Changbai Stone Forest Scenic Area

　　The Changbai Stone Forest Scenic Area is located in Changbai County and lies within the alpine tundra valley region of Changbai Mountain. Peculiar flora such as stone flowers and ledum are abundant here, showcasing distinct characteristics of Changbai Mountain and its tundra landscape. The valley is lined on both sides with grayish-white pumice stones, presenting a dazzling array that resembles a colorful, natural geological museum. The dark grey stone forest consists of interlocking stone pillars formed from solidified volcanic tuff, creating a jaw-like cluster. These formations face the Laoling Mountain range to the west, together composing a beautiful panoramic view of the Changbai Stone Forest. The Changbai Stone Forest is situated at Gang Gorge at the mountain end of Barrage No. 8 in Hengshan, Changbai County, by the Yalu River. Landmarks such as Tiger Fang Peak, Camel Peak, and Valley Head Island form a cluster of stone pillars at the southern foot of Changbai Mountain. According to the *Changbai County Annals*, “The towering stone forest stands closely together, bizarre and unique, each posture forming a distinct scene, all with a distinctive style of rugged stone elegance... The silhouette of the stone forest resembles a camel laden upon hazy clouds, creating the spectacular ‘Camel Peak in Mist’—it truly evokes the feeling that ‘the scenery of Changbai Stone Forest is magnificent, with poetic charm rushing vividly before you.’”

　　The dark grey stone forest consists of interlocking stone pillars formed from solidified volcanic tuff, creating a jaw-like cluster. These formations face the Laoling Mountain range to the west, together composing a beautiful panoramic view of the Changbai Stone Forest.

　　The uniqueness of the stones in the Changbai Stone Forest lies in the abundance of tall, columnar strip rocks, some reaching dozens of meters in height, others broken and scattered across the ground or in the water, visible everywhere. The columnar cliffs are the iconic scenery of Shizhai Cliff, where the cliffs stand fifty to sixty meters high, with the lower section alone featuring densely packed columns over 20 meters tall—an awe-inspiring sight that’s hard to imagine without seeing it in person. The magic of the water can be described as a spring every five steps and a waterfall every ten—each spring and waterfall varies uniquely based on the mountain terrain. Within the Changbai Stone Forest Scenic Area, after traveling 15 kilometers, there is a waterfall hanging from a cliff, resembling a hanging stream pouring straight down—this is the famous Diaoshuihu Waterfall, one of the twenty-four scenic highlights of the Changbai Mountain Stone Forest Scenic Area.