Xinglong Park

　　Xinglong Park (originally named Xinglong Pianlin) was initially built on February 22, 1992, and completed in December 1995, with a total area of 1,017 mu. It features eight small hills and a 45-mu artificial lake, with a total investment of about 30 million yuan. The white marble bridge over the lake serves as a central landscape. On the west side of the lake is a waterside pavilion, while an octagonal double-eave pavilion stands atop the southern hill, and the Moon-Embracing Pavilion is located by the northern lakeside. The park houses over 20,000 various trees and shrubs, forming the initial Xinglong Pianlin.

　　In March 2002, it was approved as a First-Class Park by the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Landscape and Forestry. The park is located at No. Jia 8, Xinglongzhuang, Gaobeidian Area, Chaoyang District, Beijing, stretching from south to north between the eastern extension of Chang’an Avenue (Jingtong Road) and Chaoyang Road. The main western gate of the park is designed as a traditional Chinese architectural gate; the southern gate has been newly renovated into a classical-style mountain gate; and a new garden-style Chinese gate has been constructed at the northern entrance. Together with the accompanying management facilities at the northern gate, it has become one of the representative scenic spots within Xinglong Park.

　　On March 12, 1995, former Vice Chairman of the Central Military Commission Zhang Zhen and Chief of the General Staff led 58 generals to the park for tree planting. Zhang Zhen and the Chief planted two tall Huashan pines and three white-bark pines. A total of over 1,200 trees were planted during this event, including junipers, scholar trees, koelreuterias, willows, toon trees, and poplars, marking the first major tree-planting effort in Beijing’s spring season. This also left behind a meaningful “Generals’ Grove” in Xinglong Park.

　　In April 2007, in response to a request from the Chaoyang District Government and taking advantage of the Olympic opportunity along with the development of the green isolation zone, the “Park Ring” construction project was initiated to build a suburban park. The new West Gate Plaza, West Gate Screen Wall, lakeside island corridor, and a suspension bridge were completed. Additionally, over 3,000 meters of new and upgraded paths were added within the park. Xinglong Lake was further refurbished with the addition of a stone boat. The park's scenic spots were enhanced, more trees were planted, and supporting facilities were improved. A monument was also erected in the Generals’ Grove, enshrining it in the annals of history. The park now features over 100 common types of garden plants and more than 30,000 trees and shrubs.

　　Xinglong Park is a suburban forest park primarily focused on ecological preservation and based on its rich tree coverage. With humanized management, it provides residents and visitors with a quality space for leisure, walking, and fitness. Its serene environment allows visitors to enjoy the fresh air of nature and achieve physical and mental wellness. Currently, Xinglong Park is a free, open-access park.

Transportation to Xinglong Park:

 Taking buses on Chaoyang Road:: Take bus routes 639, 488, 855, 411, 342, 388, 846, 648, or 731, get off at Gaojing Station on Chaoyang Road, and walk directly to the north gate of the park. Walk 150 meters south along the road east of Honda dealership to reach the east gate.

 Taking buses on Jingtong Road:: Take bus routes 728, 312, 649, or 506. Alternatively, take the Batong Line subway and get off at Gaobeidian Station to reach the south gate of the park. Walk 200 meters north from the Gaobeidian intersection to reach the west gate.

The park's west gate is accessible.

 Driving directions:: Take the Jingtong Expressway, exit at Gaobeidian, turn left at the green light, and drive 200 meters north to reach the west gate of the park.

                  Or go to Gaojing Store on Chaoyang Road (opposite Caiman Street) to reach the north gate.

 Reservation process:: No reservation needed

 Park phone number:: 85759918