Peak Elevation
1,670 m
5,479 ft
Vertical Drop
435 m
1,427 ft
Skiable Area
49 ha
120 ac
Avg Snowfall
1499 cm
590 in
Lifts
3
Gassan Weather Forecast
About
Gassan sits at about 1,600 meters in the Yamagata Prefecture mountains of northern Japan and runs an unusual spring-to-summer season. Buried by some of the country's deepest snow, it stays shut in midwinter and opens in April, with lifts often running into July. A single double chairlift and repositioned T-bars serve open, treeless slopes suited to strong skiers.
Terrain
Difficulty Breakdown
Local symbols shown first, North American second
Lifts & Conditions
Amenities
Operated by Gassan Kanko Kaihatsu Co., Ltd.
Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the resort directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lifts does Gassan have?
Gassan has 3 ski lifts.
What is the vertical drop at Gassan?
Gassan has a vertical drop of 1,427 feet (435 meters).
What is the peak elevation of Gassan?
The summit of Gassan sits at 5,479 feet (1,670 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does Gassan have?
Gassan has 4 marked trails, totaling roughly 6.21 miles of skiing.
How big is the skiable terrain at Gassan?
Gassan covers 120 acres (49 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does Gassan offer night skiing?
No, Gassan does not offer night skiing.
Does Gassan have snowmaking?
No, Gassan relies on natural snowfall and does not operate snowmaking equipment.
How much snow does Gassan get each year?
Gassan averages around 590 inches (1499 cm) of snowfall per season.