Toriage Mountain
Located on the border of Ishikawa Prefecture, it is renowned as a mountain where skunk cabbages bloom profusely in early spring.
The hiking trails feature few steep sections, making for a relatively easy climb.
Alpine plants not found in urban areas and the breathtaking panoramic views of the Hakusan mountain range await.
Elevation: 1,307m
【Best Time to See Skunk Cabbage】
The best time to see them is from mid to late May.
The fleeting nature of this limited-time bloom further enhances the charm of these beautiful white flowers.
[Impressive Waterfall]
You can descend to the base of the 30-meter waterfall.
Colorful autumn foliage can be seen, with mid-October being the peak viewing period.
【Vehicle Height Clearance】
9m (may hit branches or foliage)
【Restroom】
Restrooms are available at the Toritsukiyama Mountain Shelter.
As it may be crowded, please use the public restroom along National Route 157.
【Mountaineering During Snow Season】
The entire mountain area is covered in snow from late November to early May.
Particularly from early December to late April, snow accumulation is heavy. Sufficient technical skill, physical fitness, and experience are required. Please climb with equipment suitable for this season.
Do not attempt climbing lightly.
Until around mid-May, residual snow remains around the Otaki Falls area. This is extremely dangerous.
The area around Otaki Falls consists of rocky terrain. Proceed with extreme caution.
Information
- Telephone Number
- 【Inquiries】Katsuyama City Hall, Commerce, Industry, and Culture Division: 0779-88-8117 【Forest Road Information】Katsuyama City Hall, Agriculture and Forestry Division: 0779-88-8121
- Address
- 福井県勝山市
- Opening Hours
- Tori-tateyama Forest Road Late April to November (when snow is present) *In 2022, the forest road opened on April 29.
- Prices
- Toll: Passenger vehicles: ¥500 per vehicle; Large vehicles: ¥4,000
- Getting There
- From Nagayama Intersection in Katsuyama City, drive approximately 13 km (17 minutes) along National Route 157 toward Shiramine. The entrance to Higashiyama Ikoi no Mori is on the right. The trailhead is the parking lot at the end of the forest road, a 10-minute drive from Higashiyama Ikoi no Mori.
- Car Park: Available Spots
- 80s
- Parking Space for Large Buses
- Minibuses and medium-sized buses only (Large buses prohibited)
