Best trails in Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park
Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park is dotted with a vast array of hiking trails that lead from deep valleys to beautiful waterfalls, over steep ridges and up to rocky mountains. The hiking trails are popular with everyone from beginners to advanced hikers. The park is adjacent to the Okuchichibu mountain range, which spans four prefectures, and you can visit the unique mountains that lie within the park, such as Mt. Kobushigatake, Mt. Kitadake Okuzumijo, and Mt. Kinpu. There are also hiking and trekking routes with spectacular views of Mt. Fuji in the distance, so be sure to check them out.
The west side of the national park is also home to the stunning Nishizawa Valley and Ontake Shosenkyo Gorge, where visitors can enjoy the beauty and unique tranquility of the valleys set amidst lush forests.
Top trails
- (265)•Moderate•5.0 mi•Est. 2.5–3 hrOkutama Station - Hatonosu Gorge - Kori Station (奥多摩駅 - 鳩ノ巣渓谷 - 古里駅) Trek through the gorgeous Hatonosu Gorge from JR Kori Station to Okutama Station. Hatonosu Gorge is said to be the most scenic spot along the Tama River, with clear water flowing between huge and uniquely shaped rocks. Kori Station (古里駅) is also along the route if you want to make the length shorter.
- (146)•Hard•7.4 mi•Est. 5.5–6 hrOkutama Station - Mount Odake - Mount Mitake (奥多摩駅 - 大岳山 - 御岳山) This climbing course heads to Okutama Station from Mitakesan Station of the Mitake Tozan Railway via Mount Mitake, Mount Odake, and Mount Nokogiri. Mount Mitake is known as a sacred mountain of the Musashi area and Musashi Mitake Shrine at the summit is also famous. Some chain and ladder sections are on the route from Mount Odake towards Okutama Station. From Mount Mitake and several other points along the route, you can see...
- (66)•Easy•1.3 mi•Est. 0.5–1 hrHatonosu Gorge - Shiromaru (鳩ノ巣渓谷 - 白丸) A short trail takes you through the gorgeous Hatonosu Gorge from Hatonosu Station to Shiromaru Station of the East Japan Railway. The gorge is known for its stunning natural sceneries created by uniquely shaped rocks and colorful leaves in autumn. There are also various trails, inns, campsites, and waterfalls in the surrounding area.
- (108)•Hard•5.7 mi•Est. 4–4.5 hrMount Takamizu-Sanzan Trail (高水三山コース) This route guides you through Mount Takamizu (also known as Takamizuyama / 高水山), Mount Iwatake-ishiyama (岩茸石山), and Mount Sogaku (惣岳山) , known as the Takamizu-Sanzan (Three Takamizu Mountains). You can enjoy a mixture of rocky sections, a stream on the trail, and great views of Okutama's mountains through this trail.
- (86)•Moderate•5.8 mi•Est. 3–3.5 hrOkutama Historical Road (奥多摩むかし道) Follow Okutama Historical Road, which is called Okutama Mukashi-michi in Japanese, and once was Old Ome road (Ome Kaidou). It commences from JR Okutama Station to Lake Okutama through the beautiful valley with clear streams. On the route, you will walk through various features, such as suspension bridges, waterfalls, and historic stone statues.
- (57)•Hard•6.0 mi•Est. 4.5–5 hrMount Mitake Trekking Course (御岳山トレッキングコース) This trekking tour leads you to various sights on Mount Mitake, such as Musashi Mitake Shrine, Tenguiwa Rock, Rock Garden, and Ayahiro-no-Taki Falls from Takimoto Station of Mitake Tozan Railway. Mount Mitake is a part of the Okutama Mountains and is known as a sacred mountain that has protected the Musashi area from ancient times. It is popular for sightseeing and hiking, and from the top of the mountain, you can enjoy panoramic views of the...
- (50)•Hard•9.5 mi•Est. 6–6.5 hrMitake Station-Mt. Mitake Mt. Mitake is a mountain of worship that has been worshiped as a sacred mountain since ancient times. This area is a famous hiking spot in the Kanto region, and many climbers come to enjoy the beautiful views from each mountain and the encounter with the wildlife of the area. You can enjoy forest bathing while looking at the beautiful scenery, and it is also popular as a walking course for families and dogs. It is widely known as a mountain where you can easily...
- (82)•Hard•14.8 mi•Est. 10–10.5 hrMount Kumotori (雲取山) One of the representative mountains of Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park and has been selected as one of Japan's 100 Famous Mountains. It is also the highest and westernmost mountain in Tokyo. An incredible hike in the Tokyo area, and it is a 2 days backpacking trip from the trailhead in Kamosawa, heads to the summit of the mountain. From the summit and the trail, the magnificent views of the Tanzawa mountains and Mt. Fuji in the distance can be seen.
- (49)•Moderate•3.2 mi•Est. 1.5–2 hrShiromaru Station - Hatonosu Gorge - Kori Station (白丸駅 - 鳩ノ巣渓谷 - 古里駅) A trekking route runs through the impressive Hatonosu Gorge from JR Kori Station to Shiromaru Station. Hatonosu Gorge is said to be the most scenic spot along the Tama River, with clear water flowing between huge and uniquely shaped rocks.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park is Okutama Station - Hatonosu Gorge - Kori Station, which has a 4.6 star rating from 265 reviews. This trail is 5.0 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,036 ft.
What is the longest trail in Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park is Ushihama Station - Odake Limestone Caves. This trail is estimated to be 28.7 mi long.
How many trails are in Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park?
There are 170 trails in Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park. These trails have an average 4.4-star rating from 2,238 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park?
If you're looking for elevation gain, Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park has you covered. Okutama Three Mountains Trail Running Route boasts the most elevation gain with 8,156 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Mount Kobushigatake - Karisaka Touge Pass Loop, which will get you 6,328 ft of elevation gain.
Are there camping trails available in Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 71 camping trails in Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park and the most popular is Hatonosu Gorge - Shiromaru with an average 4.5 star rating from 66 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 38 running trails in Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park and the most popular is Okutama Station - Hatonosu Gorge - Kori Station with an average 4.6 star rating from 265 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 3 biking trails in Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park and the most popular is Lake Okutama - Hatonosu Station Cycling Route with an average 5.0 star rating from 3 community reviews.
