Sarikamis National Park is located near Sarikamis, 60 km., from Kars in Eastern Turkey, the nearest airport is 50 km. away.
The duration of the skiing sea-son is 120 days a year. The altitude in the skiing area of Sarikamis's 2200 - 2634 m. and covered by pine forest. The most suitable skiing conditions are between 20 December and 20 March. The average snowfall is 1.5 m. in normal winter conditions.
Sarikamis and the surrounding area have suitable conditions for Alpine skiing, ski touring and cross country skiing. This center is equipped with 2 chairlifts and I T bar. Qualified skiing instructors and equipment for hire are available. The center has first aid facilities and medical facilities. The slopes and mechanical equipment are under surveillance of experts. Accommodations can be booked directly.
Sarikamis Ski Center and Holiday Resort is being developed rapidly Four hotels with a total bed capacity of 1040 are under construction and are expected to open in 1999.