Lake Shumarinai Outdoor Fest 2026

About this event

Held on the shores of Lake Shumarinai in Horokanai Town, Hokkaido, the "Lake Shumarinai Outdoor Fest 2026" is a two-day event set in the rich natural environment of Lake Shumarinai, where visitors can enjoy northern Hokkaido's recreation and cuisine all day long. Lake Shumarinai, home to the Sakhalin taimen (ito), offers a diverse array of outdoor activities including fishing, camping, and canoeing. The festival features an abundance of lakeside activities and educational programs, along with numerous stalls by local food vendors and outdoor brands. Highlights include aquarium displays of fish like the Sakhalin taimen, pond smelt (wakasagi) fishing experiences, brown bear discussion sessions, dam tours, canoe experiences, Lake Shumarinai shrimp fishing experiences, nature observation, and woodworking craft workshops. Additionally, island-hopping tours for anglers and sightseeing boat cruises operated by Shumarinai Sightseeing Steamship are available. For dining, visitors can savor local flavors while enjoying the outdoors, with offerings such as Horokanai Chikara Soba, Wagyu steak rice bowls, craft beer, various food truck menus, cakes, and pond smelt burgers. Outdoor brand shops such as The North Face and Helly Hansen will also set up booths, offering discounts for campsite users. This festival is a must-visit event for outdoor enthusiasts to fully experience the appeal of Lake Shumarinai.

Venue

Lake Shumarinai Lakeside Campsite

Aza Shumarinaikohan, Horokanai, Uryu District, Hokkaido 074-0411