Yuzawa Park snow report
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Yuzawa Park
Yuzawa Park ski resort in Japan offers a variety of trails for all levels of skiers, with the most popular being the intermediate level courses. For beginners, the gentle slopes of the Kogen Course are a great option. A lesser-known fact is that Yuzawa Park served as a training ground for Japan's national ski team in the 1960s. After a day on the slopes, head to the Kanpai Bar for some aprés-ski drinks and local Japanese cuisine.
Terrain mix: Yuzawa Park Ski Resort is located in the Yuzawa region of Niigata Prefecture, Japan. The ski resort is surrounded by several mountain ranges, including:
1. Tanigawa Range: The Tanigawa Range is a prominent mountain range in the region, known for its rugged terrain and steep slopes. The range provides a stunning backdrop to the ski resort.
2. Echigo Mountains: The Echigo Mountains are another mountain range that surrounds Yuzawa Park Ski Resort. These mountains are known for their deep snow and challenging terrain, making them popular among advanced skiers and snowboarders.
3. Hakkaisan: Hakkaisan is a volcanic mountain located near the ski resort. The mountain is known for its pristine snow conditions and is a popular destination for backcountry skiing and snowboarding.
In addition to these mountain ranges, Yuzawa Park Ski Resort also offers a variety of mountain aspects, including:
1. Varied terrain: The ski resort offers a variety of terrain for skiers and snowboarders of all levels, from gentle beginner slopes to challenging black diamond runs.
2. Snow conditions: Yuzawa Park Ski Resort is known for its abundant snowfall, with an average annual snowfall of over 10 meters. The resort's high elevation and cold temperatures help to maintain excellent snow conditions throughout the season.
3. Scenic views: The surrounding mountain ranges provide stunning views from the ski resort, making it a picturesque destination for winter sports enthusiasts.
Overall, the combination of mountain ranges and mountain aspects at Yuzawa Park Ski Resort makes it a popular destination for skiing and snowboarding in Japan.
Plan your day down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the snow column the morning of a storm to know when to call in sick.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & snow
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- start of next storm cycle, end of last one.
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Yuzawa Park -- worth knowing whether you're in for a day, a long weekend, or a season pass.
Mountain & avalanche safety
- Know before you go
- Check today's avalanche bulletin from the regional avalanche center before any off-piste / side-country / backcountry travel. Conditions can shift dramatically between morning and afternoon on storm days.
- Carry the gear, know how to use it
- Beacon, shovel, probe. Practice companion rescue on a calm day, not during a real burial.
- Mind the weather window
- Heavy snow + wind builds wind slabs at ridgelines. The day after a storm is often the riskiest in the backcountry, even if the resort itself is open.
- Respect closed terrain
- Ropes are there for a reason. Even in-bounds, ducking a closure can trigger a slide that catches you and others below.
Track Yuzawa Park in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Yuzawa Park reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Yuzawa Park
Where does the snow data for Yuzawa Park come from?
Snowpack, SWE, 24-hour snowfall, and air temperature come from the nearest USDA NRCS SNOTEL station. Forecast comes from the National Weather Service / yr.no feed that Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the snow report updated?
Snowpack and SNOTEL data are updated continuously by NRCS (typically hourly). The 15-day weather forecast is refreshed throughout the day. Snoflo caches and renders the most recent observation -- look for the "as of" timestamp on the snowpack hero.
What's the elevation at Yuzawa Park?
See the Resort Metrics panel above for base / summit / vertical drop. The summit elevation drives snowpack accumulation -- higher summits hold snow longer through spring.
How is "% of normal" calculated?
Today's snowpack is compared to the average snowpack on this calendar day across every recorded year at the nearest SNOTEL. 100% means right on average; 130% is a big year; 60% is thin.
What ski resorts are near Yuzawa Park?
See the Other Ski Areas pill grid at the bottom of the page for resorts within driving distance. The sister Other Ski Areas card in the Plan-a-longer-trip grid above shows the closest few.
Can I get alerts when fresh snow hits?
Yes -- snow alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this resort, set a snowfall threshold (e.g. "alert me when 6+ inches"), and you'll get a push the moment the SNOTEL crosses.
Other resorts near here
Snoflo-tracked ski areas within driving distance of Yuzawa Park.