Foshan is now a great time to go hiking. Take advantage of the nice weather and go hiking with a couple of friends. Not only can you enjoy the scenery, but you can also exercise. Below are some recommended hiking spots.
1、Xijiao Mountain Scenic Area (5A)
Xijiao Mountain is rich in scenic resources, with 72 peaks, 36 caves, 232 clear springs, 28 waterfalls, East and West 2 sky lakes, and many historical sites and lakes, springs, ravines, rocks, walls, pools, and platforms interspersed among them. The Tianhu Park in autumn is one of the most worthwhile attractions in Xijiao Mountain. The lake water is green and calm, like a mirror, the breeze blows and moves
It is even more charming. The surface of the water is like a piece of transparent emerald green, flowing with brilliance in the tranquility. The osmanthus flowers in Xijiao Mountain are gradually blooming. Following the fragrance of flowers and the shadow of flowers, you can visit the ancient villages and see the thousand-foot waterfalls, the Leafless Well, the Jiulongyan, and the Shiyan Caves with their gurgling streams and fluttering wildflowers~
Hiking route reference: Xijiao Mountain Ring Mountain Flower Sea (starting point) → Xijiao Mountain South Gate Trail → Yunyan Ancient Temple Viewing Platform → Jiulongyan → Sifangzhu → Tea Garden → Peach Blossom Garden → Rhododendron Garden → Tianhu Park
Address: Huanshan Avenue, Shan Nan Road, Xijiao Town, Nanhai District, Foshan City
Opening hours: All year round 07:30-17:30
2、Nanhai Bay Forest Ecological Park
Nanhai Bay Forest Ecological Park is a piece of pure land in the heart of the Pearl River Delta. The southern part of the Tea Mountain range, with mountains embracing on all sides, lush green mountains and cascading waterfalls that never cease; on the hillside of Tea Mountain, by the Yinkeng Creek, stands a historically renowned Taoist architectural complex – Qingyun Cave; Nanhai Bay Forest Ecological Park has unique scenery, combining the ancient, the majestic, the clear, the secluded, and the beautiful. Strange pines, secluded valleys, strange rocks, blue water, beautiful mountains, naturally created, beautiful beyond compare; the Yinxian, known as the “soul” of the scenic area, stretches for dozens of miles, with water flowing year-round; within the scenic area, divine pools are tumbling, waterfalls flow, ancient bamboos are lined up, vines are densely entwined, and the air in the depths of the mountains is rich in negative ions, making it a “forest bathing” paradise.
Address: End of the South Section of County Road 517, West Bank, Xijiao Town, Nanhai District, Foshan City
Opening hours: 8:00-17:00
Address: Qingyun Avenue, West Bank, Xijiao Town, Nanhai District, Foshan City
Transportation: You can drive directly to “Nanhai Bay Forest Ecological Park” or take the Chiao 09 bus to the terminal and walk about 1 minute to reach the park.
3、Zhanqi Peak Ecological Park
The Zhanqi Tower in Li Shui, Nanhai District, is a building with a strong Han and Tang dynasty style. It leaves behind the hustle and bustle of the city, with its vermilion railings, green tiles, white walls, tree-lined paths, stone paths, and blooming purple glories. The Zhanqi Tower is located at the northernmost point of the central axis of Qianghu Lake, echoing the Guixing Pavilion at the southern end, forming a “South Pavilion and North Tower” pattern in the core of Nanhai District. The Zhanqi Tower is decorated with ancient colors, making people linger. The layered dougong, like wings, extend outward, majestic and towering. It is not as simple and heavy as ordinary ancient pagodas. It has more of a unique Han and Tang dynasty flavor.
Zhanqi Tower is a historical and cultural exhibition hall that integrates historical figures, historical sites, ancient architecture, and intangible cultural heritage, and is full of local cultural atmosphere. As the sun sets and the golden light bathes the sky, it is as if you can reach out and touch the clouds floating in the sky. The Zhanqi Tower, illuminated at night, is dreamy and ethereal. The lights decorate this new landmark of Foshan like a beautiful and dazzling jewel in the night, and also like a lighthouse in the city, illuminating thousands of households.
