01Nature Escape
Dongjiang Lake Scenic Area
东江湖旅游区
All Ages
Admission
Ticketed scenic area; mist-viewing and lake-cruise cave routes are priced separately.
Typical Visit
Half day to full day
At a Glance
Visa Policy
Plan visa or transit eligibility by your China entry route
Best Season
Apr-Oct for Xiaodongjiang mist and lake routes, plus spring and autumn for Danxia walks, grassland weather, and Mangshan hiking
Climate
Southern Hunan mountain-lake climate with humid summers, misty mornings around Dongjiang Lake, cooler highland areas, and rain or fog that can affect viewpoints and rafting
Top Attractions
02City Guide
Xiaodongjiang
小东江
All Ages
Admission
Ticket required through Dongjiang Lake Scenic Area route tickets.
Typical Visit
2-3 hours
03City Guide
Xiaodongjiang Fog Viewing Platform
小东江观雾台
All Ages
Admission
Ticket required through Dongjiang Lake Scenic Area route tickets; mist-focused routes may be enough if you skip longer lake projects.
Typical Visit
1.5-3 hours
04Nature Escape
Longjing Canyon
龙景峡谷
All Ages
Admission
Included in applicable Dongjiang Lake Scenic Area route tickets; there is no separate standalone city access ticket.
Typical Visit
30-60 minutes for the short loop; longer if climbing the extended route
05City Guide
Doushuai Lingyan
兜率灵岩
All Ages
Admission
Requires a Dongjiang Lake route ticket that includes the boat and cave visit.
Typical Visit
1.5-2 hours on the island, plus boat and transfer time
06City Guide
Bailang Scenic Area
白廊景区
All Ages
Admission
Free entry to the lakeside area; boats, island visits, and some photo projects may charge separately.
Typical Visit
2-4 hours; longer with a lakeside stay
07City Guide
Gaoyiling Scenic Area
高椅岭旅游区
Adults Focused
Admission
Ticketed scenic area; online booking is recommended, and concession tickets may be available.
Typical Visit
3-4 hours for the main walking route
08City Guide
Feitian Mountain National Geopark
飞天山国家地质公园
All Ages
Admission
Ticketed geopark; sightseeing transport and bamboo raft or boat options may be sold separately or as bundled tickets.
Typical Visit
Half day to full day, depending on raft or boat timing
09Cultural Stop
Wayaoping Historic Cultural District
瓦窑坪历史文化街区
All Ages
Admission
Free entry; craft experiences, exhibitions, food, boat rides, and parking cost extra.
Typical Visit
2-3 hours; late afternoon to evening works best
10City Guide
Yangtianhu Grassland
仰天湖大草原
All Ages
Admission
Adult admission is CNY 108; grass sliding, animal feeding, small train, food, and parking may cost extra.
Typical Visit
3-5 hours
11City Guide
Mangshan Tourist Area National Forest Park
莽山旅游区国家森林公园
All Ages
Admission
West-gate admission is CNY 75; east-gate Wuzhi Peak tickets, cable car, elevators, and activities are separate.
Typical Visit
Half day to 1 day
12City Guide
Mangshan Wuzhi Peak Scenic Area
莽山五指峰景区
All Ages
Admission
Ticket plus cable-car package is CNY 280; elevators, Space Ladder, via ferrata, and other activities may cost extra.
Typical Visit
4-5 hours; longer with queues or extra activities
13City Guide
Mangshan Grand Canyon Rafting
莽山大峡谷漂流
All Ages
Admission
Full-course rafting is CNY 199; insurance, meals, transport packages, and family-route products may be priced separately.
Typical Visit
Half day including ticketing, shuttle, rafting, shower, and changing
14Historic Walk
Suxian Ridge
苏仙岭
All Ages
Admission
Free entry; sightseeing bus is CNY 25 uphill and CNY 20 downhill; cableway is CNY 42 one way or CNY 80 round trip.
Typical Visit
1.5-2 hours for the classic walking route; half day if adding sunset
15Food District
Yuhou Street
裕后街
All Ages
Admission
Free entry; snacks, drinks, shops, and any paid experiences cost separately.
Typical Visit
1 hour
16City Guide
Beihu Park
北湖公园
All Ages
Admission
Free entry; boat rentals are CNY 60-90 per half hour, with a deposit required at the pier.
Typical Visit
1.5-2.5 hours
17City Guide
Rucheng Hot Spring Fuquan Tanggu
汝城温泉福泉汤谷
All Ages
Admission
Public hot spring walk-up ticket: CNY 168; group deals or discount tickets may be lower. Lodging, private baths, dining, and add-ons cost extra.
Typical Visit
Half day to overnight; same-day return from Chenzhou city can be tiring