Qinglong Gorge in Beijing
Qinglong Gorge covers an area of 150 hectares, which is divided into North and south parts by Miyun Reservoir and majestic dam. In the south is a quiet stream, which can be sailed by boat. In the north is a highland lake that provides boat and ferry services. You can also swim in the lake or play football and volleyball on the beach on the lake bank.
English Name: Qinglong Gorge in Beijing
Chinese Name: 北京青龙峡
Attraction Type: Beijing Attraction, Nature
Best Time to Visit: mid-Mar. to mid-Nov.
Recommended Visiting Time: about 3-4 hours
Admission Fee: CNY54-380
Address in English: Huairou District, Beijing
Address in Chinese: 北京市怀柔区
Why is Qinglong Gorge in Beijing so Special?
Qinglong Gorge covers an area of 150 hectares, which is divided into North and south parts by Miyun Reservoir and majestic dam. In the south is a quiet stream, which can be sailed by boat. In the north is a highland lake that provides boat and ferry services. You can also swim in the lake or play football and volleyball on the beach on the lake bank. In the east bank, you can take part in exciting and dangerous activities such as bungee jumping, rock climbing and fast water falling.
Where is Qinglong Gorge in Beijing?
Qinglong Gorge is located in Huairou District, Beijing.
How to Get There?
- From Dongzhimen Hub Station, take Bus 866/916 to Miaocheng Dong, and then cross the road to take Bus H58 to Qinglongxia.
- In peak travel season, you can take the Special Tourist Bus to Qinglongxia from Dongzhimen Outside Station at 8:30. It costs CNY30 for a single trip and returns to downtown at 16:00.
Shoal Area in the South
After entering the Qinglong gorge, tourists can walk or take the sightseeing bus to the south beach water area with an average depth of 1 m (3.3 ft), which is the best summer resort for boating or rafting. Other water entertainment, such as bumping a boat, can also be done.
When you arrive at the dam, you will see a smooth stone wall in the East. This is the spillway. In July and August every year, the river rises with the abundant rainfall in summer, forming a spectacular waterfall 12 meters (40 feet) wide and 50 meters (165 feet) high. The river roars down like a white dragon dancing in the fog.
Longxia Lake in the North
The large reservoir in the north of the dam is Longxia lake, which is the main water tourism area. The lake covers an area of 70 hectares (172 acres), with a water depth of 50 meters, picturesque boat or speedboat tours in the breeze. Along the way, there are many wonderful scenic spots, including fairyland in the fog, Golden Toad moon watching, hexagonal stone and turtle fairy at the end of the lake. There will be an outdoor swimming pool open in summer and an artificial beach.
Amusement Playground
The rich entertainment facilities in the East playground provide tourists with a lot of fun and exciting and challenging activities, such as bungee jumping at 70 meters (230 feet), climbing the wall at 25 meters (82 feet) and rapid descent at 28 meters (92 feet) are good choices.
Useful Travel Tips
- Admission Fee: CNY54; Free for children under 1.2 meters (3.9 feet)
- Boat Fare
| Bamboo Raft | CNY30 per person |
| Pleasure Boat/Ancient-style Boat | CNY50 per person |
| Speed Boat | CNY60 per person to tour around the lake in 6 minutes |
| Rowing Boat | CNY80 per boat |
- Entertainment Fare
| Bungee Jumping | CNY380 |
| Prompt Drop | CNY80 |
| Rock Climbing | CNY50 |
| Cable Car | CNY50 for a single trip and CNY80 for a round trip Children under 1.4 meters(4.6 feet): CNY30 for a single trip and CNY50 for a round trip |
| 7D Cinema | CNY50 |
- Opening Hours: 8:00-17:00 from mid-Mar. to mid-Nov.
