SHIKOTSU-KO LAKE

The lake is surrounded by several volcanic peaks. In the north, Mount Ewina-Dake culminates at 1320 m. To begin the ascent, it is necessary to go to Poropinai, near the stop of Tozan-guchi (entrance of the ascent). It is necessary to walk a little (4 h) to find the real beginning of the paths. The view on the mountains and the lakes is sublime. For the return trip, a bus leaves from the Tozan-guchi stop directly to Sapporo. Mount Tarumae-zan is located in the south. If it is less high than the others (1040 m), it offers nevertheless splendid panoramas on the volcanoes.