[2025 Hangzhou Attraction] Travel Guide for Xingmei Peak (Updated Apr)

🌄Hangzhou Xingmei Peak Hiking | A Romantic Mountain Encounter 🌳Hangzhou Xingmei Peak features magnificent waterfalls, sapphire-like reservoirs, and layered mountain peaks. It's a perfect choice for nature lovers and hiking enthusiasts. 👍️Why Visit: Just one hour from downtown Hangzhou with convenient transportation. Multiple hiking routes suitable for both beginners and advanced hikers. Rich landscapes featuring waterfalls, reservoirs, forests, and peaks offer endless scenic views. 📍Detailed Address: Yaoyu Village, Longmen Town, Fuyang District, Hangzhou. Navigate to "Yaoyu Village" or "Longmen Mountain Rafting Tourist Center." 🎫Admission: Free entry. Some parking lots in Yaoyu Village are free. Longmen Mountain Rafting Tourist Center parking lot charges CNY 10 per vehicle. 📅Travel Guide: ✅Beginner-Friendly Route (4 km round trip, 2-3 hours): Visitor Center - Waterfall. This easy route is perfect for first-time hikers or those with lower stamina. Enjoy bird songs and streams along the trail. Be careful on the steep rocky path near the waterfall. Take photos at the impressive waterfall before returning. ✅Intermediate Route (8 km round trip, 5-6 hours): Visitor Center - Waterfall - Reservoir. Continue past the beginner route to see misty forests, blue reservoirs, and moss-covered metasequoia trails. The reservoir sparkles like a blue gem among mountains. Return the same way. ✅Challenge Route (14 km loop, 7-8 hours): Yaoyu Village - Waterfall - Reservoir - Xingmei Peak - Yaoyu Village. This demanding route requires hiking experience and good fitness. Reaching the 1,067m summit of Xingmei Peak offers unparalleled mountain views. Not recommended for inexperienced solo hikers. ❗Download trail maps from the Liangbulu app before hiking, as mountain signal is weak. 🍜Food Guide: 🥘Try local farm dishes in Yaoyu Village or Longmen Ancient Town. The free-range chicken soup is excellent - flavorful broth and tender meat instantly revive tired hikers. Don't miss Fuyang's special Longmen gluten - crispy outside, tender inside, with delicious soup. 🥙Bring energy bars, beef jerky, bread, fruits, and 1-2 bottles of water or sports drinks. Remember to pack out all trash. 🏨Accommodation Guide: Perfect for day trips, but staying overnight allows deeper exploration. 🏡Traditional guesthouses in Longmen Ancient Town offer views of historic alleys, priced CNY 200-800 depending on room type and season. 🏨Fuyang district hotels offer more options, CNY 100-500, 30-40 minutes drive to Xingmei Peak. 💗Additional Tips: 👟Wear professional hiking shoes and bring trekking poles to reduce knee strain. Bring weather-appropriate clothing - a windbreaker is versatile. On sunny days, bring sun protection: hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses. ⚠️Safety first! Be careful on slippery rocks near waterfalls. Loop hikers should finish before dark. Follow "Leave No Trace" principles. 🌧Visit after rain for the most spectacular waterfall views.

A picturesque trekking paradise in Fuyang is perfect for nature-loving and hikers. 🚗 Transportation: Driving: About 2.5 hours from Shanghai, about 1 hour directly from Hangzhou, 🅿️ Yaoyuan Village. Train + Taxi: From Shanghai to Fuyang Station about 1.5 hours, then take a taxi to Yaoyuan Village about 0.5 hours. 🛤 Route Selection: 1. Round trip route (9 km): Novice friendly, you can admire the waterfalls and reservoirs and return the same way. 2. Small Loop (12 km): Return along the loop after reaching the reservoir. 3. Grand Loop Line (16 km): Suitable for experienced people who can climb the top of Apricot Plum Peak, the highest peak in Fuyang. ⚠ Notes: - Download the route track in advance, the mountain signal is not good. - Essential for hiking poles to help save effort up hills and protect knees down hills. - Pay attention to the time and avoid going down the mountain after dark to ensure safety. - Carry enough water and snacks, and remember to take away garbage to protect the environment. - Do not drive on the loop in rainy days ⚠⚠ The slipping down section is very difficult to walk. 🎒 Equipment Recommendation: No need to bring a lot of equipment: - Hiking shoes, water bags, dry food, sun protection clothes, raincoats as well as garbage bags. - Download offline maps in case you get lost. - Please do not litter, carry garbage bags, protect the natural environment. 📣 Personal Experience: - The apricot-plum waterfall on a rainy day is as majestic as a hundred feet of water. - Enjoy the fresh air and natural beauty during the hike, which is refreshing.

