There are many good places for hiking around Shenyang. Let's introduce them in detail for our friends! If you want to climb mountains, we recommend visiting attractions such as Mount Mal, Mount Haitang, and Mount Wunv. For more information on these attractions, please refer to the following text
Overview of Popular Mountain Climbing Spots
Introduction: There are many scenic spots around Shenyang that are suitable for mountain climbing, each with its own characteristics and attracting many tourists
(1) Qipanshan Scenic Area
As a national 4A level tourist attraction, Qipanshan integrates beautiful natural scenery and historical and cultural landscapes, like a brilliant pearl embedded in the northeast of Shenyang.
. The mountain is named after the large stones that are flat and square like a chessboard, and is one of the popular choices for Shenyang residents to climb mountains. The total planned area of Qipanshan Scenic Area is 148 square kilometers, with a hilly terrain that belongs to the tectonic erosion hilly terrain. The altitude ranges from 100 to 266 meters, and the terrain slope varies from 10 to 30 degrees. The scenic area is mainly composed of Huishan, Qipanshan, Dayangshan, and Xiuhu, with famous attractions such as "Huishan Qingxue", "Ancient Qipanshan Site", and "Yangshan Diecui". Not only can you climb mountains here, but you can also experience entertainment projects such as cable cars, slides, and wilderness CS. In winter, it is a world of ice and snow, a paradise for watching ice sculptures and playing snow skiing
(II) Ma'ershan Scenic Area
Ma'ershan is a national AAA level tourist attraction and the highest peak in southern Shenyang. At the mountaintop, there are two peaks standing side by side, resembling a horse ear from a distance. The scenery is pleasant and suitable for family outings, self driving tours, etc. The main peak of Mount Ma Er has an elevation of 330.8 meters and is steep with a cutting depth of over 15 meters. The ridge is narrow and long. The Ma'ershan Ecotourism Area boasts beautiful scenery and fragrant fruit flavors. It features naturally formed attractions such as Stone Man and Stone Horse, Chaoyang Cave, and Shadow Cave, as well as a national agricultural tourism demonstration site - Cherry Valley Manor. The three months of August, September, and October each year are the best seasons for tourists to experience the joy of picking
(III) Qixingshan Scenic Area
It is named after its mountain shape distribution that resembles the shape of the Big Dipper, with rich cultural landscapes and numerous historical sites. Backed by the Liao River, with ravines crisscrossing the mountains and layers of lush greenery, it is a charming mountain climbing destination. Qixing Mountain was formed in the late Jurassic period, consisting of seven mountain peaks including Nanshan and Tashan. There are ancient pagodas from the Liao Dynasty built in 1074, stone Buddhas and temples constructed by the Tuoba clan of the Northern Wei Dynasty, and the ruins of the "Shuangzhou Ancient City" in the scenic area. The Qixingshan Scenic Area is surrounded by the birthplace of the Xibe ethnic group and the settlement of the Korean ethnic group, with simple folk customs and unique charm
(IV) Barhu Mountain
Barhu Mountain is the highest peak in Shenyang and is a remnant of the Yiwulu Mountain. The mountain is steep, with dense forests and a good ecological environment, making it an excellent place to experience the beauty of nature. The Balhu Mountain Scenic Area covers an area of 8434 hectares and has 99 peaks. The main peak is 447.2 meters high, with natural secondary forest vegetation on the mountain. The valley is deep and peaceful, with dense trees. There are 99 peaks of various sizes here, with dense forests and abundant plant resources in the mountainous areas. There are also numerous historical relics, such as the ancient Great Wall, Princess's Mausoleum, and Monk King's Mausoleum
II. Introduction to Featured Mountain Climbing Spots
(1) Shenyang Guipo Scenic Area
Shenyang Guipo Scenic Area is located in Shenbei New District and is a place full of mystery. Here, there are unique geological landforms and beautiful natural scenery, with strange slopes, rocks, forests and other natural landscapes as the main features. Guipo is a slope that is over 80 meters long and about 15 meters wide, with a west high and east low trend. Various vehicles come here to go downhill without driving (pedaling), while going uphill without driving (pedaling) but automatically sliding upwards, which is amazing<55. There are 20 Tiger Park sightseeing buses, and tourists can compete with passengers on the bus to buy meat strips, live chickens, and other items to feed the tigers, for about 10 yuan each. In addition to tigers, the Tiger Park also has animals such as lions, lion and