Xinglong Mountain Scenic Area is located in Mizidi Village, Dashuiquan Town, Xinglong County, Chengde City, Hebei Province. It is a national 4A-level tourist attraction. The planned area of the scenic area is about 38 square kilometers, with the core area covering 14.7 square kilometers. It is characterized by its unique landforms and abundant landscapes, renowned for "fantastic peaks, strange rocks, beautiful waters, and secluded valleys," and enjoys the reputation of "Little Zhangjiajie." Once a royal forbidden area of the Manchu Qing Dynasty, it was closed for 254 years, resulting in an excellent ecological environment with a high forest coverage rate. It is a large green space in the eastern Beijing area and a well-known "natural oxygen bar" in the northern Tianjin area. The annual average temperature ranges from 6.5℃ to 10.3℃, and the average summer temperature is about 21℃, making it an ideal place for summer resort and cooling. There are many characteristic buildings in the scenic area, including the Longmen Cableway with an oblique length of 1000 meters and a height difference of 180 meters; the Tenglong Sightseeing Elevator with a height of 98 meters; and the Glass Bridge with a length of 226 meters, suspended at an altitude of 650 meters.
Historical Culture
In 1661, Xinglong Mountain Scenic Area was designated as a "Houlong Fengshui" forbidden area. To protect the fengshui here, the Qing government relocated the local people, prohibited all logging and farming activities, and set up the Malan Town Garrison Commander, with soldiers stationed for long-term guard. Over the next 254 years, this area remained closed, and the original natural ecosystem was well preserved.
In 1915, with the issuance of the decree to lift the ban, this forbidden area, once used as the "Houlong Fengshui" for mausoleums, gradually came into people's view. Xinglong Mountain was originally named "Gushan (Lonely Mountain)". In 1755 AD, the Qing Dynasty set up a patrol station here, and later it was renamed Xinglong Mountain. Due to its special connection with the Eastern Qing Tombs, it has been given cultural labels such as "Royal Back Garden" and "Houlong Secret Land".
Main Attractions
Hao Han Po (Hero Slope)
Hao Han Po is one of the walking routes for mountain climbing in the scenic area, with a total of 2080 steps, suitable for mountaineering enthusiasts with good physical strength. There are several viewing platforms along the way, where tourists can stop to enjoy the natural landscapes such as strange peaks, odd rocks, and green plants, and experience the fun and challenge of mountain climbing.
Longmen Cableway
Longmen Cableway has an oblique length of 1000 meters and a height difference of 180 meters, using enclosed transparent glass cabins. When taking the cableway, tourists can enjoy the scenery outside the window in all directions, including cliffs, canyon waterfalls, Tianyan (Heavenly Eye), small stone forests and other landscapes. It is a relaxed way to go up the mountain with a wide view, taking about 10 minutes for the whole journey.
Cliff Trail
The Cliff Trail is suspended on the steep cliff, with a total length of 6.5 kilometers for the whole mountain trail. Its design follows the contour of the mountain, hidden from view. Although winding, the road surface is flat and comfortable, suitable for tourists of all ages to walk and visit. Walking on the trail, you can feel the steepness of the mountain wall and the tranquility of the mountains at close range, and the scenery along the way changes with each step.
Tenglong Sightseeing Elevator
Tenglong Sightseeing Elevator is built against the cliff, attached to a 100-meter vertical cliff, with a height of 98 meters, equivalent to a 30-story building. It only takes 45 seconds to reach the top of the mountain by taking this elevator, which not only saves energy but also allows you to experience the change of vision from the foot to the top of the mountain in a short time. During the operation of the elevator, you can enjoy the steep cliff and the distant scenery.
Glass Bridge
The Glass Bridge is 226 meters long and 2 meters wide, suspended at an altitude of 650 meters. The bridge deck is paved with three layers of laminated tempered glass, which has strong load-bearing capacity. Walking on the Glass Bridge, with the transparent deck under your feet, you can clearly see the canyon and vegetation below, as if you are in the air, which is highly visually impactful and exciting. At the same time, you can enjoy the surrounding mountain scenery in 360 degrees.
Da Hao Shan He Waterfall (Magnificent Rivers and Mountains Waterfall)
This waterfall is located above Xiaolonghu Lake at the entrance of the scenic area. The water flow of the waterfall has a drop of more than 200 meters. From a distance, the waterfall looks like a silver ribbon flowing down the cliff, with a majestic momentum. In the rainy season, the abundant water flow makes the waterfall more spectacular, and the splashing water may form a gorgeous rainbow under the sunlight. The four characters "Da Hao Shan He (Magnificent Rivers and Mountains)" are carved on the cliff, hence the name of the waterfall.
Echo Wall
Echo Wall is a naturally formed arc-shaped cliff, named for its obvious sound wave reflection effect. When tourists shout loudly here, they can clearly hear the echo, and the echo lasts for a long time. The cliff is surrounded by dense vegetation and a quiet environment, making it an interesting and natural attraction in the scenic area.
