If you don’t want to ski, you can still have fun by snow sledding or enjoying the beautiful winter scenery at the ski resort!

Elysian Gangchon Ski Resort at a Glance:

  • Location: Chuncheon, Gangwon Province
  • Travel Time from Seoul: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Number of Slopes: 10
  • Number of Lifts: 6

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5. High1 Ski Resort

  • Expected Closing Date: March 15th, 2026

A panoramic winter scene of High1 Ski Resort in Jeongseon, Gangwon-do.

High1 Ski Resort in Jeongseon, Gangwon-do is one of Korea’s largest ski areas, with long runs spanning multiple peaks and slopes suitable for beginners through experts. It’s also known for relatively good snow quality, accessible facilities, on-site hotels and a casino, making it popular for full ski holidays rather than day trips.

High1 Ski Resort at a Glance:

  • Location: Jeongseon, Gangwon Province
  • Travel Time from Seoul: 3 hours 50 minutes ~ 4 hours
  • Number of Slopes: 20
  • Number of Lifts: 6 ski lifts & 7 gondolas

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6. Alpensia Ski Resort

  • Expected Closing Date: March 2nd, 2026

A panoramic winter view of Alpensia Ski Resort in South Korea, featuring a charming, boutique-style pedestrian village with stone-faced buildings and steeply sloped roofs.

Alpensia Ski Resort in Pyeongchang, Gangwon-do is a compact, beginner-friendly ski area with six slopes, three lifts, and runs up to about 1.4 km, making it ideal for first-timers and families. It is also famous as a key venue of the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics and operates as a year-round alpine resort with a wildflower garden, golf course, and indoor water park in the warmer months.

Alpensia Ski Resort at a Glance:

  • Location: Pyeongchang, Gangwon Province
  • Travel Time from Seoul: 3 hours
  • Number of Slopes: 6
  • Number of Lifts: 3

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More Things You Shouldn’t Miss Out On in Korea’s March

1) Check out Eobi Ice Valley tours available in March!

A medium-angle shot of a massive, frozen blue ice wall at Eobi Ice Valley in South Korea.

Eobi Ice Valley is a lesser-known winter attraction in Gapyeong and is popular for its magical frozen waterfall. If you are interested in ice-related activities in Korea, this destination offers a range of experiences for visitors to enjoy the beauty of winter and participate in exciting winter sports and activities.

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2) The Garden of Morning Calm Light Festival is only until March 15th!

A high-angle, scenic shot of the Garden of Morning Calm in South Korea during a winter evening festival.

The Garden of Morning Calm Light Festival, also known simply as the Lighting Festival, is an annual winter event held at the Garden of Morning Calm, located in Gapyeong, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea. The festival is renowned for its mesmerizing displays of lights and artistic installations, which transform the garden into a magical wonderland during the winter season.

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3) Book Korea Spring Special Tours in March!

In South Korea, March marks the transition from winter to spring, and it’s a time when various spring festivals and events take place across the country to celebrate the arrival of warmer weather and blooming flowers. Here are some notable spring festivals in Korea that typically occur in March:

a. Gwangyang Maehwa (Plum Blossom) Festival

A scenic, wide-angle view of the Gwangyang Maehwa Village in South Korea during the spring plum blossom season.

The Gwangyang Maehwa Festival, also known as the Gwangyang Plum Blossom Festival, is an annual event held in Gwangyang, a city located in Jeollanam-do province, South Korea. This festival celebrates the blooming of plum blossoms, known as maehwa in Korean, which blanket the city with their delicate pink and white flowers.

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b. Jinhae Gunhangje Cherry Blossom Festival

A scenic, eye-level shot of the iconic Gyeonghwa Station in Jinhae, South Korea, during the peak of the cherry blossom season.

The Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival, also known as the Jinhae Gunhangje Festival, is one of South Korea’s largest and most renowned cherry blossom festivals. It is held annually in Jinhae-gu, a district in Changwon City, South Korea. The festival celebrates the stunning blooming of cherry blossoms, attracting millions of visitors from around the world.

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c. Jeju Island

A vibrant, wide-angle shot of a blooming Canola flower field on Jeju Island, South Korea, during early spring.

Spring in Jeju Island is a magical time when the island bursts into life with vibrant colors, pleasant weather, and various seasonal attractions. Spring marks the blooming of various flowers across Jeju Island, including cherry blossoms, canola flowers (yuchae), azaleas, camellias, and more. The island transforms into a picturesque landscape with colorful flowers blanketing the fields, mountainsides, and coastal areas.

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Check out more spring special tours in Korea here!

Above are the ski resorts in Korea you can go to in March. Pick one you prefer and enjoy the fun of skiing! For more fun and trendy things to do in Korea, don’t forget to check out Trazy.com, Korea’s #1 Travel Shop.

[Photo Credits]
Phoenix Park Ski Resort Facebook Page
Yongpyong Ski Resort Official Site
Elysian Gangchon Ski Resort Official Site

17 thoughts on “Top Ski Resorts in Korea to Visit in March 2026”

  1. Hi, I’ve seen your article on Ski Resorts we can go to in Mar 2022. Do you have an updated list as I am planning a ski trip for Mar 2023 – however we can only arrive there on 18-19th Mar.

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      1. Hi, have you got the weather forecast for winter 2022 as we are still hoping to do ski-ing activities in Korea during/around 18-25 Mar 2023. Would Phoenix Park and/or HighPark1 would still be opened? And appreciate your advice on their last operational date for the winter season, thanks.

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        1. Hello, we will update the opening dates of the ski resorts as soon as the ski resorts announce their opening dates. However, we don’t know about the last operational dates yet.

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    1. Hello, we don’t have any update for March yet. We will update the schedule as soon as we receive information. Thank you!

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