Jiufeng National Forest Park

Jiufeng National Forest Park is located in Beianhe, Haidian District, about 18 kilometers from the SummerPalace.

Jiufeng Peak has a long history and used to be one of the 72 barracks of the Liao Dynasty. The two peaks look like a soaring vulture, so it was named Jiufeng, as jiufeng literally means vulture peak, JiufengPeak not only attracts visitors with its winding, primitive, zigzagging, and ancient paths leading to the peak and its imposing and stunning scenery, but also with is Beijing-famous natural landscapes rich in foliage resources. Because of this, it has therefore become the best place to hike up for a good view in the Xiaoxishan Scenic Area. Jiufeng Forest Park, occupying an area of more than 830 hectares, is known as a treasured collection of plants.

On the mountains, there in the endless pine forests, with forest coverage as high as 90%, the park feels like a natural bank of plants. In the spring, flowers are everywhere on the mountains, and floral scents spreads far and wide, away from the park. In the summer, thick forests shade the ground and it is cool and refreshing in the forest. In the autumn, the forests turn red and yellow, and ripe fruits are everywhere. As for the winter, the mountains above 700 meters are enveloped with snow, forming a wonderland of snow and ice, and below 700 meters, the pine and cypress forests are still green and vibrant. With thick forests, this is a paradise for visitors for leisure, hiking and enjoyment. JiufengPeak has numerous imposing and steep peaks and many zigzagging valleys.

There are also many ancient sites listed by Haidian District Bureau of Cultural Heritage as key historic sites under district protection, including the Jiufeng Villa constructed in the Liao Dynasty, the Xiufeng Temple constructed in the sixth year of Emperor Zhengde of the Ming Dynasty, the Xiangtang Temple constructed in the ninth year of Emperor Xianfeng in the Qing Dynasty, and China's first seismological station built in the 1930.

After a visit to Jiufeng, visitors can go to the reception center in the park for accommodations, catering, and entertainment. In addition, the park was named by the Beijing municipal government in 1998 one of the first popular science education bases of Beijing. The park has developed its unique ecological tourist pattern integrating popular science education, summer camps, fitness, leisure, conference and vacationing.

Open Hours: 07:00 a.m. to 20:00 p.m.

Admission: 10 to 15 yuan

Location: West of Bei'anhe viliage, SujiatuoTownship, Haidian District Beijing

Bus Routes: Bus 346 to west of Beianhe

Telephone:+86-10-62455816, 62455825