Mount Ishikari: Hokkaido's Majestic Peak
Discover Hokkaido's natural beauty at Mount Ishikari: panoramic views, diverse trails, and unforgettable seasonal transformations await!
Mount Ishikari, the highest peak in the Ishikari Mountains, offers stunning panoramic views and diverse hiking trails for all skill levels. Renowned for its natural beauty and seasonal transformations, it's a must-visit for nature lovers seeking an unforgettable Hokkaido adventure.
A brief summary to Mount Ishikari
- Mitsumata, Kamishihoro, Mitsumata, Kato District, Hokkaido, JP
Local tips
- Visit during early autumn for stunning fall foliage views.
- Pack layers, as temperatures can vary significantly throughout the day.
- Bring a camera to capture the breathtaking panoramic views from the summit.
- Check local weather conditions before your hike, as visibility can change quickly.
- Be prepared for snow if hiking outside of the mid-June to October timeframe.
Getting There
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Car
To reach Mount Ishikari by car, start from Sapporo and take the Hokkaido Expressway (道央自動車道) towards Asahikawa. After approximately 130 km, exit towards Kamishihoro (上士幌) and continue on Route 273. Follow the signs towards Mount Ishikari. The total travel time is about 2 hours. Be sure to have a GPS or a map to navigate the local roads as they can be less well-marked. Note that the main summer route up these mountains used to be accessed by a forest road from Mitsumata (三股), but this was completely destroyed in the 2016 typhoons. The trailhead for Yuni-ishikari-dake (ユニ石狩岳登山口) is 12 km up the gravel road, west off Route 273 south of Mikuni Pass. There is parking for a few cars. A couple of km further on there is a larger parking area at the foot of the Schneider Course.
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