Hiking & Trekking
Finding Inspiration in Every Turn
Hakuba Goryu is the starting point for climbing Mount Goryu, one of Japan’s 100 Famous Mountains (百名山). Along the way, there are various hiking options for all levels as well:
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The Alps-daira Nature Trail, an easy and relaxing 20-minute loop. （アルプス平自然遊歩道）
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The Mikaeri-zaka Trail, a scenic 20-minute hike, perfect panoramic views. （見返り坂）
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The Mt. Kotoomi Trek, a rewarding 90-minute one-way hike. （小遠見山）
All of these trails start from "Alps Daira Station", the summit station of the Goryu gondola. It is the perfect place for hikers of all levels to enjoy connecting with nature through these accessible mountain walks.
Alps-daira Nature Trail
Level: Easy
Time required: 30 minutes
Great for families and first-time hikers, this gentle 30-minute loop offers a lovely introduction to Hakuba’s alpine plant life. Take a relaxing walk around the calm Jizo Pond, and have fun ringing the one-of-a-kind handmade bear bells scattered along the trail!
Mikaerizaka Trail
Level: Slightly challenging
Time required: 20 minutes one way
If you're up for a short challenge, try this 20-minute uphill trail from the Jizo Cairn, climbing 400 steps to reach Mikakaerizaka (1,740m). The name means “look back slope” — and for good reason. The breathtaking views will have you turning around to soak it all in. It feels like a stairway to the sky.
Trek to Kotoomi (2007m)
Level: Moderately challenging
Time required: 1.5-2 hours one way
Up for an adventure? Starting at the Jizo Cairn (1,676m) this is a 90-minute trek
to the summit of Mount Kotoomi. Beyond Mikaeri-zaka, the trail opens up to sweeping views along the Ninosegami Ridge. Many hikers say it feels like walking through the clouds. At the top, reward yourself with a break, some snacks, and coffee—everything tastes better with a 360-degree view of the mountains!
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Climb Mt. Goryu (2,814 m)
Level: Moderately strenuous to strenuous
Time required: 5-6+ hours from Goryu Gondola summit station
There are various routes to get to Mt Goryu. The most straightforward is from the gondola summit station of Hakuba Goryu. From there it is about a 5-hour trek to the mountain hut "Goryu Sanso" (2,490 m), and then another hour to the summit of Mt. Goryu (2,814 m,).
Budget a full-day to get to Mt Goryu—be sure to plan ahead and hike safely.
Goryu Sanso hut is open daily between June 21 - October 14.
Staying at Goryu Sanso?
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Book your overnight or tent stay in advance!
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Arrive by 3:00 p.m. if you have a reservation.
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Most cashless payments are accepted at the shop (no QR codes), but lodging is cash only.
More details on the hut? Check the official Hakubakan website.
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