Hui Que Qiao (Magpie Meeting Bridge)
Hui Que Qiao is about 80 meters above the ground, with a total length of 65 meters and a width of 2 meters. The middle part is disc-shaped, with a diameter of 6 meters. The bridge is surrounded by steep cliffs on all sides, with colorful railings spanning the valley. The overall shape is like a disc watch, implying that good luck comes with time. Every step on it makes a pleasant sound, bringing a unique experience to tourists.
Tour Routes
After entering the scenic area, visitors can choose different routes for their tour. Those with good physical strength can start from the tourist center, walk up the mountain via Haohanpo (Hero Slope), enjoy the natural landscapes along the way, visit various attractions after reaching the top, then proceed along the Cliff Trail, experience the Glass Bridge, and finally take the Tenglong Sightseeing Elevator down the mountain. The entire journey takes approximately 5-6 hours. For those who want to save energy, they can take the scenic area shuttle bus from the tourist center to the lower station of Longmen Cableway, take the cableway up the mountain, then visit the Cliff Trail, Glass Bridge, Echo Wall and other attractions in sequence, and then take the Tenglong Sightseeing Elevator down the mountain. This route takes about 3-4 hours in total. Visitors can adjust their routes according to their own conditions. It is recommended to enter the scenic area before 9 a.m. to avoid peak hours and fully enjoy the tour.
Travel Suggestions
- The scenic area has long trails, so it is recommended to wear comfortable sports shoes to reduce foot fatigue.
- The climate in the mountains is changeable, so even in summer, it is necessary to bring a thin coat to prevent cold due to large temperature differences between morning and evening.
- It is recommended to bring enough drinking water and a small amount of dry food. Although there are sales points in the scenic area, the prices are relatively high.
- Ultraviolet rays are strong in summer, so it is necessary to take sun protection measures, such as applying sunscreen, wearing a sun hat and sunglasses.
- If planning to climb the mountain on foot, it is recommended to know the number of steps of Hao Han Po in advance, evaluate your physical strength, and avoid overwork.
- When taking the cableway and sightseeing elevator, you can prepare a camera or mobile phone to record the beautiful scenery along the way.
- The ecological environment in the scenic area is beautiful. It is recommended to prepare garbage bags and take away the garbage to protect the environment.
- There are many tourists in the peak season. It is recommended to buy tickets in advance through official channels to reduce the queuing time on site.
Matters Needing Attention
- The Glass Bridge has a limited load capacity. Please follow the arrangement of the staff, enter in batches in order, and it is strictly forbidden to chase, frolic, or jump on the bridge.
- Some sections of the Cliff Trail are close to the cliff edge. Please pay attention to safety when walking, do not climb over the guardrail, and take good care of the elderly and children.
- Smoking is prohibited in the scenic area, and it is strictly forbidden to bring inflammable, explosive and other dangerous goods into the area to prevent fire.
- When taking the cableway and sightseeing elevator, please abide by the relevant regulations, get on and off in order after the equipment is stable, and do not stretch your body out of the window.
- Wild animals may appear in the mountains. Do not feed or disturb them at will, and keep a safe distance.
- In case of thunderstorm weather, stay away from tall trees, electric poles and cliff edges, and take shelter in indoor or safe areas.
- Abide by the instructions of the scenic area signs, and do not enter unopened areas to avoid accidents.
- Take good care of your personal belongings, especially in crowded places, to prevent loss.
Transportation
- Self-driving: Starting from Beijing, drive along Jingping Expressway, Jinji Expressway, and Jingqin Expressway, get off at Xinglong County Exit, then drive to Chengde Xinglong Mountain Scenic Area according to the signs. The whole journey is about 200 kilometers, taking about 3 hours.
- Bus: Take the bus from Xinglong County Bus Station to Dashuiquan Town, get off at Mizidi Village and walk to the scenic area. The bus departs about once an hour, with a journey of about 40 minutes and a fare of about 10 yuan.
- Tourist line: Some travel agencies in cities such as Beijing and Tianjin have tourist line buses to Chengde Xinglong Mountain Scenic Area. Tourists can consult and register in advance. It is generally a one-day or two-day tour, including transportation and tickets.
- Scenic area shuttle bus: There are shuttle buses from the tourist center to the entrances of various attractions in the scenic area, with a fare of 20 yuan per person, facilitating tourists to travel around the scenic area.
Opening Hours
The opening hours are adjusted according to the season. In the peak season (April 1 - October 31), the opening hours are 8:00 - 18:00, and the ticket sales stop at 15:30; in the off-season (November 1 - March 31 of the next year), the opening hours are 9:00 - 17:00, and the ticket sales stop at 14:30. The opening hours of all attractions in the scenic area are the same as those of the scenic area. It is recommended that tourists arrange their time reasonably to avoid missing the visiting hours.
Tickets
As of August 16, 2025, the ticket price is 120 yuan per person. You can search for the official WeChat account "兴隆山景区" to get the latest updates or buy tickets online.