Ticket price: Free
Address: Zhanqi Peak Ecological Park, Nanhai District (West of Lishui Avenue South)
Zhanqi Tower Lighting time: 18:30-20:00
4、Sanshan Forest Park
Adjacent to Guangzhou South Station, a lush Sanshan Forest Park is the most beloved “natural oxygen bar” for people in Guicheng. In Sanshan Forest Park, a huge sunny lawn catches the eye. It is surrounded by green trees and lakes, making it a natural barrier that separates it from the urban hustle and bustle. This weekend, why not come here and immerse yourself in the embrace of nature, enjoy the warmth of autumn and the ease of travel! Camp out under the trees, spread out a blanket, bring your own lunch, lie down and watch the high-speed trains whizzing by, and feel the peace of time.
Ticket price: Free
Location: Sanshan Forest Park (about 200 meters east of the intersection of Yongyuan South Road and Yongyuan Residents Committee South Street, Nanhai District)
Transportation: Please navigate to the above address, or navigate to “Sanshan Forest Park – Parking Lot” (Note: there are two Sanshan Forest Park – Parking Lots, you can park at the parking lot near the northeast).
5、Nandan Mountain Forest Kingdom
Nandan Mountain is located in Nanshan Town, Sanshui District, and is known as the “Shangri-La of Guangdong”. Nandan Mountain Forest Kingdom has also been rated as a National AAA Scenic Spot and one of the Eight Sceneries of Sanshui, “Danshan Die Cui”. Nandan Mountain Forest Kingdom. It has nearly 3,000 species of wild animals and plants, making it a true “natural subtropical zoological and botanical museum”.
Address: S528 Provincial Road, Nanshan Town, Sanshui District, Foshan City, Guangdong Province
6、Yunyong Forest Park
Ascend to the highest peak of the Yunyong Forestry Farm, the Chicken Cage Mountain Peak, and experience the magnificent scenery of being surrounded by a vast sea of trees, clouds flying, and green waves rolling! Foshan Yunyong Forestry Farm is located in Mingcheng Town, Gaoming District, Foshan City, with excellent natural conditions and convenient transportation. It is only a 2-hour drive from Guangzhou City. The forestry farm covers an area of 30,100 mu, with a forest coverage rate of 98.36%, making it the largest urban green lung in Foshan with the most complete forest ecosystem. It is known as the “Saihanba of the Pearl River Delta”.
Foshan Yunyong Forestry Farm is rich in wild animal and plant resources, with 520 species of vascular plants and 47 species of wild animals. Its ecological service value exceeds 2.6 billion yuan. In recent years, the forestry farm has successively won the title of “China Forest Experience Base”, “China’s Most Beautiful Forestry Farm”, “Advanced Collective in the National Forestry System”, “Outstanding Contribution Unit of 20 Years of Attention to Forest Activities”, “Top Ten Forestry Farms in China”, and other titles.
Ticket price: No ticket required
Address: Yunyong Forest Park, Mingcheng Town, Gaoming District, Foshan City
Opening hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
7、Shunfeng Mountain Park
In Shunfeng Mountain Park during the day, every flower and every grass, every tree and every bird, will bring you the most “original” natural beauty. However, the charm of Shunfeng Mountain Park is not just that! Shunfeng Mountain Park at night is sure to amaze you again! Look at this sparkling Shunfeng Mountain archway, towering pagoda… Compared to the “Shunde Eye” Ferris wheel at the nearby Shunde Happy Coast PLUS, it is no less impressive! Shunfeng Mountain Park at night is golden and bright, like a treasure chest waiting for everyone to come and harvest surprises!
Ticket price: No ticket required
Address: Intersection of Nanguo East Road and Junan Road, Daliang Street, Shunde District
Opening hours: 6:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Self-driving: Navigate to the west entrance of Shunfeng Mountain Park.
Bus: Take bus No. 304a, 311, 316, 380, 920, Fo 307, etc., get off at Shunfeng Mountain Park Station, and walk south from the main archway along Qingyun Lake to Shunfeng Flower Sea.
8、Dafu Gang Forest Park
Dafu Gang Forest Park is located in Lianfeng Community, Shiwan Street, Chancheng District. The park has mountains, water, and historical relics… At the foot of the mountain, you can see tall and verdant trees standing in rows on the mountain ridge. The towering Baofeng Pagoda reaches for the blue sky. Ascend the Baofeng Pagoda and you can overlook the scenery of the park.
Opening hours: All day
Ticket price: Free
Address: 100 meters east of Xingguang Road East, Shiwan Town Street, Chancheng District, Foshan City
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