Mt. Asahi Beginning at Sugatami-daira (Round Trip)

Follow the stone-paved path from the ropeway's Sugatami Station. In approximately 20 minutes you'll arrive at Sugatami-no-ike Pond. The main mountain trail starts once you pass the stone Asahidake-ishimuro stone hut, ascending a slope of reddish rocky section along a blown-out crater.

This intense environment is already above the tree line. It has little vegetation and is exposed to strong winds, so you need to take care with the weather. Once you pass a couple of large rock formations called Nisekinko-iwa Rock and Kinko-iwa Rock, the trail will bring you to the summit. As you approach, layers of igneous rock show evidence of multiple eruptions and ancient lava flows. When the weather is fine the summit has a sweeping view of the mountains of the Daisetsuzan range.

To return, retrace your steps to Sugatami-no-ike Pond and head for the Fourth observation point. Pass the Third observation point while taking in the beautiful view of Meoto-ike Pond and you'll arrive at Sugatami Station for the ropeway.