Shimen National Forest Park

Shimen National Forest Park

Shimen National Forest Park is a national AAAA-level tourist attraction and a national forest park.

Shimen National Forest Park is located in the northeastern part of Conghua City, Guangdong Province, at latitude 23°27′ and longitude 113°45′. It covers a total area of 2,636 hectares, with a forest coverage rate of 98.9%. The park is 86 kilometers from downtown Guangzhou and 16 kilometers from the famous Conghua Hot Spring Scenic Area. To the east, it connects with the Nankun Mountain Nature Reserve, to the west lies the famous Conghua Hot Spring Scenic Area, to the north it faces the Guangzhou Pumped Storage Power Station and Liuxi River National Forest Park. The park features layered peaks, verdant forests, rolling clouds, diverse valleys, the Shizao Tianchi (Heavenly Lake), and vibrant green waters and mountains. The majestic Shimen Gate and ancient banyan trees form a picturesque pair. The park offers enchanting scenery throughout the four seasons, filled with birdsong and floral fragrance. Spring brings a riot of blooming flowers and a mountain covered in splendor; summer features cascading waterfalls and shimmering silver light; autumn displays mountainsides ablaze with red leaves, poetic and picturesque; winter showcases the "Shimen Fragrant Snow," evoking a northern landscape that captivates the heart. The former Mayor of Guangzhou, Mr. Li Ziliu, once composed a poem during his visit to praise the park: “High mountains shrouded in dense forests and mist, deep in the hills, joyful rain forms a golden bridge. Rare trees and precious birds paint a beautiful scene, the stone lake’s waterfall reflects the morning sky. It seems like a paradise all envy, with open opportunities bringing even more charm.”

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Shimen Park was established on the foundation of the state-owned Dalin Forest Farm, founded in 1960. In 1995, it was approved by the National Forestry Department as Shimen National Forest Park, becoming the first international forest bathing destination sanctioned by the forestry authorities. Located in the subtropical zone, the area enjoys warm weather year-round, with an average annual temperature of 21.4°C, average maximum temperatures of 28.5°C in July and August, and average minimum temperatures of 12.4°C in January and February. Due to its high mountains, dense forests, towering ancient trees, abundant rainfall, and suitable climate, the area boasts rich and diverse precious flora and fauna. There are over 50 types of valuable and rare tree species, including Alsophila spinulosa, and several rare and endangered plants such as Amentotaxus argotaenia and wild camellia. Precious animals include over 20 species such as the Elliot’s pheasant, leopard, serow, pangolin, silver pheasant, and small Indian civet.

Surrounded by clear waters and shaded by green islets, Shimen Park is an ecological forest park that integrates natural landscapes, cultural attractions, and forest health benefits. It preserves 16,000 acres of the only remaining primary secondary forest in southern China, known as an oasis along the Tropic of Cancer. The 1,210-meter-high Tian Tang Shan (Heavenly Peak) is the highest mountain in the Guangzhou area. The park features five scenic areas: the Countryside Scenery Area, Shimen Scenic Area, Shizao Scenic Area, Tian Tang Ding (Heavenly Peak) Scenic Area, and Canyon Adventure Area. Attractions include the majestic Shimen Gate, ancient banyan trees of longing, Shimen Fragrant Snow, the Gathering of Three Immortals at Heaven, Shizao Heavenly Lake, Shizao Floating Mist, Rainbow Splendor, Carp Slate, Immortal Grinding Mill, Divine Valley Chants, Tiger God Ancient Temple, Old Gun Towers, and the Reclining Statue of a Great Leader, totaling over 50 sites. It is an ideal destination for scientific exploration, research, spiritual enrichment, vacationing, convalescence, meetings, learning, and reconnecting with nature.

Shimen Park currently has one Chinese-style guesthouse with over 50 beds, a restaurant that can accommodate more than 200 people for dining at one time, as well as conference rooms of various sizes, a karaoke room, and a swimming pool. The park produces over 10 kinds of local specialties, including lychee, longan, chestnuts, red persimmons, citrus, sugar oranges, and honey. Shimen National Forest Park welcomes investors and developers from all walks of life. We believe the future of Shimen National Forest Park will be even brighter.

Address: Shimen National Forest Park, Conghua District, Guangzhou City

Type: National Park, Forest, Geological Landform

Recommended Visit Duration: 1 hour

Phone: 020-87850738

Official Website: http://www.shimenpark.cn/

Opening Hours: 9:00–17:00

Ticket Information: Gate Price: 40.0 RMB

Information Source: Guangdong Provincial Forestry Department