tiger beasts, spinning black bears, peacocks, alpacas, leopards, monkeys, and a small amusement park for children to play in. It takes about 10 minutes to walk from Yunwu Forest to Langlang Mountain, where there are popular photo spots and adult amusement parks where you can swing on the swings and self heal. Enter from the entrance of the strange slope, the ticket includes a bicycle, and you can experience it for free. The more than 300 meters long glass walkway can overlook the strange slope scenery. The koi fish pond is also a beautiful scenery Shenyang National Forest Park is located in Magang Township, Xinchengzi District, northeast suburb of Shenyang City, 40 kilometers south of the city center, 8 kilometers west of Shenha Expressway, 40 kilometers east of Fushun, and 40 kilometers north of Tieling. As a unique nature reserve, this area boasts natural landscapes such as pristine forests, lakes, and mountains The park is rich in vegetation, with over 270 species of plants, including more than 50 vascular plants, over 80 lipid plants, and over 80 medicinal plants. Animal resources are also relatively abundant, with 67 species belonging to 51 genera in 23 families, including wolves, roe deer, Mongolian rabbits, yellow weasels, rhododendrons, night eagles, woodpeckers, shrikes, and orioles Ancient Chess Panshi is located in the Qipanshan Scenic Area. It is a stone naturally carved into a "chessboard" shape, with a history of thousands of years and profound cultural heritage. Miao Gong'en, a famous scholar from Shengjing during the Qing Dynasty, once wrote in his poem "Huishan": "There are large stones on the banks of Shanyang, which are over ten zhang wide and are said to be the chessboard of immortals." Legend has it that in ancient times, on the day when lotus flowers were in full bloom, various immortals would come to Tianchi to bathe and pick lotus flowers. One year, Tie Guai Li and Lv Dongbin bid farewell to the gods by the Tianchi Lake, driving on clouds. Suddenly, they discovered a strange mountain shining under their feet, piercing their eyes. Two immortals gather clouds and dispel fog, arriving at the cliff. I saw mountains and rocks as jade, and green trees as emerald green. There is a flat giant stone chessboard on the mountaintop. So the two immortals took a break and played chess, killing until the sky was dim and the earth was dark. The reputation of "Chessboard Mountain" comes from this. On the ancient chess board, there is a pair of leftover pieces, with the words "Star Falling Stone Table" carved on the lower side, symbolizing the saying "Heaven and earth are the stars of the game, and the relics turn into immortal fate for thousands of years" Tourists can enjoy chess, sightseeing, and observing the nature of heaven and earth here. Standing here, overlooking the scenery, you can see the full view of Xiuhu Lake. The distant mountains and nearby trees, as well as the lake and mountain scenery, offer a panoramic view. This place is suitable for running and hiking, and is a great place for tourists to experience the charm of nature and culture Dadong Park is a beautiful scenic spot in Dadong District, Shenyang City, with vast green spaces, lakes, and children's play facilities. People of all ages can find fun here and it's also a great choice for hiking Dadong Park is a great place for leisure, suitable for walking dogs, running, admiring flowers, etc. It is also suitable for family outings and enjoying parent-child time. Here, people can relax and feel the beauty of nature Chaoyang Mountain is located in the Zhujia area of Hunnan District, on the ecological tourism belt, with a superior ecological environment. The terrain here is unique, with small hills protruding from the flat ground and surrounding wetlands forming a beautiful natural landscape. The scenery varies throughout the four seasons, with spring welcoming, apricot and cherry blossoms blooming, bringing a visual feast; In summer, wetlands at the foot of the mountain converge into a river, with lotus leaves connecting to the sky, like a water town in Jiangnan; In autumn, the forests are all dyed and beautiful; In winter, wrapped in silver and plain, it has a unique flavor. There is also the Tang Dynasty ancient temple Chaoyang Temple located on Chaoyang Mountain. The buildings inside the temple are quaint and elegant, full of historical atmosphere. In particular, the Bodhi Pine in front of the Mahavira Hall is one of the oldest and largest ancient pines in Shenyang, with a tree age of more than 1000 years, shaped like a canopy and shaped like a dragon. In addition, there are many unique attractions in the scenic area, such as the Pig Track Stone, Brother Tree, Big Dipper Seven Star Forest, and Lianlian Branch, allowing tourists to appreciate the natural beauty while also feeling the strong