Mount Fuji Hiking Trail

Can you make it to the top?

By Anonymous

Community writer

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Many people hike up Mount Fuji each year. (Photo: Richard Cormick)

Looking up at the various huts on Mount Fuji (Photo: Richard Cormick)

People taking a rest at hut 7 (Photo: Richard Cormick)

The highest hut on Mount Fuji, Hut 8.5. (Photo: Richard Cormick)

Looking down at the long winding path. (Photo: Richard Cormick)

The steep and rocky part near the top. (Photo: Richard Cormick)

Notice

The Mount Fuji trails officially open from July 1st (Yoshida Trail) and July 10th (others) and remain open until September 10th. Check the official site for the latest climbing status and any weather advisories. Read our Mount Fuji guide to learn about the changes to hiking Mount Fuji since the summer of 2024.

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The hiking trail up Mount Fuji is only open for a short few months each year. The trail is very busy for most if not all of the season. The trail, which winds its way up the mountain, is gravel and at steady grade, though it gets rocky and steep towards the top half.

The walk is difficult due to the altitude, I advise you to read about altitude sickness before you leave and be prepared.

You can buy drinks, food and even beer at most of the huts. However, expect the prices to be as steep as the mountain.

The view from the top is fantastic on a clear day if you are lucky enough to get no fog.