Jiudaowan Scenic Area

Jiudaowan Scenic Area

Destination Introduction

Jiudaowan Scenic Area is located in the grand canyon to the west of Beishicheng Village, Shicheng Township, Miyun County, Beijing.

When exploring the scenic area, if you’re thirsty, the clear, cool, and sweet mountain springs such as Jianquan and Zhquan are perfect for a drink; if you’re hot, stretch your arms out and enjoy the splashing water under the waterfalls or in the pools; when tired, sit on the huge rocks by the pools and watch the clearly visible fish swimming—due to the area’s remoteness, the little fish are so tame you can even scoop them up with your hands. Especially noteworthy are the three wonders of Jiudaowan Natural Scenic Area. Near Sandao Wan (Third Bay), there is a Turtle-Frog Stone that looks like a leaping frog from one side and a waddling turtle from the other. Legend has it that long ago, there was an eel cave in Nianyu Pool within which lived an evil eel spirit that caused great suffering to the locals. The Cloud-Mist Ancestor from Dashan Mountain came down to persuade the spirit to reform, but the stubborn eel spirit boasted: “I’m very powerful—I can turn into a frog or even a turtle…” Before he could finish, the Cloud-Mist Ancestor pointed his finger and turned the eel spirit into the Frog Stone. Near Badao Wan (Eighth Bay), on the upright cliff wall, there is a huge, clear footprint measuring four to five meters in length—who left it remains a mystery that stirs the imagination. The most peculiar is the Qiliang Jie (Extraordinarily Cool Boundary) near Jiudaowan, locally called “One Step Cool.” In summer, along the mountain path in the woods, just one step across an invisible line brings a sudden, bone-chilling breeze, while just one step back is sweltering heat. Why does the “One Step Cool” phenomenon exist? Opinions vary—perhaps it’s time for the experts to weigh in?

The “Three Wonders” of Jiudaowan add a layer of mystique to the scenic area. Come to Jiudaowan to reconnect with nature and experience its unique charm. Facilities include a natural swimming pool and camping area.

Within the scenic area, Shuangshi Kong Mountain lies to the north and Zebra Mountain to the south. These two mountains frame the winding Jiawan River. There are over ten deep pools including Liusha (Flowing Sand), Yawei (Swallow Tail), Shuangpu (Twin Waterfalls), Shidong (Stone Cave), Baisha (White Sand), Huanying (Mirage), Xuanshi (Hanging Rock), and Woniu (Snail). Each has a distinct shape and is scattered throughout the grand canyon like pearls. Especially magical is the Huanying Pool, where sunlight reflects the ripples on the pool’s surface onto the giant stone cliffs nearby, creating silvery, shimmering patterns that shift endlessly with the viewing angle and light—a marvel of nature’s artistry crafting a fantastical dreamlike world. The rugged rocks are also captivating: Wolong Stone (Crouching Dragon Stone) and Lingjian Stone (Arrow Stone) are strikingly lifelike; Fuqi Stone (Couple Stone) shows two stones leaning together in mutual support; Suoxi Stone (Stream-Locking Stone) stands majestically in the middle of the river; while the towering Fushi (Fortune Stone) and Shenstone (Divine Stone) reflect people’s hopes for happiness and safety. The caves in the scenic area are also unique: Feishui Cave (Flying Water Cave) features splashing waters inside, offering a cave experience unlike any other; the Die Shi Dong (Stacked Stone Cave) formed by massive boulders is truly breathtaking; and Shidong Tan (Stone Cave Pool), with a cave within the pool, is unfathomably deep. In spring, the cuckoos call; in summer, cicadas chirp; in autumn, crickets sing in chorus. It’s a perfect return-to-nature experience that refreshes the soul and lifts the spirit. When autumn winds begin to blow, the fiery red Boston ivy and wild grapes adorn the giant rocks in the canyon like burning charcoal. Address: Dongshicheng Village, Shichengzi Township, Miyun County. Remarks: Located in the grand canyon to the west of Beishicheng Village, Shicheng Township, Miyun County, Beijing.

Miyun Miyun

Shicheng Town: A township under the jurisdiction of Miyun County. Established as Shicheng Commune in 1961, became a township in 1983, and merged with Sihetang Township in 1993. It is located in the western part of the county, bordering Miyun Reservoir to the east, and is 22 kilometers from the county seat. Covering an area of 248.3 square kilometers with a population of 9,000, it is traversed by the Beijing-Tongzhou Railway. It administers 20 village committees: Lishugou, Shuibaozi, Wangzhuang, Shicheng, Shitanglu, Hebei, Xiwanzizi, Huangyukou, Erdaohe, Pangheyan, Zhangjiafen, Langfangyu, Duijiahe, Erpingtai, Jiayu, Sihetang, Beiduoyu, Hongxing, Baimiaozi, and Huangtuliang. The main agricultural products are corn and miscellaneous grains. Black Dragon… Shicheng Town detailed information++