Best trails in Daisen-Oki National Park
Daisen-Oki National Park is comprised of four areas: the mountain range from Mt. Daisen to Mt. Hiruyama, Mt. Kenashi, and Mt. Funakami, the Mt. Mitoku area, the Mt. Sanbe area along the coast of the Shimane Peninsula, and four areas around the Oki Islands. It is characterized by its rich natural scenery. It has also been known as a place where culture and tradition have coexisted with the local nature since ancient times.
The mountainous region has a variety of elements, such as dynamic volcanic topography, rich forests, and vast grasslands, and is an overwhelming experience. Many people are fascinated by the variety of plants and wildlife that have adapted to their respective environments, as well as the majestic mountain scenery created by the unique topography.
The coastline and islands area has a powerful coastal landscape formed by a complex combination of factors such as volcanic activity, tectonic movement, climate change, and erosion, as well as a unique biological environment affected by harsh ocean currents. It's distinctive.
In this area, nature and people's lives have been deeply intertwined since ancient times, and a rich relationship has been maintained. It is also known as the land of the ``Kokubiki Myth''.
Daisen is a special spot for hikers and snow sports enthusiasts. You can enjoy a panoramic view of the Sea of Japan while hiking or skiing. The park is also famous for its various historical sites, especially Izumo Taisha Shrine, which is a must-see. It is a historic shrine known as the god of matchmaking and is home to various myths and historical sites.
Top trails
- (62)•Hard•4.6 mi•Est. 5–5.5 hrMount Daisen Loop (大山ループ) The highest mountain in the Chugoku region, Mount Daisen. This route takes you through one of the largest beech forests in western Japan to the summit of the mountain, which offers you magnificent landscapes overlooking the Sea of Japan. This climbing route commences from the Bakuroza Parking Lot, heads the summit of Mount Daisen. After the summit, start descending towards Daisen Motodani Shelter Hut and then back to the parking lot.
- (1)•Hard•13.2 mi•Est. 8.5–9 hrMount Hiruzen Ridgeline Course (蒜山縦走コース) Mount Hiruzen is known as Hiruzen Sanza (蒜山三座), which represents Hiruzen Kogen (highland), consists of three mountains including Mount Kamihiruzen, Mount Nakahiruzen, and Mount Shimohiruzen. This course goes on the ridgeline of Hiruzen Sanza from Dandan Mura (village). Those are located in Daisen-Oki National Park, and it offers you impressive landscapes of the ridgeline and the surrounding mountains.
- (1)•Moderate•29.9 mi•Est. 9.5–10.5 hrLake Shinji Loop (宍道湖ループ) A circular route leads you around Lake Shinji. Lake Shinji and the adjacent Lake Nakaumi connected to the Japan Sea through the Sakai Channel. Both lakes are brackish but have different salinities and different types of creatures living in the lakes. Lake Shinji and Lake Nakaumi are known to be home to about 200 species of birds, and these lakes are also one of the largest wintering grounds for swans and other waterfowl in western Japan.
- (1)•Hard•9.7 mi•Est. 8.5–9 hrMount Hiruzen - Inubasari Pass (蒜山 - 犬挟峠) Mount Hiruzen is known as Hiruzen Sanza, which represents Hiruzen Kogen (highland), consists of three mountains, including Mount Kamihiruzen, Mount Nakahiruzen, and Mount Shimohiruzen. This route begins from Inubasari Pass to the summit of Mount Kamihiruzen through Mount Nakahiruzen and Mount Shimohiruzen. These are located in Daisen-Oki National Park, and it offers you excellent landscapes of the surrounding mountains from the path and the summit.
- (1)•Moderate•2.4 mi•Est. 1.5–2 hrMount Taihei: Higashinohara Trail (大平山: 東の原 登山道) Heads to Mount Taihei, which is one of the peaks of Mount Sanbe through Higashinohara Trail. Mount Sanbe is known for the multiple peaks surrounded the depression, and from the trail and the top of the mountain, you can enjoy panoramic views of the Sea of Japan, the Chugoku Mountains, and Mount Daisen in Tottori Prefecture.
