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Xinglong Mountain Tourism Area

兰州兴隆山景区

Gansu, Lanzhou·37.4396°N, 101.5420°E

Ticket Price

Peak season CNY 80, off-season CNY 50

Duration

2-3 hours

About Xinglong Mountain Tourism Area

Hike Xinglong Mountain, the forest reserve closest to Lanzhou, famous for its twin peaks and the Yunlong wooden arch bridge spanning the gorge. Temples, historical relics, and pine-shaded trails make it a favorite half-day escape.

Highlights

• Hike a twin-peak forest mountain with the famous Yunlong wooden arch bridge spanning the gorge. • See temples, Chengdu Khan relics and fresh-air trails. • The closest national forest reserve to Lanzhou.

Suggested Route

Enter at the west gate → Yunlong Bridge → Xinglong Peak → Qiyun Peak → cable car down; allow half a day.

Food & Lodging

Try Yuzhong dishes and mountain snacks; lodging in Lanzhou or Yuzhong county.

Facilities

Parking, restrooms, a cable car, a visitor center, and dining; some steep trails.

Travel Tips

Wear layers as mountain weather can change quickly. Photography is best in golden hour.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: May-October

🏮Golden Week alert: May 1-5 and Oct 1-7 are China's biggest travel peaks — top attractions sell out days ahead. Book tickets the moment they open.

⏰Many museums and palaces close on Mondays (e.g. Forbidden City, National Museum). Plan around it.

Location

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Buying tickets as a foreign visitor

• Most 5A/4A sites require real-name registration — bring your passport.

• Tickets often must be booked in advance online — peak season & holidays sell out quickly.

• Some remote or border-area sites have entry restrictions for foreign visitors — check before you travel.

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Opening Hours

07:00-18:00 (peak season), 08:00-17:00 (off-season)

Getting There

Xinglongshan Village, Yuzhong County, Lanzhou (~45-50 km from city); bus from Lanzhou East station to Yuzhong then taxi; drive via Lianhuo Expressway.

Reservation

Ticket peak 40 RMB (one mountain) / 70 combo; book via OTA.

Ticket Price

Peak season CNY 80 (≈ $11), off-season CNY 50 (≈ $7.0)

Address

甘肃省兰州市榆中县S104甘肃兴隆山国家级自然保护区

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address

兰州兴隆山景区

甘肃省兰州市榆中县S104甘肃兴隆山国家级自然保护区

37.4396, 101.5420

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