Notice of "Lake Shikotsu Rules" to all visitors of Lake Shikotsu

The Lake Shikotsu National Park Management Council (Incorporated Association) has worked with local residents and related organizations to establish the "Lake Shikotsu Rules," local rules to ensure proper use of Lake Shikotsu. We ask that all visitors to Lake Shikotsu abide by the "Lake Shikotsu Rules" and cooperate with us to ensure that they can enjoy the great outdoors of Lake Shikotsu safely and enjoyably.

Announcements from the Visitor Center

●About Parking Lot No. 5

Starting May 1, 2024, the Lake Shikotsu No. 5 Parking Lot and Chitose River waterfront environmental conservation contributions will begin to be collected.

・Lake Shikotsu No. 5 Parking Lot Parking Fee: 1,000 yen per vehicle per visit
・Waterfront Environmental Conservation Contribution: 500 yen per person (middle 　　school students and older)

The Lake Shikotsu National Park Management Council is a general incorporated association. 　　　
　　　

For more information, please visit the council's website below.

　　　　Lake Shikotsu National Park Management Council (General Incorporated 　　Association) Website

● For those who enjoy mountain climbing

The Japan Meteorological Agency provides volcano information for hikers.
In the Lake Shikotsu area, there is volcano information for Mount Tarumae and Mount Eniwa, so be sure to check it out.

● Road closure information (around Lake Shikotsu)

For the latest road information, please see Hokkaido Regional Road Information (Hokkaido Regional Development Bureau) .

● Lake Shikotsu Hot Springs Walking Map is now complete

The map can be downloaded here (PDF).

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Multipurpose Room Exhibition Information


Ministry of the Environment
Active Ranger Photo Exhibition



〜Behind the Scenes of Northern Nature〜
2025-2026


We work in Hokkaido's most representative natural sites, such as national parks and wildlife sanctuaries.
During our surveys and patrols, we encounter breathtakingly beautiful natural landscapes and adorable,
struggling wild animals and plants.
We have captured these special moments with our love for nature.
In addition to the photographs, the exhibition will also introduce the work of Active Rangers.


　Event period：August 9th (Sat) to August 31st (Sun)　

- Guide to using the multipurpose room -

Would you like to exhibit your work at the Lake Shikotsu Visitor Center?
Please contact the Visitor Center for more information.

Nature Encounter Events


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