The picturesque Ura-Makihata Gorge is 6km long with vertical walls of rock towering up 100m like folding screens. The gorge runs up stream of Ikazawa River, and there are huge rocks in places changing the flow of the river, creating rapids and waterfalls.

The sacred mountain, Hakkaisan (Mt. Hakkai-1778m) is a symbol of Muikamachi, and has always been a popular mountain with climbers. There are currently 3 routes. A route using the ropeway for casual hikers to a rather more challenging route for fit experts.

Makihatayama (Mt. Makihata-1967m) is one of the "100 Famous Mountains of Japan", and extends over Niigata and Gunma prefectures. It is renowned for its great view from the peak, abundance of mysterious ponds and alpine plants. There are numerous waterfalls and strangely shaped rocks to enjoy, and the maze-like ravines hold snow until summer for an out of season cool snowy valley walks.

Uonuma Skyline is a scenic mountain drive which extents over 15km between Hakkatoge (Hakka pass) and Junitoge (Juni pass). On a clear day, a panoramic view of Echigo San Zan (Three Mountains of Echigo), Makihata mountain range and moutains on the Joetsu boarders can be enjoyed from the Uonuma Observatory. The night view of the city lights and sky full of stars are also very attractive.

The ropeway at Hakkaisan is the fastest in the country, and holds up to 81 passengers. The panoramic view from the summit station is splendid in any of the four seasons.

Pretty pink flowers of Katakuri (Adder's tongue lily) tell us the arrival of spring in the Minamiuonuma region. Minamiuonuma is a unique area where visitors can enjoy Katakuri while taking a brief walk from the station. Katakuri are usually seen in vast carpets around Iizunayama burial mound, Sakadoyama (Mt. Sakado), Rokumankisan (Mt. Rokumanki), Hakkaisan Ski Area, Ikazawa Camp Site and Forest Park "Tenjiku no Sato".

The cherry blossoms of Ohara bloom to celebrate the coming of spring to the snow buried Minamiuonuma region. The rows of cherry blossom trees are enjoyed not only by the locals, but also by visitors from neighbouring towns and cities.