The summer at Changbai Mountain is legendary! Emerald wilderness + glacial lakes

While the city is shrouded in heatwaves, I felt the temperature of spring in the breeze of Changbai Mountain. 🍃 Known as the "Roof of Northeast China," the average summer temperature here is only 22°C, truly a natural air-conditioned room. Here’s my ultimate one-day summer escape itinerary, shared for those who also dislike the heat!

My refreshing route: Mountain Gate → Tianchi Lake → Changbai Mountain Waterfall → Hot Spring Plaza → Green Abyss Pool

💎 First stop: Stunning Tianchi Lake · Summer-exclusive blue
Breaking free from the winter ice and snow, Tianchi Lake finally unveils its mysterious veil in summer. Riding an off-road vehicle up the mountain, the scenery outside the window changes from dense forest seas to alpine tundra, as if traveling through four seasons in a second.
Standing at the summit, the lake, known as the "Jewel of the Human World," shines with an even clearer and brighter blue under the summer sun. Unlike the pure white snow cover, the summer Tianchi Lake has a gentle and lively charm, so beautiful it leaves you speechless.
📌 Summer tips:
Clothing: It’s windy on the mountain, so layering is recommended: short-sleeve T-shirt + windbreaker/thin down jacket. UV rays are very strong, so be sure to apply sunscreen!
Timing: Summer is also the rainy season, so check the weather forecast before your trip. The chance of seeing Tianchi Lake is usually higher in the early morning.

💦 Second stop: Rushing waterfall · Changbai Mountain Waterfall
The waterfall is full and mighty in summer. Before seeing it, you can hear the roar like thousands of horses galloping. Up close, a white ribbon of water rushes down the cliff, and the mist it creates drifts with the wind, bringing refreshing coolness. It is the only outlet of Tianchi Lake and the source of the Songhua River, full of vitality!

♨️ Third stop: Fun experience · Julong Hot Spring Group
Near the waterfall, you can see countless hot spring vents bubbling with steam, and the air is filled with a faint sulfur smell. Be sure to try the eggs and corn boiled in 83°C hot spring water at the Hot Spring Plaza! The "runny yolk and tender white" hot spring eggs are a unique experience you won’t find elsewhere.

💚 Fourth stop: Forest green gem · Green Abyss Pool
If Tianchi Lake is a blue gem, then Green Abyss Pool is an "emerald" hidden in the birch forest. The pool’s water is emerald green due to its rich mineral content and crystal clear. Two small waterfalls pour into the pool like white silk, surrounded by lush greenery, quiet and cool, as if stepping into a Studio Ghibli animation world.

Summer trip summary:
The summer at Changbai Mountain is endless green hills, crystal-clear blue waters, and refreshing coolness. It offers you the most beautiful scenery and a perfect summer escape plan. This summer, come to Changbai Mountain and enjoy a refreshing 22°C date!