Beidahu Ski Resort, about fifty kilometres east of Jilin City, is the most developed ski destination in Jilin Province and one of the better resorts in northeast China. The resort hosted the 6th Asian Winter Games and has modern infrastructure: chairlifts, snowmaking, groomed runs of varying difficulty, ski rental, and accommodation. The season runs from late November through March, with natural snow supplemented by snowmaking.
The terrain has genuine variety — beginner slopes, intermediate cruising runs, and steeper sections for experienced skiers. The vertical drop and the length of the main runs are respectable by Chinese standards. The resort is close enough to Jilin City to be reached as a day trip but has on-site accommodation for those who prefer to stay.
Access is by bus or taxi from Jilin City, or by organised transfers from the city's hotels. The resort is significantly busier on weekends and during school holidays — weekday visits give more space on the mountain.