Dazhanhe Scenic Area

Dazhanhe Scenic Area

Dazhanhe Scenic Area is a national-level scenic area and a national-level forest park.

Dazhanhe National Forest Park is a national-level forest park approved by the State Forestry Administration in 2002. It is located within the jurisdiction of Zhanhe Forestry Bureau, on the northern slope of the Lesser Khingan Mountains. The park is 80 kilometers from Xunke County, 140 kilometers west of the Wudalianchi Scenic Area, and 146 kilometers south of Beian City (Beian to Zhanhe Forestry Bureau is 50 kilometers, and Zhanhe Forestry Bureau to the park is 96 kilometers), covering a total area of 163 square kilometers. Dazhanhe boasts exceptionally rich forest tourism resources. Here, the mountains are lush and green, the forests dense, the lakes and marshes scattered like stars, the rivers winding through the hills, and the rolling hills and valleys create an exceptionally beautiful landscape with great development potential. The Zhanhe Forest Area is one of the largest state-owned forest regions in China, part of the Lesser Khingan Mountain range. The area features undulating mountains and stretching peaks, with 110 summits exceeding 500 meters in elevation. The forest is crisscrossed by numerous rivers, with the main waterway being the Zhanhe River, which belongs to the Heilongjiang River system. The Zhanhe River is formed by the confluence of the South Zhanhe and North Zhanhe Rivers, hence the mainstream is commonly known as the “Dazhanhe” (Great Zhanhe). The South Zhanhe originates from Zhanhedingzi on the northern slope of the main ridge of the Lesser Khingan Mountains, while the North Zhanhe stems from the foothills of Tangyuanshan on the western slope. The Zhanhe River stretches 258 kilometers, flowing from south to north through most of the forest area, before joining the Xunhe River near Shuanghe Village in Xunke Township, Xunke County, and eventually flowing into the Heilongjiang River. The river averages about 100 meters in width, reaching up to 160 meters at its widest. In the downstream area known as “Mantianxing” (Starry Sky), the average depth is 1–2 meters, with the deepest point at Anshending near Zhanbei Forest Farm, reaching 7–8 meters. The Zhanhe River meanders from south to north, with picturesque scenery where mountains and rivers complement each other. Some stretches have calm, mirror-like surfaces, while others feature gravel beds and rushing rapids. The riverbed mainly consists of sand and pebbles, with visibility of up to one meter, offering crystal-clear views to the bottom. It is hailed as the only unpolluted river in Asia that retains its pristine natural beauty and flows through an untouched ecological environment. Its unique and stunning scenery has earned it the nickname the “Three Gorges of the North.”

This is a natural oxygen bar, a forest bathing ground, and China’s first pollution-free rafting destination. In winter, it’s draped in silvery white; in summer, you can witness fleeting winds and rains, and the rolling clouds and mist. Clouds drift over the peaks, pines rustle in the wind, creating a magnificent sight. Echoes in the valley, wafts of fragrance, serene blue waters, and majestic mountains come together to form a stunning scenic vista. The blue sky and white clouds showcase the purity and beauty of the land and water, as well as the wonder and magic of nature.

Further Reading:

· Ninth Batch of National-Level Scenic Areas