Baidong Gorge Travel Guide! One Glance at 500 Million Years, One Cave, One World!

Walk through the Cambrian in a cool 17°C karst cave, strolling through an underground art palace

🏞 Introduction: Meet Baidong Gorge
Baidong Gorge Tourist Area is located at the junction of Hubei and Jiangxi provinces, in Yanggang Town, Yangxin County, Huangshi City, situated on the northern foothills of the Mufu Mountains. This is a geological wonder where a canyon runs through hundreds of caves, combining mountains, cliffs, caves, gorges, and ancient sites, embodying uniqueness, grandeur, elegance, beauty, and mystery.

The most captivating attraction is the Cambrian karst cave wonder dating back 500 million years. The main cave, "Mountain and Sea Illusion," stretches 3,600 meters long, consisting of 6 large cave halls and numerous smaller caves. It maintains a constant temperature of 17-18°C year-round, warm in winter and cool in summer, serving as a natural air-conditioned room. Additionally, Baidong Gorge boasts four world records: the largest cave sightseeing elevator, the largest natural cave glass viewing platform, the largest single cave chamber, and the largest columnar stalactite.

🕘 Opening Hours
Open year-round: 08:30-17:30

Last admission: 15:30

Recommended visit duration: half a day to one day

Friendly reminder: Admission stops after 15:30. Please plan your trip accordingly, and it is recommended to visit in the morning to fully experience all attractions.

💴 Ticket Prices
Baidong Gorge tickets start at 88 RMB, with various ticket types available:
Recent promotions: The Huangshi Cultural and Tourism Department occasionally launches promotional events. For example, during the recent "Zhiyin Hubei · Super Cultural Tourism Day," Baidong Gorge offered a 50% discount on the main entrance ticket for the first 3,777 visitors. It is recommended to check for the latest discounts before traveling.

⛺ Attractions and Activities
1. Karst Cave Exploration - "Mountain and Sea Illusion"
The main cave "Mountain and Sea Illusion" is the largest in Central China, with breathtaking cave scenery:

Underground Art Palace: Admire the magnificent stalagmites, stalactites, stone columns, and stone curtains, all uniquely shaped and stunning

Cave Glass Viewing Platform: Stand on one of Central China's largest glass viewing platforms inside a cave and look down at the walkway lights resembling stars shining in the Milky Way

Fairyland of Yaochi: Some stalactites inside are completely transparent, exquisite like jade palaces; others shine golden, overlapping like dragon scales

Cambrian Time Travel: The cave features sky bridges, stone forests, cliffs, sheer walls, peaks, and secluded valleys, as if stepping into the Cambrian period 500 million years ago

2. Canyon Adventure
Step out of the cave into a magnificent and majestic gorge:

Hanging Cliff Walkway: Experience the thrill of walking suspended in midair on this extraordinary hanging walkway

Divine Soldier Cliff: Resembling a million mighty soldiers charging forward, it is awe-inspiring and refreshing

Canyon Ecology: Lush green trees, birdsong, fragrant flowers, bubbling springs, with diverse landscapes including streams, ancient bridges, clear springs, waterfalls, giant rocks, caves, and fissures

3. Thrilling Experience Activities
Cliff Swing: Feel your heartbeat race as you swing over the canyon

Glass Water Slide: Glide through transparent slides surrounded by beautiful scenery

Dry Slide: Quickly slide down the hillside track for a different kind of fun

Suggested Visit Order
Morning: Arrive at the scenic area → Take the shuttle bus → Take the sightseeing elevator directly to the main cave → Explore the "Mountain and Sea Illusion" cave (about 1.5-2 hours)
Noon: Dine at the cave exit restaurant (if open)
Afternoon: Hanging Cliff Walkway → Divine Soldier Cliff → Experience thrilling activities (cliff swing/glass water slide, etc.) → Canyon stroll → Return

🚌 Transportation Guide
Self-driving route
Navigation address: No.1 Baidong Gorge Tourist Area, Jinshan Community, Dongxia Village, Yanggang Town, Yangxin County, Huangshi City, Hubei Province

Take the Daguangnan Expressway, drive about 1 hour to Longgang Town exit, then drive about 8 kilometers towards Yanggang Town

Tour Shuttle Bus
Operating time: Every Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday from July to September

Group requirement: Minimum of three people to form a group

Suggestion: Call in advance to confirm the schedule

👉 Itinerary Recommendations
One-day tour theme: Canyon Exploration

Two-day tour recommendation
Day 1: Full-day tour of Baidong Gorge Scenic Area → Evening transfer to Daye City → Stay at Leishan Hot Spring Resort Hotel to soak in hot springs and relieve fatigue
Day 2: Visit Xiaoleishan Scenic Area (National AAA-level scenic spot) → Return in the afternoon

Four-day tour extension
If you have more time, combine with other Huangshi attractions:

Baidong Gorge → Dishuiya Scenic Area → Xiandao Lake Tourist Resort → Maopu Paragliding Base → Overseas Chinese Town Dinosaur Kingdom Tourist Resort → Dongfang Mountain Scenic Area → Huaxin 1907 Cultural Park.

Accommodation Recommendations
Leishan Hot Spring Resort Hotel: Features natural mineral hot springs and a "green forest oxygen bar"

Local Homestays: Experience the rustic village charm with small bridges, flowing water, and traditional homes

🧡 Preparation Before the Trip
Essential Items
Clothing advice: The cave maintains 17-18°C year-round, bring a light jacket; wear non-slip shoes as some cave and canyon paths may be slippery

Rain gear: Recommend bringing a raincoat instead of an umbrella for easier walking in light rain

Lighting equipment: Carry a small flashlight or headlamp to explore cave details

Photography gear: Camera, tripod (not large), as the cave scenery is very photogenic

Documents: ID card (for ticket purchase and verification), student ID, etc. for discounts

Special groups: Those with heart disease, hypertension, or severe arthritis should decide whether to participate in thrilling activities based on their condition

Other Tips
No flammable, explosive items, knives, or other dangerous goods allowed in the scenic area

Please maintain order, do not run or play roughly, and do not litter

The cave is dimly lit, watch your step, and consider using trekking poles for stability

💎 Conclusion
Baidong Gorge is a comprehensive tourist area combining 500 million years of geological wonders, magnificent canyon scenery, and thrilling activities. Whether you want to explore Earth's history, enjoy nature's coolness and tranquility, or seek excitement and challenge, this place will meet your needs.

Plan a trip to Baidong Gorge and create your own magical memories in this "underground art palace" on the Hubei-Jiangxi border!
Baidong Gorge Tourist Area