Alpensia Resort
The hub of the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics, with the iconic ski jump tower, polished resort hotels, and beginner-friendly slopes.
Key Stats
Vertical Drop
401m (1,316ft)
The height difference between the top and bottom of the mountain
Summit Elevation
1,100m (3,609ft)
How high the highest lift or peak reaches
Base Elevation
700m (2,297ft)
Height of the main base village — higher means cooler, drier snow
Annual Snowfall
250cm (98in)
Average annual natural snowfall — higher is better for powder days
Trails
6
Total number of marked runs on the trail map
Lifts
6
Total number of lifts including chairlifts, gondolas, and t-bars
Skiable Area
30ha (74ac)
Total groomed and patrolled skiable terrain
Terrain Breakdown
The percentage of marked trails in each difficulty level. A higher beginner percentage means more terrain suitable for novices and families; a higher advanced percentage means more challenge for experts.
Beginner
40%
Intermediate
40%
Advanced
20%
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Location
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