6 hiking trails near Chongqing that locals love!

6 hiking trails near Chongqing that locals love!

✨In the two years since I returned to Chongqing, I've spent every weekend outdoors, getting close to nature and forgetting my worries.

✨Here are some hiking trails near Chongqing that are perfect for a weekend getaway.

✨I've been to each of these trails several times. They all have beautiful scenery and cultural attractions, and they're not too far away. There's something to see in every season. They're perfect for a weekend hike, a family outing, or a trip with friends.

1️⃣Jinshan Lake, Nanchuan

This area has the characteristics of both a basin and the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau. On a sunny day, the lake is a beautiful green. The lake, gorge, forest, and birdsong make it feel like you're walking through a Chinese ink painting. It's so relaxing! Address: Jinshan Lake, Nanchuan, Chongqing
Trailhead: Navigate to "Jinfo Mountain Via Ferrata Parking Lot" for the trailhead.

2️⃣Zhang Fei Ancient Path, Beibei

This trail has an ancient path along the river, a forest, a waterfall, and a stream. The green scenery is so healing. Walking along the riverside path feels like walking through a painting. On one side are towering trees, and on the other is the green river.
Address: Beibei, Chongqing. Navigate to "Zhang Fei Ancient Path."

3️⃣Qiluping Loop, Fuling

This trail has a dense forest, an alpine meadow, and a cabin. In summer, you can see the meadow, and in winter, you can see the snow-capped mountains. The cows and sheep grazing leisurely make it feel like you're in western Sichuan.
Trailhead: Navigate to "Huaguoshan Farm."

4️⃣Dayuandong, Jiangjin

This trail is 1.5 hours by car from the city center. It has a dense pine forest, ancient ruins, a mountain stream and waterfall, and a lake. It feels a bit like Jiuzhaigou. You can also visit Simian Mountain.
Address: Jiangjin, Chongqing. Navigate to "Dayuandong National Forest Park."

5️⃣Huangge Ancient Path, Nanshan

This trail is known as the "Silk Road" of the mountain city. It's a mature trail that's easy to walk, with beautiful scenery and cultural attractions.
Trailhead: Navigate to "Huangge Ancient Path Temporary Parking Lot."

6️⃣Waterfall and Cyathea Nature Reserve Trail

This trail has a primeval forest, a Danxia landform, and waterfalls and streams of all shapes and sizes. Walking through the primeval forest feels like being in the Jurassic era.

Some tips:

NO1. Protect the environment. Don't litter.
NO2. Safety first. Don't swim in the water.
NO3. The temperature in the mountains is lower than in the city, and the temperature difference between day and night is large. Dress warmly.