Shennongjia Oxygen Guide, how can you not go hiking and breathe fresh air this summer?
by _Nick_27
Aug 12, 2025
Shennongjia has a high forest coverage rate and is a natural oxygen-rich destination.
Transportation Guide
- External Transportation: You can first arrive at Yichang Sanxia Airport or Shiyan Wudang Airport, then charter a car or take a bus to Shennongjia. Alternatively, you can take a train to Yichang or Shiyan, then take a direct long-distance bus to Shennongjia, which takes about 4-6 hours.
- Internal Transportation: Attractions within the scenic area are relatively scattered. It is recommended to take the scenic area shuttle bus or self-drive.
Recommended Attractions
- Shennongding Scenic Area: The core scenic area of Shennongjia, home to the "Central China's Highest Peak" at an altitude of 3,106.2 meters. The forest here is dense with a very high content of negative oxygen ions. You can watch the clouds and mist rise in Shennong Valley, hike Jinmouling to enjoy the streams, and explore the "Wildman Footprints" at Banbiyen.
- Dajiuhu National Wetland Park: Known as the "Hulunbuir of Hubei," it consists of nine lakes of various sizes connected together, a secret alpine wetland. The lake and grass scenery is healing. You can take a small train to see the morning mist reflections and feed deer in the Deer Park.
- Tianyan Scenic Area: Mainly features primitive forest landscapes, combining strange caves, peaks, trees, and flowers. The forest is quiet and is an ideal place to breathe fresh air, suitable for visitors who enjoy hiking and oxygen intake.
- Tianshengqiao (Natural Bridge): Located in Muyuzhen, you can admire the naturally sculpted stone bridge. The surrounding area is full of waterfalls, clear springs, and strange rocks. The plank road is easy to walk on, and strolling here with the mist in the air is very refreshing.
Travel Routes
- Three-day tour route: Day 1 visit Dajiuhu Scenic Area and Shennongding Scenic Area (half a day each); Day 2 visit Guanmenshan, Tianshengqiao, and Shennongtan (three attractions concentrated, time can be flexibly allocated); Day 3 head to Tianyan Scenic Area to enjoy half a day of primitive forest oxygen time.
Accommodation Recommendations
- Crowne Plaza Shennongjia: Located at No. 2 Airport Road, Hongping Town, rated 4.6, a great place for family vacations and popular check-ins, surrounded by a forest oxygen bar.
- Arcadia Forest Hotel Shennongjia: Located on the Longjiangping-Yueduan highway section, rated 4.5, offers private panoramic balconies overlooking rolling mountains with beautiful scenery.
- Nanxi·Chunfeng Shili Wilderness Resort Hotel (Shennongjia Muyu Branch): The homestay has a super large courtyard where you can experience local customs, rated 4.9, with a good accommodation experience.
Food Recommendations
- Shennong Cured Pig Trotters: Local specialty with rich cured flavor and tender meat.
- Mushroom Stewed Native Chicken: Made with local native chicken and wild mushrooms, the soup is delicious and nutritious.
- Alpine Wild Vegetables: Such as wild bamboo shoots and bracken, green and healthy with a fresh and tender taste.
- Shennongjia Small Potatoes: Soft, glutinous, and sweet, can be cooked in various ways such as pan-frying, roasting, or boiling.
Notes
- There is a large temperature difference between day and night in the scenic area, so bring warm clothing. It is recommended to wear anti-slip hiking shoes when hiking.
- Some attractions are at high altitudes, such as Shennongding. If you feel unwell, take precautions against altitude sickness.
- There are wild animals in the forest area. Do not disturb them and keep a safe distance.
Post by _Nick_27 | Aug 12, 2025