humanistic atmosphere. This is a charming and niche mountain climbing destination, perfect for tourists who enjoy exploring nature and history Qingxue Building is located in Huishan, Qipanshan Scenic Area, with a long history and profound cultural heritage. As an important part of Qipanshan Scenic Area, Huishan attracts numerous tourists with its unique natural scenery and rich historical culture. Huishan has an altitude of 265 meters and has stone steps on the mountain. Climbing to Huishan, you can see the Qingxue Tower, Dangerous Pavilion, and Hanging Terrace at the top of the mountain. Qingxue Building is derived from the meaning of Qingxue in Huishan. The building has two floors, with stairs for going up and down. Climbing to Qingxue Tower, you will reach the highest point of Huishan, where you can enjoy the scenery of water, light, and mountains for more than ten miles around. This place is very suitable for taking children hiking together. Children can exercise their bodies and feel the charm of nature during the hiking process. At the same time, parents can tell their children the historical stories of Qingxue Tower, allowing them to understand the history and culture of Shenyang and achieve the integration of history and nature Although there are not many introductions to Shenyang Shuidong (Tibetan Army Cave) Scenic Area, as a scenic area, it also has its unique natural charm waiting for tourists to explore. It is located in Baiqingzhai Street, Sujiatun District, Shenyang City, in the golden zone where Shenyang, Benxi, and Fushun meet. It is an important part of the Golden Triangle Forest Park, covering an area of 5 square kilometers and consisting of three caves including the Tibetan Army Cave. Shuidong is nestled in the embrace of mountains, with beautiful mountains and rivers outside, birds chirping and flowers blooming. The cave winds and stretches for over 800 meters, with winding paths leading to secluded surroundings, water curtains and silver waterfalls, creating a unique cave paradise. Standing in the ancient cave, it's full of wonders, like entering a fairyland. According to legend, it was named after Marshal Xue Li of the early Tang Dynasty who took refuge here, and now the cave has been renovated. The eighteen sets of reliefs, including Dream Disturbing Green Dragon, with Xue Li's expedition to the east as the main theme, are vividly portrayed under the interplay of five colored lanterns, as if one were there. This is a mysterious and niche mountain climbing attraction, waiting for tourists to discover its unique beauty Mount Maershan has two peaks standing side by side, resembling the two ears of a horse, hence its name. It is only 28 kilometers away from the city center of Shenyang and is a favorite among self driving barbecue enthusiasts. Mount Maershan is a remnant of a thousand mountains, with an altitude of 330.8 meters. The ridge is narrow and the tributaries are continuous. There are abundant native plants such as deciduous broad-leaved forests and locust forests on the mountain, and there are few traces of development. There are many natural scenery such as stone people and stone horses Scenic Area Information: Scenic Area Name: Ma'ershan Address: Yaoqianhutun Town, Sujiatun District, Shenyang Scenic Area Features: Wild mountains, a great place for self driving barbecue, suitable for group gatherings, Note: Not very suitable for friends who only climb mountains and play Development Level: ★★ Climbing Difficulty: ★ Self driving Route: Departing from Shenyang (Youth North Street Expressway) - Danfu Expressway (15 kilometers) - Tonggou Interchange - Wubai Highway - Shenben Industrial Avenue Bus Information: You can take the subway Get off at the Olympic Sports Center Station on Line 2, take bus No. 395 at the China Women's Street Station and get off at Yaoqian Station, then take a taxi to the Ma'ershan Scenic Area. Haitang Mountain is located in Fumeng County, Fuxin, with an altitude of 715.5 meters, It is a scenic spot that combines natural and cultural landscapes. The mountains here are beautiful, the rocks are rugged, and there are many types of trees. Haitang Mountain also exhibits different colors in different seasons Scenic Area Information: Scenic Area Name: Haitang Mountain Address: Fuxin Mongolian Autonomous County, Fuxin City Scenic Area Features; The minimum fare for regular/express trains is 25.5 yuan (3 hours); Bus 74 yuan (Liaoning Province Rapid Transit Bus Station) Wunv Mountain is located in Huanren Manchu Autonomous County, 8 kilometers away from the county seat. The surrounding cliffs of the mountain top are rectangular, with the main peak at an altitude of 804 meters and a length of 1500 meters from north to south. Wunv Mountain has its unique colors all year round. Tourists can not only enjoy the colorful mountains