Shenzhen Evening News (Reporter Zhang Shaoqiong) — Recently, reporters at Tanglang Mountain Park in Nanshan District found that a section of the hiking trail is composed of “tree roots and rocks.” The rocks are covered in moss, and the soil beneath the tree roots is very soft, creating significant safety risks. Despite the unique appearance of this part of the trail, several interviewed visitors expressed their hope for repairs due to safety concerns.
Entering from the entrance of the Tanglang Mountain Park hiking trail, the first 300 steps are made entirely of rocks, with very rough and uneven surfaces. This section of the trail is both steep and high, making it particularly strenuous for children and elderly visitors. Even first-time hikers and locals at this spot find it quite inconvenient and physically demanding.
About 200 meters further up from the halfway point of the mountain, there is a uniquely rugged section of the original hiking trail. This part features nearly 100 steps, where banyan trees dominate the area, with their roots deeply embedded into the trail. The stone steps here have been designed as a combination of “tree roots and rocks.” The rocks here are covered in moss, some are broken, and the soil beneath certain tree roots has become loose. Some visitors mentioned that regardless of whether it's rainy or dry, the area remains very damp. Reporters noticed that the irregular tree roots have been smoothed out by the constant trampling of visitors. If one doesn’t step evenly, it’s easy to slip—especially on the moss-covered stones, which pose even greater danger.
In response, visitors stated that this section of the hiking trail should be renovated, and they also hope to use machinery to smooth out the uneven rocks. “With more and more park visitors these days, including many first-time hikers, the park management should prioritize repairing the defective sections of the trail.”
The day before yesterday, reporters brought up the issue with the Tanglang Mountain Park management office. A deputy director surnamed Mo said that the design of the hiking trail has been in place for many years and has not been changed by the park. Regarding the concerns raised by visitors, they will conduct an on-site investigation, gather extensive feedback from hikers, and promptly carry out repairs on problematic sections of the trail.