Baizhang Peak

　　Baizhang Peak is situated in the southeastern part of Yushui District, with an altitude of 424 meters and a relative height of more than 300 meters. The main mountain ridge extends from east to west, bordering Xiajiang County and Xingan County to the south, and connecting to Nanan Township of the district on the east, west, and north sides. It is 45 kilometers away from downtown Xinyu City. The area features a forest microclimate, with an average annual temperature between 16.8°C and 18°C, and annual precipitation of about 1,573.6 millimeters, making summers cool. The Baizhang Peak Forest Farm is named after the “Baizhang Peak.” The area boasts abundant forest resources, covering 1,935 hectares of forested land with a standing timber volume of 92,988 cubic meters and a forest coverage rate of 90.8%. The main tree species include Chinese fir, slash pine, masson pine, camphor trees, and moso bamboo. The region features unique forest landscapes and diverse cultural sites, such as Emperor Cave, Three-County Pavilion, Dongfeng Altar, Thunder Temple, and a habitat for egrets. Transportation and communication around Baizhang Peak are convenient. Roads lead directly from the city center, and the under-construction Shanghai–Ruili Expressway runs east to west at the mountain’s base, providing solid infrastructure for forest tourism.

　　　　 

　　Baizhang Peak is highly suitable for hiking and mountain climbing, making it a top choice for forest tourism and a summer retreat for cooling off and relaxation.