Plan at a glance
Choose between temple time, a relaxed mountain break, and advanced hiking
Lianhua Mountain Forest Park is around 13 km from Haifeng County town, with a main peak of 1,337 metres. Jiming Temple, the Lianhua Buddha, Wencuo Village, tea gardens, the resort, and hiking routes are spread across different areas, so decide before leaving whether the day is for worship, family leisure, or a long mountain hike.
Most areas are free, but entrances and opening hours differ
Jiming Temple, Wencuo Village, and the tea gardens are free and need no reservation; hot springs and resort accommodation are paid separately. Jiming Temple is open 7 am–5:30 pm, while the resort and tea gardens are open 8 am–6 pm. Hiking routes are accessible during daylight, but overnight climbing or descending should not be treated as a casual leisure option.
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For older relatives or limited time, use the three-hour temple route
Start at Jiming Temple and continue through Dizang Pavilion, the Heavenly Kings Hall, the God of Wealth Hall, the Lianhua Buddha, and the Main Hall, then have a vegetarian meal before descending. Walking is relatively manageable, with the temple and mountain views as the focus.
First-time visitors can use half a day; experienced hikers can take the longer ridge route
Start at Lianhua Mountain Resort, visit Xianren Cave Waterfall, continue to Jiming Temple, then stop for tea at Lianhua Tea House and walk through Wencuo Village. Fit and experienced hikers can take the 5–8-hour route from Feiwa Ancient Temple to the main peak, Dayinping Mountain, and Jiming Temple, but should travel with companions and use proper hiking preparation.
Build your day
Use Jiming Temple and the Lianhua Buddha as the relaxed route’s centre
Jiming Temple dates from the sixth year of the Chongzhen reign in the Ming dynasty and climbs the mountainside. The 9.98-metre Lianhua Buddha stands on a cliff and is the best viewpoint on the temple route. Morning works well for the temple, while 2–4 pm can be reserved for the tea hills, temple light, and Wencuo Village.
Treat the hiking route as separate sections for ascent, supplies, and descent
The route from the mountain foot to Feiwa Ancient Temple includes about 4.5 km of uphill concrete road, taking around two hours on foot; local motorcycle transfers are also available. The main-peak and Dayinping sections include loose stone and rough paths, with unreliable signal. Do not try to force this long hike together with county-town museums or Red Palace and Red Square on the same day.
Get there
Driving is the most flexible option, but mountain roads need careful handling
Navigate to “Jiming Temple” or “Feiwa Ancient Temple.” Parking may be charged on holidays. The mountain roads have many bends, so drive slowly; Jiming Temple, Feiwa Ancient Temple, and Lianhua Mountain Resort all have usable parking areas.
From high-speed rail, taxis are simple; buses require return-time planning
A taxi from Shanwei Station to Jiming Temple takes about 40 minutes. Alternatively, take Bus 116 to Haifeng Passenger Transport Station, then transfer to the Lianhua Mountain minibus. If using public transport, build the last return service into the day rather than ending a hike or sunset stop without a connection.
Know before you go
Sea-of-clouds views and long hikes both depend on weather
November to April is the usual season for clouds below the summit, especially after rain clears. Do not push for the summit in cloudy or rainy weather: views are limited and stone paths become slippery. On poor-weather days, switch to the temple, tea gardens, or resort instead.
Complete hiking gear and supplies before entering the mountain
Long routes require non-slip hiking shoes, trekking poles, a headlamp, power bank, and 1–2 litres of water. Feiwa Ancient Temple is one of the last practical toilet and supply points; do not assume services beyond it. The summit can be 5–10°C cooler, so bring a windproof layer, download an offline route, and hike with companions where signal is weak.