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Best trails in Tanzawa-Oyama Quasi-National Park

Best trails in Tanzawa-Oyama Quasi-National Park

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Tanzawa-Oyama Quasi-National Park is known for its many scenic spots, abundant nature, and magnificent mountain views, and is managed by the prefecture. Tanzawa-Oyama Quasi-National Park is home to a variety of famous sites and hiking trails, including Hayato Falls (one of Japan's 100 Best Waterfalls), the Tanzawa Mountains, and Miyagase Dam.

The park is beautiful all year round, but in autumn the park is covered in red and yellow leaves. The colorful leaves covering the mountain paths will make you feel like you're in a fairy tale. You can also take the Oyama Cable Car to Mt. Oyama. Be sure to stop by Oyama Temple and Oyama Afuri Shrine to learn more about the history and stunning scenery of Tanzawa-Oyama Quasi-National Park.

Top trails

  1. #1 - Mount Oyama Loop

    4.6 (280)·Hard·5.4 mi·Est. 0h 0m
    This trail is a pilgrimage to the summit of Mount Oyama. The hike is a journey through a cool, shady forest of giant Japanese cedar trees. The first main stop is the impressive Oyama-dera Temple, a historic Buddhist temple. From there, the trail continues its steep ascent to the final destination, the Oyama Afuri Shrine near the summit. On a clear day, hikers can see all the way to the ocean, Enoshima Island, and the iconic Mount Fuji.

  2. #2 - Mount Tonodake - Okura

    4.6 (176)·Hard·8.6 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hr
    Mount Tonodake - Okura (搭ノ岳 - 大倉) Okura is a famous mountaineering base for mountain climbing in the Tanzawa area. The hiking trail to Mount Tonodake (also known as Mount Tō / 搭 ノ 岳) is also popular. The trail follows the ridgeline. Also, there are stairs and rest areas where you can buy food/drinks. You can enjoy magnificent views of Mount Fuji and the surrounding mountains from the summit.

  3. #3 - Oyama Cable Station - Mount Oyama

    4.5 (91)·Hard·4.7 mi·Est. 0h 0m
    Oyama Cable Station - Mount Oyama (c) This hiking tour heads to Mount Oyama via a lot of stairs and Oyama-Afuri Jinja with a long history. The mountain is known as one of the most sacred mountains in the Kanto region and for gorgeous views of the Omote-one Ridge, the Kanto Plain, and the Shonan Sea from the trail and the summit.

  4. #4 - Miharashidai - Mount Oyama - Afuri Jinja Station Loop

    4.7 (42)·Hard·3.4 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr
    Miharashidai - Mount Oyama - Afuri Jinja Station Loop (見晴台 - 大山 - 阿夫利神社駅ループ) A loop hike travels to the observation point Miharida via Mount Oyama, known for its spectacular views of the Kanto Plain and the Shonan sea.

  5. #5 - Mount Tanzawa - Mount Tonodake - Okura

    4.6 (52)·Hard·11.9 mi·Est. 9.5–10 hr
    This path is characterized by steep wooden steps and stairs. The terrain varies from deep beech forest and thick bamboo grass near the lower ridges to exposed, rocky sections with fixed chains and ladders. Mount Tonodake's summit, with the Sonbutsu Sanso mountain hut, is renowned for providing one of the best views of Mount Fuji. Hikers frequently pass a series of mountain huts and rest houses along the way.

  6. #6 - Oyama Cable Bus Stop - Oyama-Afuri Jinja Shrine (Shimosha)

    4.7 (44)·Moderate·2.1 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Oyama Cable Bus Stop - Oyama-Afuri Jinja Shrine (Shimosha) (大山ケーブルバス停 - 阿夫利神社 (下社)) A walk from Oyama Cable Bus Stop head to historical Oyama- Afuri Jinja Shrine (Shimosha). On this route, you will walk up Onna-zaka Trail with many stairs on the way to the shrine, and descends via Otoko-zaka trail downhill.

  7. #7 - Koboyama Park - Mount Azuma Course

    4.6 (55)·Moderate·4.5 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    Koboyama Park・Mount Azuma Course (弘法山公園・吾妻山コース) A nice hiking course leads you from Hadano Station on the Odakyu Line to Tsurumaki Onsen. It passes through Koboyama Park, a famous cherry blossom viewing spot, and continues along a lushly wooded path, passing by Mount Azuma before descending to Tsurumaki Onsen. After enjoying the wonderful views of Hadano and Mt. Fuji from the trail, you can take a refreshing dip in the hot springs.

  8. #8 - Yabitsu Pass - Mount Tonodake - Okura

    4.6 (51)·Hard·9.1 mi·Est. 0h 0m
    Yabitsu Pass - Mount Tonodake - Okura (ヤビツ峠 - 塔ノ岳 - 大倉) A traverse journey leads you through the Omote-one Ridge to Yabitsu Pass via from Okura. On this route, you will start walking on the ridge from Mount Tonodake, which offers superb views of Mt. Fuji.

  9. #9 - Mount Nabewari Loop

    4.8 (47)·Hard·11.4 mi·Est. 8–9 hr
    The mountain is most famously known for the mountain hut at its summit, Nabeyaki Sanso. The path is a climb through a cool, dense forest of native Japanese beech and Japanese cedar trees, transitioning into rocky single tracks near the summit. The summit provides panoramic views of the surrounding Tanzawa peaks and the distant, majestic Mount Fuji.

  10. #10 - Mount Bukkasan - Aikawa Fureaino Mura Loop

    4.6 (29)·Hard·3.9 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr
    Mount Bukkasan - Aikawa Fureaino Mura Loop (仏果山 - 愛川ふれあいの村ループ) This loop route takes you to Mount Bukkasan from the parking lot at Aikawa Fureaino Mura and returns to the start point via Mount Takatori.
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to hike in Tanzawa-Oyama Quasi-National Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Tanzawa-Oyama Quasi-National Park is Mount Oyama Loop, which has a 4.6 star rating from 280 reviews. This trail is 5.4 mi long with an elevation gain of 3,083 ft.

What is the longest trail in Tanzawa-Oyama Quasi-National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Tanzawa-Oyama Quasi-National Park is Fudakake - Lake Miyagase - Nanasawa. This trail is estimated to be 31.0 mi long.

How many trails are in Tanzawa-Oyama Quasi-National Park?

There are 121 trails in Tanzawa-Oyama Quasi-National Park.These trails have an average 4.4-star ratingfrom NaN AllTrails community reviews.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in Tanzawa-Oyama Quasi-National Park?

Doshimura Trail Race Course has the most elevation gain with 9,399 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Mount Hirugatake - Mount Tanzawa - Mount Sannoto, which has 7,975 ft of elevation gain.

Are there camping trails available in Tanzawa-Oyama Quasi-National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 78 camping trails in Tanzawa-Oyama Quasi-National Park and the most popular is Mount Oyama Loop with an average 4.6 star rating from 280 community reviews.

Are there running trails available in Tanzawa-Oyama Quasi-National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 39 running trails in Tanzawa-Oyama Quasi-National Park and the most popular is Miharashidai - Mount Oyama - Afuri Jinja Station Loop with an average 4.7 star rating from 42 community reviews.

Are there biking trails available in Tanzawa-Oyama Quasi-National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 2 biking trails in Tanzawa-Oyama Quasi-National Park and the most popular is Minoge Bus Stop - Yabitsu Pass with an average 3.0 star rating from 2 community reviews.