Wansheng Longlin Shihai (Dragon Scale Stone Sea / Wansheng Stone Forest)

万盛龙鳞石海景区

Chongqing, Wansheng·29.7742°N, 106.9627°E

Ticket Price

Peak season CNY 100, off-season CNY 60

Duration

4-5 hours

About Wansheng Longlin Shihai (Dragon Scale Stone Sea / Wansheng Stone Forest)

Wansheng's Dragon Scale Stone Sea is an ancient karst stone forest whose weathered rock walls ripple in patterns like dragon scales, one of the region's oldest and most pictorial stone landscapes.

Highlights

• Karst stone forest with rock formations resembling dragon scales. • One of the region's older stone forests, with strange pictographic rocks. • Connected to the Black Valley karst landscape.

Suggested Route

Walk the stone-forest loop among the rock groups and the Stone Forest Museum; allow 2-3 h.

Food & Lodging

Local farm dishes; lodging at Wansheng or Black Mountain guesthouses.

Facilities

Parking, restrooms, boardwalks, and a visitor center.

Travel Tips

Wear comfortable walking shoes. Bring water and sun protection in summer. Check weather conditions before visiting.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November)

🏮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.