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Best trails in Joshin'etsukogen National Park

Best trails in Joshin'etsukogen National Park

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Want to find the best trails in Joshin'etsukogen National Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 57 great trails for hiking and walking and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Ready for your next adventure? Explore one of 2 easy hiking trails in Joshin'etsukogen National Park that are great for the whole family. Looking for elevation? Trails in this park range from 196 to 8,484 feet of elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Joshin'etsukogen National Park.

Top trails

  1. #1 - Jigokudani Yaen-Koen

    4.6(142)
    ·Easy
    ·3.2 mi
    ·Est. 1.5–2 hr
    This trail takes you through a peaceful forest of native Japanese cedar and pine trees. This park was established in 1964 to create a protected space for the native Japanese Macaques. The main highlight is at the world-famous hot spring built specifically for the monkeys. Here you can watch dozens of wild snow monkeys bathing in the steaming hot water, especially when surrounded by snow in the winter. An entrance fee is required to enter the monkey park.

  2. #2 - Kyu Karuizawa - Miharashidai Loop

    4.4(71)
    ·Moderate
    ·4.9 mi
    ·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    This trail connects the resort town of Kyu-Karuizawa to the scenic Miharashidai Lookout. The Miharashidai Lookout offers a panoramic view of the Usui Pass and the surrounding mountains, including the majestic, triple-peaked Mount Asama. The trail is full of history. It passes the Kumano Kōrō Shrine, which famously straddles the border between Nagano and Gunma prefectures, making its main hall technically situated in both. The trail is particularly renowned for its lush, tranquil atmosphere,...

  3. #3 - Mount Tanigawadake - Tenjin Pass

    4.7(54)
    ·Hard
    ·4.4 mi
    This trail begins at the Tenjin Pass, which is reached by the Tanigawadake Ropeway. The path is a climb up a rocky and exposed ridge. The trail is infamous for its iron chains, which you must use to scramble up near-vertical rock faces. The mountain is a stunning high-alpine world, home to rare alpine flowers and the protected rock ptarmigan. The reward for this climb is the 360-degree panoramic view from the famous twin peaks: Tomanomimi ("Tom's Ear") and the true summit, Okinomimi ("Oki's...

  4. #4 - Mount Kurofu - Mount Jakotsu Loop

    4.7(53)
    ·Hard
    ·4.6 mi
    ·Est. 3–3.5 hr
    Mount Kurofu - Mount Jakotsu Loop (黒斑山 - 蛇骨岳ループ) This climb takes you from Kurumazaka Pass to Mount Kurofu and Mount Jakotsuthe, which are part of the outer rim of Mount Asama, one of Japan's most famous active volcanoes in Japan. From the ridgeline of the mountains, you can enjoy excellent views of Mount Asama.

  5. #5 - Shiraito Falls - Ryugaeshi Falls Trekking Course

    4.5(32)
    ·Moderate
    ·7.0 mi
    ·Est. 3.5–4 hr
    This trail features wide, well-maintained paths and gentle dirt and gravel tracks that follow the valley stream. Shiraito Falls is the most famous feature, a unique, multi-strand cascade where water seems to weep directly out of a sheer, curved rock face, feeding the Yugawa River. The path then continues downstream through a forest of native Japanese cedar and beech, following the stream to the Ryūgaeshi Falls, a smaller but equally picturesque cascade. The area is prone to mist and fog in...

  6. #6 - Mount Asama Loop

    4.9(19)
    ·Hard
    ·9.1 mi
    ·Est. 7–7.5 hr
    Mount Asama Loop (浅間山ループ) This course takes you around the outer ring of Mount Asama, one of Japan's most famous active volcanoes in Japan. From the ridgeline from Mount Kurofu to Mount Sennindake, you can enjoy splendid views of Mount Asama.

  7. #7 - Mount Tanigawa: Ichinokurasawa Trekking Course

    4.4(20)
    ·Moderate
    ·4.9 mi
    ·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    Mount Tanigawa: Ichinokurasawa Trekking Course (谷川岳: 一ノ倉沢トレッキングコース) One of the three largest rocky terrains in Japan, Ichinokurasawa is located on the east side of Mount Tanigawa. The remaining snow in Ichinokurasawa, which can be seen in mid-summer, is breathtaking. The course is a circular route from the Tanigawadake Ropeway Doaiguchi Station, and you can enjoy changing sceneries. Even if you are a trekking beginner, you can fully enjoy the Ichinokurasawa, the best part of Mount Tanigawa.

  8. #8 - Takamine Kogen - Mount Kurofu

    4.9(14)
    ·Hard
    ·3.4 mi
    ·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    Takamine Kogen - Mount Kurofu (高峰高原 - 黒斑山) Mount Kurofu is located between Nagano and Gunma prefectures and is known as one of the 100 Famous Mountains of Flowers in Japan. This route begins from Takamine Kogen and heads to the top of Mount Kurofu, which provides you stunning views of Mount Asama and Sakudaira.

  9. #9 - Mount Tanigawa - Mount Ichinokura - Tenjindaira Loop

    4.7(11)
    ·Hard
    ·8.7 mi
    ·Est. 8–8.5 hr
    Mount Tanigawa - Mount Ichinokura - Tenjindaira Loop (谷川岳 - 一ノ倉山 - 天神平ループ) This hike leads to Mount Ichinokura from Doaiguchi via Mount Tanigawa, and then back to the start point through Tenjindaira.

  10. #10 - Yoshigadaira Nature Trail - Mount Shirane Trail

    4.8(14)
    ·Hard
    ·5.2 mi
    ·Est. 3–3.5 hr
    Yoshigadaira Nature Trail - Mount Shirane Trail (芳ヶ平自然遊歩道コース - 白根山コース) Yoshigadaira is located in Joshin’etsukogen National Park where a number of kinds of plants grow naturally. There are also many featured spots on the Yoshigadaira Nature Trail such as Taihei Marsh and Jofuno Falls which is known as a hidden gem in Kusatsu. The starting point of this trail is located near the Kusatsu Tenguyama Nature Center and goes on the Nature Trail and then joins the Mount Shirane Course. This area...
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to hike in Joshin'etsukogen National Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Joshin'etsukogen National Park is Jigokudani Yaen-Koen, which has a 4.6 star rating from 142 reviews. This trail is 3.2 mi long with an elevation gain of 515 ft.

What is the longest trail in Joshin'etsukogen National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Joshin'etsukogen National Park is Mount Shigekura - Mounta Tanigawa - Tenjindaira. This trail is estimated to be 21.9 mi long.

How many trails are in Joshin'etsukogen National Park?

There are 57 trails in Joshin'etsukogen National Park.These trails have an average 4.4-star ratingfrom 512 AllTrails community reviews.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in Joshin'etsukogen National Park?

Mount Shigekura - Mounta Tanigawa - Tenjindaira has the most elevation gain with 8,484 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Mount Tanigawa Bateikei Traverse, which has 8,123 ft of elevation gain.

Are there camping trails available in Joshin'etsukogen National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 36 camping trails in Joshin'etsukogen National Park and the most popular is Shiraito Falls - Ryugaeshi Falls Trekking Course with an average 4.5 star rating from 32 community reviews.

Are there running trails available in Joshin'etsukogen National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 8 running trails in Joshin'etsukogen National Park and the most popular is Kyu Karuizawa - Miharashidai Loop with an average 4.4 star rating from 71 community reviews.