Bring valid identity documents such as ID cards, which will be used for ticket purchase, accommodation registration, etc.
Clothes
Summer (June August)
Long-sleeved jackets are still needed because the temperature on the mountain is relatively low, especially on rainy days.
Comfortable sports shoes or hiking shoes for easy walking in the scenic area.
Spring and Autumn (May, September)
Windproof jackets, sweaters and other warm clothes are essential.
Light raincoats can be brought to deal with the changeable weather.
Winter (November next March)
Thick down jackets, warm cotton pants, snow boots, etc. are needed to fully protect against the cold.
Warm accessories such as thick gloves, scarves and hats are also indispensable.
Items
Sunscreen, sunglasses and sun hats. The ultraviolet rays in the Changbai Mountain area are strong, so sun protection is needed even in non-summer periods.
Cameras, mobile phones and power banks to record the beautiful moments during the journey.
Commonly used medicines such as cold medicine, stomach medicine, motion sickness medicine, etc.
Transportation Guide
External Transportation
Airplane
Changbai Mountain Airport is relatively close to the west slope scenic area and has flights to some major domestic cities such as Changchun, Shanghai, Guangzhou, etc. After getting off the plane, you can take the airport bus or taxi to the scenic area.
Train
Baihe Station is close to the north slope scenic area of Changbai Mountain, and Songjianghe Station is near the west slope scenic area. You can choose the appropriate station to get off according to your itinerary and then transfer to local vehicles to go to the scenic area.
Internal Transportation
Scenic Area Bus
There are buses shuttling between various scenic spots in the Changbai Mountain scenic area. The cost of the scenic area bus is usually included in the ticket price, which is convenient for tourists to visit in the scenic area.
Chartered Car/Car Pooling
If there are many people traveling together or you want to arrange the itinerary more freely, you can choose to charter a car or carpool and start to various scenic spots at any time according to your own needs.
Scenic Spot Introduction
North Slope Scenic Area
Tianchi of Changbai Mountain
It is the landmark scenic spot of Changbai Mountain, the largest volcanic lake in China and also the deepest alpine lake in the world. The water of Tianchi is clear, surrounded by sixteen peaks. It presents different sceneries under different weather conditions. Sometimes it is surrounded by clouds and mist like a fairyland, and sometimes it is as blue as a mirror under clear skies.
Changbai Waterfall
The water of Tianchi overflows from the gap between Tianwen Peak and Longmen Peak, forming the spectacular Changbai Waterfall. The waterfall is 68 meters high with rapid water flow and magnificent momentum. The Erdao Baihe River below the waterfall flows ceaselessly.
Julong Hot Spring Group
The water temperature of the hot springs here is high and contains a variety of minerals beneficial to the human body. The hot spring group is filled with steam, and there are unique hot spring plants growing on the surrounding rocks, with a strange scenery.
Luyuan Pool
It is named because the pool water is green and deep. The waterfall flows down from the cliff and falls into the pool. The pool water is clear and green, surrounded by trees, with a quiet and beautiful scenery.
West Slope Scenic Area
Tianchi of Changbai Mountain
The view of Tianchi from the west slope is different from that from the north slope, and you can enjoy another aspect of Tianchi. Moreover, the probability of seeing the full view of Tianchi from the west slope is relatively high.
Jinjiang Grand Canyon
Also known as the Changbai Mountain Grand Canyon, it was formed by volcanic eruptions and crustal movements. The canyon is 160 meters deep and 200 300 meters wide. There are many strange rocks and towering trees in the canyon, with a spectacular scenery.
Alpine Garden
Located at an altitude of about 1400 meters on the west slope, a variety of flowers such as irises, lilies and daylilies bloom in July and August, forming a colorful flower sea landscape, like a natural large garden.
South Slope Scenic Area
Tianchi of Changbai Mountain
The view of Tianchi on the south slope is wide, and you can see the full view of Tianchi as well as the surrounding mountains and vegetation, with a magnificent scenery.
Yalu River Grand Canyon
Facing the DPRK across the river, there are many strange rocks on both sides of the canyon and lush trees. The river winds through the canyon, with a unique border scenery.
Accommodation Recommendations
Near the North Slope Scenic Area
Erdao Baihe Town
There are hotels and homestays of various grades to choose from. The hotel facilities are relatively complete and the service is more thoughtful; the homestays are more distinctive and you can experience the local customs.
Near the West Slope Scenic Area
Songjianghe Town
There are various types of accommodation with a wide price range. There are also some characteristic farmhouses in the town where you can taste local farm dishes.
Accommodation in the Scenic Area (if conditions permit)
You can choose to stay in a hot spring hotel on the mountain. You can enjoy the hot spring and avoid the crowds in the early morning or evening to enjoy the unique scenery of Changbai Mountain.
Food Recommendations
Special Dishes
Changbai Mountain Stewed Chicken
Local free-range chickens are selected and stewed with Chinese medicinal materials such as ginseng and wolfberries. The chicken is tender, the soup is delicious and nutritious.
Forest Frog Stewed with Potatoes
The forest frog meat is tender and stewed with potatoes, with a rich flavor. It is a traditional famous dish in the Changbai Mountain area. However, it should be noted that the forest frog is a national protected animal, and only artificially cultured ones can be eaten.
Korean Cold Noodles
Noodles are made by mixing buckwheat flour or wheat flour with starch and water, and then served with ingredients such as beef slices, pickles, cucumber shreds, etc., and topped with a special cold noodle soup. It is sweet and sour and very refreshing.
Special Snacks
Dagao (Beaten Cake)
Glutinous rice is steamed and then beaten repeatedly to form a soft and glutinous cake, which can be eaten with soybean flour, white sugar or honey, sweet and delicious.
Pancake
Made from corn, millet and other coarse grains, it is thin and crispy. It can be eaten with scallions, soybean paste, etc. according to personal taste.
Tour Route Planning
One-day Tour of the North Slope
In the morning, depart from Erdao Baihe Town and take the scenic area bus to the Tianchi transfer center, and then transfer to an off-road vehicle to ascend to Tianchi. After viewing Tianchi, visit the Changbai Waterfall, Julong Hot Spring Group, Luyuan Pool and other scenic spots in turn. Return to the scenic area gate by the scenic area bus in the afternoon.
One-day Tour of the West Slope
In the morning, depart from Songjianghe Town to the west slope scenic area, take the scenic area bus to the Tianchi parking lot, and then hike 1442 steps to the Tianchi observation deck. After that, visit the Jinjiang Grand Canyon, Alpine Garden (flowering period) and other scenic spots, and return to Songjianghe Town in the evening.
Two-day Tour of the North and South Slopes
Day 1
Visit the Tianchi, Changbai Waterfall and other scenic spots on the north slope in the morning, and then go to Erdao Baihe Town for accommodation in the afternoon.
Day 2
Go to the south slope scenic area in the morning, enjoy the scenery of Tianchi and Yalu River Grand Canyon on the south slope, and end the itinerary in the afternoon.
Precautions
The weather in Changbai Mountain is changeable, especially in the Tianchi scenic area. Even if the weather is sunny at the foot of the mountain, it may be windy and rainy on the mountain. So pay attention to the weather forecast and bring appropriate clothes.
Comply with relevant regulations in the scenic area, protect the environment and do not litter at will.
During the peak season (July August, National Day holiday, etc.), there are many tourists in Changbai Mountain. Book tickets and accommodation in advance to avoid delaying the itinerary.
