Mt. Karamatus-Dake, One-Day Hike, Northern Alps, Nagano

Join us for an autumn adventure to Mt. Karamatsu-dake (2,964m) in the Northern Alps! The climb along the Happo Ridge offers sweeping views of the Hakuba Range and a rewarding summit experience—made even more stunning by the fall colors.

Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025
Meeting Point: Happo Station Ticket Counter at 7:30 AM

Route (Happo O’ne):
Happo Station → Gondola Adam → Alpen Quad → Grat Quad → Happo Ike Hut → Karamatsu Sanso Hut → Mt. Karamatsu-dake → return the same way → Happo Station
⏱ Estimated time: ~6 hours

Difficulty:

• Endurance: ★★★★☆ (High)
• Technical: ★★★☆☆ (Moderate)

What to Bring (Fall Checklist):

• Comfortable hiking boots
• Weather-appropriate layers (warm jacket, gloves, hat)
• Rain gear
• Trekking poles (recommended)
• Plenty of water & snacks
• Sun protection (sunglasses, sunscreen)

Parking & Lift Tickets:

• Check the official Hakuba Happo-One site for parking info.
• Expect crowds—arrive early!
• Buy lift tickets in advance on the Happo-One Webshop.

Carpooling: Need a ride? Let us know—we may be able to arrange pickup. Let’s enjoy the crisp autumn air and stunning alpine scenery together!