Spring has fully awakened the mountains and forests. It's now a perfect time to head outdoors. Pick a sunny day to hike on a verdant mountain, take in the expansive views, and immerse yourself in the healing beauty of nature.
Yunmeng Mountain
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Known as the "Little Huangshan in Northern China", Yunmeng Mountain offers refreshing and gorgeous spring scenery featuring a blend of mountain peaks, shimmering waters, and misty clouds. Lingyun Observation Deck (凌云观景台) is the best spot to view the sea of clouds, stunning sunsets, and a panorama of the Miyun Reservoir.
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Top Spots for "Seascapes" in Miyun: Songyuntai-Jingshan Pavilion (颂云台·敬山亭), Lingyun Observation Deck, and the cable cars.
Mangshan Scenic Area, Beijing Ming Tombs National Forest Park
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This lush park boasts an impressive 96-percent forest coverage rate. With a 15-kilometer hiking trail, it's a favorite among the outdoorsy people in Beijing. Reach the summit for the sweeping views of the Ming Tombs Reservoir — truly a hidden treasure for nature lovers.
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Kiwi Fruit Valley, Dalinggou Village
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Located in the northern mountains of Shisanling Town, Changping District, this scenic area features a 2,500- meter wooden walkway that winds along the mountain slopes. With a total route of about 6.5 kilometers and an elevation gain of 300 meters, the trail is perfect for visitors of all ages.
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Miaofeng Mountain Forest Park
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Ascending the mountain, you will find awe-inspiring views of rolling hills and distant cityscape of Beijing. Between mid- May and mid- June, the park transforms into a fragrant wonderland as hundreds of hectares of roses bloom in the Rose Valley (玫瑰谷) . At that time, you can enjoy a breathtaking spectacle where floral beauty meets floating clouds.
Juling Gorge (Lingshan Ancient Road) Scenic Area
This scenic area houses the 8-kilometer Lingshan Ancient Road (灵山古道), which leads to Donglingshan's main peak at an altitude of 2,303 meters. At the top lies the largest alpine meadow in northern China — lush, breezy, and incredibly photogenic. Every snapshot here feels like a nature-inspired masterpiece.
Qinglong Gorge
A majestic dam stretches between two hills, encapsulating the crystal-clear water within. When the breeze stirs, ripples dance across the water, reflecting the awakening green hills along its shores. The scenic area is therefore known as the "Small Three Gorges of Northern China".
Feeling inspired? Grab your gear and set off for the perfect spring escape!
(Source: Official WeChat account of the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism)
