Jiulongshan National Forest Park

Jiulongshan National Forest Park

Jiulongshan National Forest Park is a national AAA-level tourist attraction and a national forest park.

Jiulongshan National Forest Park is situated in Chuanfangyu, east of Jixian County, with a total area of 2,126 hectares. It includes three major scenic areas: Jiulongshan, Limutai Mountain, and Huanghuashan Mountain. Approved as a forest park in 1995 and upgraded to a national forest park in 1997, it is now the largest and only mountainous national forest park in Tianjin. In the northeastern part of the park, nine continuous mountain ridges rise in a deep valley, resembling nine dragons gathering their heads—hence the name Jiulongshan (Nine Dragon Mountain).

Surrounded by mountains, Jiulongshan National Forest Park forms a fully enclosed space. The scenic area combines ancient caves, serene forests, unique peaks, and beautiful waters. With its lush forest environment, spectacular natural scenery, rich cultural landscapes, and prime location, it stands out as a distinctive forest tourism destination in eastern Beijing.

- Deep within the park, there are hundreds of ancient caves: upward-reaching sky holes, downward-bottomless pits, interconnected tunnels, cave-within-cave structures, and mother-child linked caverns. Most caves are 20–50 meters deep, with 15 exceeding 100 meters. The longest is the 529-meter-long Longquan Cave, while the most peculiar is Jiulong Cave, where nine naturally formed stone dragons of varying sizes protrude 1–3 cm from the cave walls, vividly lifelike. The most precious is the 46-meter-deep Shihua Cave, formed 800 million years ago, containing stalactites and stone flowers, offering both aesthetic and developmental value.

The peaks of Jiulongshan can be summarized as steep, rugged, graceful, and extraordinary. The most striking feature is its mountainous landscape. The main peak, Limutai Mountain, rises 997 meters above sea level, surrounded by over 80 undulating peaks that create a majestic and breathtaking spectacle. The rocks of Jiulongshan are equally unique—some vividly resemble various animals, while others display delicate textures akin to man-made rock carvings, leaving visitors in awe of nature’s craftsmanship.

Lush vegetation has given rise to numerous springs and streams, adding to Jiulongshan’s charm. The park features two large springs: the Dragon Spring on the left and the Phoenix Eye on the right. During summer and autumn, when spring water merges with rainfall, the flow surges dramatically, with the roaring water creating a stunning contrast against the verdant mountains and forming a picturesque scene.

The mountain paths are gentle, allowing for easy driving through dense forests. The area is covered with mixed coniferous and broadleaf forests. Over 5,000 acres of pine forests form vast woodlands, while large natural stands of Oriental arborvitae are rare in North China. The park is also home to over 400 species of wildlife and insects. Visitors often hear birdsong, spot pheasants and squirrels, and immerse themselves in the sights and sounds of pine waves, clear springs, flowers, and birds. It’s a great place to learn about biology and geology while enjoying nature’s serenity.

The park features rolling green peaks, with 147 main mountains in view. The highest peak, Limutai Mountain, stands at 997 meters. The main peak of the Jiulongshan scenic area, Huanghualing, rises 558.4 meters and boasts steep terrain. From its summit, visitors can gaze west at the main peak of Panshan, east at the Qing Dynasty imperial tombs, south at the emerald Panlong Lake, and north at the Baxianshan and Jiuding Mountains, along with the majestic ancient Great Wall. These distant and nearby vistas blend harmoniously into a magnificent panorama. The pristine forest environment ensures exceptionally fresh and clean air, with negative oxygen ions—dubbed the "vitamins of the air"—measuring 800–1,000 per cubic meter, 8–10 times higher than in industrial cities. Experts praise it as a "natural oxygen bar." Many come here for leisure, vacation, and recuperation, reaping unexpected health benefits. Jiulongshan National Forest Park

The park also houses numerous ancient caves and springs. The Longquan Cave is unfathomably deep, while the Shihua Cave is the only one of its kind in eastern Beijing. Other caves include the Tenglong Cave, Sky-Reachng Cave, Linked Caves, and Mother-Child Caves. Springs within these caves flow year-round, naturally forming the Longquan Pool. Visitors can explore ancient caves or enjoy the flowing waters—an endlessly fascinating experience.

To cater to visitors’ needs, the park has built a wildlife zoo, forest botanical garden, forest bathing garden, and guesthouses. Amidst the dense woods, there are primitive tribe resorts, forest cabins, "lover" tents, and hanging hammocks. The park offers a "Live Like a Local" activity, allowing visitors to pick seasonal wild fruits and mountain delicacies—from April to autumn. In April, enjoy flowers and forage for wild vegetables; in May, taste cherries; in June, apricots; in July, plums; in August, sour jujubes and sweet pears; in September, walnuts, chestnuts, and large apples; in October, hawthorn and persimmons. Stay in farmhouses, savor rustic meals, enjoy farm life, make local friends, and gain insights into traditional Chinese folk culture.

Suggested Duration

3–4 hours

Transportation

Jiulongshan National Forest Park is located in Chuanfangyu, east of Jixian County, approximately 20 kilometers from the county town.

Admission Fee

Admission: 40 RMB

Opening Hours

08:00—18:00

Location

Chuanfangyu, east of Jixian County, Tianjin

Address: Chuanfangyu Town, Jizhou District

Phone: 29742068

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