Trail & Train ④
Wetland & Dairy Farm Course
A two-day, one-night trip using the JR Senmo Line to experience the vastness of eastern Hokkaido, including marshes and dairy farms
This two-day, one-night course connects the Kushiro Marsh and dairy farming areas by rail and foot. Day one starts from Toya Station. You'll leave the town where people live and gradually enter the forest where wild animals thrive. Walking along the ridge of Mt. Iwaboki will take you to Hosooka Observatory, which offers a panoramic view of the Kushiro Marsh. Travel by rail to downtown Shibecha town to prepare for day two. On day two, the scenery changes completely as you walk through the dairy farming area. You'll progress through the vast scenery typical of eastern Hokkaido, with dent corn fields and cows to your side. Isobunnai Station is the goal for this trip. We also recommend taking a walking trip and looking back from the train window.
Eastern Hokkaido is home to wild animals and human activity in a harsh natural environment. On the Hokkaido East Trail, you can enjoy hiking while experiencing nature and the lives of local people. However, it is essential to prepare for and deal with risks such as encounters with wild animals and sudden changes in weather, as well as be considerate of local people. Also, when hiking long trails, safety is fundamentally your own responsibility. Be sure to gather sufficient information in advance and make a solid plan before hiking. For more information, please see the official Hokkaido East Trail website below.
Hokkaido East Trail Official Website Walking the Trail
Route Data
24.7km
Distance
2 days and 1 night
Duration
Advanced
Fitness level
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Beginner: Can hike for more than 3 hours. Intermediate: Can hike for more than 5 hours.
Advanced: Hiking with overnight stays possible
Highlights
Route Map
Recommended Route
JR Senmo Line Toya Station
Bound for Abashiri, arriving at 9:04
To Kushiro, arriving at 9:48
Access to the starting point
Toya Station
12.1km
Kushiro Shitsugen Station
Travel by JR to Shibecha Station
Around Shibecha Station (accommodation)
12.6km
Isobunnai Station
JR Senmo Line Isobunnai Station
To Abashiri: Departure 15:17 Departure 17:47
To Kushiro: Departure at 12:30 and 17:27
Access from the starting point
Each hiking trail is part of the Hokkaido East Trail. Walking is not recommended in winter, so please check the official website for the latest information on road closures and other information.