Yongding River Gorge

Yongding River Gorge

Yongding River Gorge is a famous upstream valley of the Yongding River in Beijing, also known as Guanting Mountain Gorge or Youzhou Gorge. Towering mountains rise on both sides of the gorge, while the bottom is home to the fast-flowing Yongding River. The section from the Guanting Reservoir Dam to Yanhecheng is the highlight of Yongding River Gorge, featuring high mountains, deep valleys, and overlapping peaks, often referred to as the "Little Three Gorges".

From the Mentougou area to Yanchi, the drive takes you through the Yongding River Gorge, one of the three major gorges of West Beijing. The scenery in the valley is gentle and elegant, creating an atmosphere perfect for exploring ancient and serene landscapes.

Address: Middle of the valley, northwest of Zhaitang, Western Beijing

Type: Gorge

Recommended visiting time: 3–4 hours