Hunan, China · Zhangjiajie
An information gateway among the sandstone peaks
Attractions, itineraries, transport, stays, seasons and visitor services — in parallel Chinese and English editions. Anything about fares, hours or policies is referred back to official sources.
Attractions
Core scenic areas
Every attraction has a full Chinese page and a full English page; switching language keeps you on the same content.
Wulingyuan District, Zhangjiajie
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
China’s first national forest park
Yongding District, Zhangjiajie
Tianmen Mountain
Tianmen Cave and the mountain road
Wulingyuan District, Zhangjiajie
Huanglong Cave
Large karst cave system
Wulingyuan District, Zhangjiajie
Baofeng Lake
Mountain lake and boat route
Cili County, Zhangjiajie
Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon
Canyon landscape and glass bridge
Wulingyuan District, Zhangjiajie
Yuanjiajie
Peak-forest plateau and viewing decks
Wulingyuan District, Zhangjiajie
Jinbian Stream
Valley-floor stream walk
Wulingyuan District, Zhangjiajie
Ten-Mile Gallery
Valley viewing corridor
Itineraries
Suggested itineraries
Reference routes by length and intensity — a starting point for self-planned trips.
Wulingyuan Classic – 3 Days
3 daysA three-day plan focused on the core Wulingyuan area: peak-forest plateaus, a valley-floor stream walk and a viewing corridor. Well suited to first-time visitors who want the signature landforms.
Moderate: a fair amount of walking and steps
Tianmen Mountain – 1 Day
1 daysA single-theme day trip to Tianmen Mountain, doable from the city and ideal if you are short on time or want to avoid changing hotels.
Moderate: cableway plus walkways
Family Friendly – 4 Days
4 daysAlternates demanding plateau sections with easier cave and lake stops, leaving time for midday breaks — suited to trips with children or older family members.
Easy: mostly low-intensity routes
Photography Focus – 5 Days
5 daysA five-day plan built around sea of clouds, peak forest and changing light, focused on dawn and dusk positions with buffer time to wait for conditions.
Higher: multiple dawn/dusk locations and lots of walking
Seasons & Events
Seasons and weather
Landscapes differ a lot by season — choosing the season first usually makes planning easier.
Approx. March – May
Spring
Temperatures rise and vegetation turns green; increased rain often brings mist and cloud. A common window for peak viewing and valley walks, with showers and slippery paths to watch for.
Approx. June – August
Summer
The mountains stay relatively cool, making summer a popular retreat and a school-holiday peak. Thunderstorms and heavy rain can trigger temporary crowd limits or route changes — follow official notices.
Approx. September – November
Autumn
Less rain and clearer air make autumn a favourite for long-distance views and photography. The day–night temperature gap widens, so warm layers are needed at dawn and dusk.
Approx. December – February
Winter
Cold spells can bring rime, glaze ice and snow, and temporary measures may apply to icy high-elevation sections. Check road, cableway and walkway status before setting out.
Verify first, then travel
Information notice
This site does not publish unverified ticket prices, opening hours, discounts or booking channels. Always confirm with the official scenic-area channels before travelling.