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Bamboo Forest Park, located on Huanghe East Road in Zhengzhou's central business district, is an open-air park boasting lush bamboo forests and a tranquil environment. The park boasts a small river, a lake, woods, and lawns, creating a picturesque setting and perfect for relaxing and cooling off. Located north of Dennis Seven Days, the park boasts a large green area and noticeably fewer visitors than its urban counterparts.
There is a large green park in the east area of the park, which is a great place for families to go on weekends and holidays. The surrounding commercial facilities are abundant and convenient. There are large lawns, streams, ponds, and tall and dense trees, which are convenient for hammocks. Flowers bloom all year round and are rich in color.
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Suitable for all seasons, spring, summer and autumn are the best
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This scenic area is located in Zhulin Town (竹林镇), Gongyi City under Zhengzhou, Henan Province. The site is known for its natural bamboo-forest coverage, mountain terrain and seasonal landscape value. As a scenic zone, it holds a national “AAAA” classification and spans about 5.5 km², offering an ecological forest retreat near the city. The significance lies in its green environment, forest hiking opportunities and seasonal colours. (“The Bamboo Forest Longevity Mountain … covers about 5.5 square km … located in Zhulin Town, Gongyi City”.)
Address: Zhulin Town (竹林镇), Gongyi City (巩义市), Zhengzhou City, Henan Province.
How to get there: From Zhengzhou city take a taxi/ride-share or charter to Gongyi then to Zhulin Town. Upon arrival at the scenic area entrance you walk/hike along forest trails. Public bus info is limited — private transport gives more flexibility. For example one note: “It takes about 58 minutes from Zhengzhou.”
Opening hours: approx 08:00–18:00 (8 am to 6 pm) according to ticketing info.
Best times to visit: Spring for fresh green bamboo, summer for forest shade and cooler air, autumn especially for fall colours/red leaves. Weekdays or early morning visits for fewer crowds.
Ticket price: As of listing on Trip.com the entry price appears modest (note: currency converted) but the exact current RMB price may vary.
How to buy: Online booking through major travel portals (Trip.com, Ctrip) or onsite at the entrance gate.
Advance booking is recommended during peak seasons (autumn leaf-viewing, holidays). For regular non-peak days, you may purchase at entrance but booking gives peace of mind. Booking 1-3 days ahead is generally sufficient.
Plan for 3–5 hours to walk the main forest trails, enjoy viewpoints and relax. If you’d like to explore all side paths or picnic/lighter hiking, half a day is recommended.
No specific information is found about guided tours or multilingual audio guides at this site. Most services likely operate in Chinese. Visitors seeking English guidance may need to hire a local guide or join a tour group.
Best photo spots:
• The trail sections where bamboo arches over the path — for immersive “bamboo tunnel” shots.
• Autumn red-leaf slopes and forest-floor bamboo/leaf colour contrasts.
• Elevated vantage points looking down on the canopy or across forested valleys. Arrive early morning or late afternoon for softer light and fewer shadows.
Suggested route: Enter at main gate → follow the main trail through bamboo forest → reach a viewpoint or mid-mountain vantage → proceed to Wulong Tan/ other scenic node → optional loop returning via a side path to enjoy different scenery → finish at the entrance/rest area. Choose shorter or longer loops based on time and fitness.
No documented night-visit light show or special tours are clearly advertised for this site. Visiting in daylight is standard. For any evening events, check the local scenic-area management ahead.
The site is less crowded than major tourist hotspots. Least crowded times: weekday mornings, non-holiday periods. Avoid national holiday peaks and weekends if you prefer tranquility. In autumn leaf-peak there may be more visitors. According to reviews: “there were not many people on weekdays”.
Facilities mentioned include restrooms, convenience stores and in-park transport at busier segments. Food & drink options are likely present in the visitor zone, though trail segments may not have many vendors—carry water and snacks for the forest walk.
Trails are forest-hiking oriented; some slopes may be moderate. Children and elderly who are steady walkers should manage; disabled access may be limited if terrain is uneven. Choose shorter or flatter loops if mobility is limited.
In Henan tourist parks, mobile payment (WeChat Pay, Alipay) and bank cards are widely accepted. Still carry a little cash for trail-side snacks or small vendors where mobile may be weaker.
Nearby snack-streets and local restaurants in the Zhulin Town / Gongyi area serve simple local cuisine. A review mentioned a “snack street” in the scenic zone. On-site catering may be basic—consider lunch in town or picnic in the forest zone.
Specific vegan/halal menus are not widely documented here; local restaurants will offer vegetable dishes. If you have dietary restrictions, check with the restaurant ahead or bring snacks. For halal you may need to go to larger towns/cities nearby.
Accommodation listings are limited for this specific scenic zone. You can stay in Gongyi City or nearby towns around Zhulin Town, then drive to the forest area. Booking ahead is advised if you choose to stay overnight locally.
You could combine this forest-bamboo mountain visit with nearby scenic zones in Gongyi or Zhengzhou periphery, or city-tour of Zhengzhou. Since the area is about 1 hour from Zhengzhou, you could do a half day here plus another nearby nature or cultural site. A list of Zhengzhou attractions includes The Bamboo Forest Longevity Mountain among holiday spots.
While specific souvenir shops aren’t elaborated in reviews, it’s typical for such scenic areas to offer small gift-shops near the entrance selling postcards, bamboo-crafts, local snacks or forest-themed items. Expect modest selection rather than large malls.
After your visit you can return to Gongyi City or Zhengzhou via taxi/ride-share. If you have a car or driver you can continue to another scenic spot in the region. Ensure you have your return transport arranged if coming from Zhengzhou.