here, but also feel the panoramic view of "seeing all the mountains at once" when climbing to the top Scenic Area Information: Scenic Area Name: Wunv Mountain Address: Huanren Town, Huanren Manchu Autonomous County, Benxi City Scenic Area Features: Wunv Mountain has beautiful natural landscapes, bright forest colors, and high mountain terrain. While climbing, you can experience the excitement of heart pounding and still observe the beauty of the mountains and forests. Development Level: ★★★★★★★ Climbing Difficulty: ★★★ Self driving Route: Departing from Shenyang (Dongwangbei Street Expressway) - Shenji Expressway (77 kilometers) - Nantong Expressway (52 kilometers) - Yonghuan Expressway (70 kilometers) - Heda Line Bus information: Shenyang to Benxi high-speed train/high-speed rail second-class seat 25 yuan (30 minutes); The minimum fare for regular/express trains is 6 yuan (1 hour); Bus 19 yuan (Shenyang SK Bus Station) is that it is very large! Moreover, Yiwulu Mountain has a long history and culture, beautiful scenery, and scattered attractions within the scenic area. Even if there are many people, it will not give tourists a crowded feeling Main attractions in the scenic area: Beizhen Temple, Shengshui Bridge, Yuchi, Guanyin Pavilion, Sijiao Pavilion, Kuangguan Pavilion, Penglai Wonderland, Lianhua Stone, Wanghai Temple, Wannian Pine, Mingshan, Laoye Pavilion, Fengjing, Taohua Cave, Baiyun Pass, Yumu Tianbiao, etc. Scenic area information: Scenic spot name: Yiwulu Mountain Address: Northeast of Yixian Town, Jinzhou City Scenic area characteristics: Due to the large area of the scenic area, it is suitable for all day play. There are many scenic spots in the scenic area, and traveling together can better experience the fun of mountaineering Development level: ★★ ★★★ Climbing difficulty: ★★ Self driving route: Shenyang departure - Yingbin Road viaduct to Shenda Road - Jingha Expressway (129 kilometers) - Fupan Expressway (60 kilometers) -Dashi Interchange-S304-X706 Train/Bus Information: Second class seats on high-speed trains from Shenyang to Jinzhou cost 65.5 yuan (1.5 hours); The minimum fare for regular/express trains is 32.5 yuan (3 hours); Bus 76 yuan (Liaoning Province Rapid Bus Terminal) Qipanshan International Scenic Tourism Development Zone is the largest natural scenic area in Shenyang, with a planned area of 203 square kilometers. It is a tourist destination mainly composed of natural mountains, rivers, and trees, integrating forest ecological tourism, ice and snow tourism, scenic tourism, vacation tourism, scenic spot tourism, chess and card competition, popular science knowledge, commercial shopping, and cultural and sports entertainment Opening hours: 8:30-17:00 Address: Qipanshan Scenic Area, Hunnan District, Shenyang City Fenghuang Mountain is one of the four famous mountains in Fengtian and the top mountain in Liaodong area. It is known as the "National Famous Mountain", "First Mountain of the Great Wall", and "First Mountain of Chinese Adventure". During the reign of Emperor Taizong of Tang Zhenguan, Li Shimin was on an imperial tour to the east. While visiting this mountain, there was a legend of "Phoenix Worshiping Ancestor", and he named it "Phoenix Mountain" Address: About 4 kilometers southeast of Fengcheng City, Dandong City "White Dragon Stream", "Green Dragon Stream", "Jade Dragon Stream", "Tianhua Peak", A magnificent scenery, with thousands of stunning mountains Opening hours: 07:00-17:00 Address: North of Shushui Town, Kuandian Manchu Autonomous County, Dandong City Qianshan is composed of nearly a thousand unique peaks resembling lotus flowers, with beautiful natural scenery. Although it lacks the grandeur of the Five Sacred Mountains, it has the magnificence of a thousand peaks, displaying its unique group heroic posture like an endless natural painting on the land of Liaodong. To count the flowers to the blue sky, 999 hibiscus flowers. "This is the final song of the Qing Dynasty poet Yao Yuanzhi about Qianshan Opening hours: 08:00-16:30 Address: No. 79 Qianshan East Road, Anshan City(II) Shenyang National Forest Park
(III) Phoenix Mountain is located in Hunnan District, with glass walkway and other characteristic landscapes, and the natural scenery is excellent. Emperor Taizong of Tang, Li Shimin, once led an imperial expedition to the east. While visiting this mountain, he heard the legend of "Phoenix Worshiping Ancestors" and named it "Phoenix Mountain"
(IV) Ancient Chess Panshi
(V) Dadong Park
3. Recommended for niche mountain climbing attractions
(1) Chaoyang Mountain Scenic Area
(II) Qingxue Building
(III) Shenyang Shuidong (Tibetan Army Cave) Scenic Area
4. Recommended Surrounding Scenic Spots
1. Mount Maershan
3. Wunv Mountain
4. The advantage of Yiwulv Mountain
5. Qipanshan
6. Fenghuang Mountain
7, Tianhua Mountain
8, Qianshan