Kartepe is a ski resort located in the Kocaeli Province of Turkey, approximately 1,650 meters above sea level. It offers a compact winter sports center with runs for all abilities, a terrain park for boarders, and summer hiking opportunities. The resort has 4 lifts, 3 chair-lifts, and 1 teleski, with track lengths ranging from 400 to 3,500 meters. Kartepe is the closest ski resort to Istanbul, making it a popular destination for day-trippers and those looking for a quick skiing getaway.