📍Hangzhou Fuyang Xingmeijian Starting from Shanghai, navigate to Xingmeijian (Yaowu Village, Fuyang District, Hangzhou). There is a parking lot next to the entrance 📕 Route: Yaowu Village—Longmen Waterfall—Reservoir—Xingmeiwu—Qifengkou—Xingmeijian—Yaowu Village The return route is about 18 kilometers and takes 6 hours. Those with average physical strength can only go to the reservoir. This time we will go to Longmen Waterfall first, and then turn back to Shangxingmeijian (see the P11 road sign for the fork in the road). The route map is at the end. 📋 Features: 1. Xingmeijian is the highest mountain in Fuyang, with an altitude of 1,067.6 meters. 2. Longmen Waterfall is the waterfall with the largest drop in Hangzhou. It is an internet celebrity waterfall and is very eye-catching. 3. While hiking, you can enjoy pine forests, mountains, waterfalls, springs and strange rocks. 4. The road conditions are mostly native dirt roads and stone steps, which are not easy to walk. Some sections of the road are relatively steep. It is fun to walk all the way down, but it requires a certain amount of physical strength and endurance. 📷 Take photos: The waterfalls and reservoirs are particularly photogenic. The colors in the mountains are particularly rich in autumn. 🎫 Tickets: Free 🚗 Parking lot: Navigate to Yaowu Village by car. There are many parking places at the end of the navigation. Parking at the Yaowu Village Service Center is free, but you need to go to Longmen Mountain for rafting. You can also park at the Longmen Mountain Rafting Parking Lot for a fee of 10 yuan. 🍖Supply station: 1. Entrance: There is a supply station near the parking lot at the foot of the mountain, which provides coffee and desserts. The place is large and you can rest. I bought a grilled sausage when I was tired after going down the mountain. 2. White House by the Reservoir: There are instant noodles and drinks. There is no signal on the mountain, so you can bring cash. I took the photo and went down the mountain to pay. 🚻Bathroom: There are only two restrooms in the starting parking lot and the white house of the reservoir. There is also a restroom with a sign in front of the waterfall, but this sign was removed when I went down the mountain. It is probably a temporary restroom.

Nature is the gateway to the city. Hike to Xingmei Peak, enjoy the mountains on holiday, and have fun in the forest. The wind blows from the valley, and the waterfall plays white noise in the mountains. The tall cedar trees, the soft sunlight of early autumn shines through the gaps in the leaves, swaying with the wind, the sunlight fragments are mottled, falling on the forest floor. Slow down and enjoy the grass and trees, the sunlight, and the wind. The theme of life is feeling and freedom. Learn to perceive in nature, Hearing, smell, and vision, it seems that all senses are amplified, and the sunlight in the forest also has its own fragrance. ⛰️: Hangzhou · Xingmei Peak 🧭: Navigate to "Longmen Mountain Tourist Service Center" 🅿️: Parking lot CNY 10/time 🧗🏻‍♀️ Hiking route: ✔️🤸🏻‍♂️ Light hiking route (round trip) Light hiking round trip ~ suitable for those who only want to see the waterfall! There are streams and forests along the way. ❶ Waterfall round trip: Longmen Mountain Rafting - Longmen Mountain Waterfall ⏱️: 5 km, about 2 hours round trip, 370 m ascent ❷ Waterfall + Reservoir round trip: Longmen Mountain Rafting - Longmen Mountain Waterfall - Xingmeiwu Reservoir ⏱️: 8 km, about 3 hours round trip, 500 m ascent ✔️🤸🏻‍♂️ Upgraded hiking route (loop) The difference between the loop and the round trip is that you can climb to the top of Xingmei Peak ~ ❶ Small loop: Longmen Mountain Rafting - Longmen Mountain Waterfall - Xingmeiwu Reservoir - Qifengkou ⏱️: 12 km, 800 m ascent ❷ Large loop: Longmen Mountain Rafting - Longmen Mountain Waterfall - Xingmeiwu Reservoir - Qifengkou - Huangmei Peak - Xingmei Peak ⏱️: 15 km, 1000 m ascent 📌 Tips: ▫️ About the weather. If you want to see the waterfall with a large flow, go after it rains a few days before hiking. ▫️ Xingmei Peak Waterfall Hiking Route, with streams all the way, and many gravel roads on the mountain. Remember to wear non-slip and waterproof hiking shoes ~ Hiking in autumn and winter, keep your feet dry all the way, and improve your hiking happiness. ▫️ Hiking road conditions, climbing all the way. The steep gravel road at the foot of Longmen Mountain Waterfall, in addition to non-slip hiking shoes, bring trekking poles to help, which will make your knees much more comfortable ~ ▫️ Bring mosquito repellent, there are mosquitoes in the mountains from May to October. ▫️ There is also sunscreen and a sun hat, any season of sunny long-term outdoor is easy to get sunburned.

🎉 If you are looking for a place around Shanghai where you can instantly forget the hustle and bustle of the city and immerse yourself in the embrace of nature, then Xingmeijian in Fuyang, Hangzhou is definitely worth a visit! There are stunning waterfalls and jewel-green reservoirs. Everywhere is a masterpiece of nature. 🏞️ 【Why choose Xingmeijian? 】 🌟 ✅ The waterfall is spectacular and the water volume is abundant 💧 During the rainy season, the water volume of Xingmeijian Falls increases greatly. The spectacular scene will definitely shock you. Imagine that the waterfall pours down from the mountain stream like white water, with water splashing everywhere. Can't you wait to witness it with your own eyes? 🌲 ✅ Excellent ecological environment, natural oxygen bar 🍃 Here, you can breathe the fresh air, smell the fragrance of vegetation, and hear the singing of birds. The ecological environment of Xingmeijian has maintained its most primitive state and is a natural oxygen bar given by nature. 🏞️✅ Rich routes, suitable for all kinds of hiking enthusiasts 🚶‍♂️ Whether you are a novice or an experienced hiking enthusiast, Xingmeijian has a route suitable for you. From simple round trips to challenging grand loops, each route has its own unique scenery waiting for you to discover. 【Practical information】 📍 Location: Xingmeijian, Fuyang, Hangzhou 🚗 Self-driving: Navigate to Fuyang Yaowu Village, there is a parking lot 🚄 Train: 1.5 hours from Shanghai to Fuyang Station, then 0.5 hours by taxi to Yaowu Village 【Route selection】 🔄 1️⃣ Round trip 9km: waterfall and Sapphire Reservoir, then return the same way. 🔁 2️⃣ Small loop line 12km: After arriving at the reservoir, follow the loop line down the mountain. 🌟 3️⃣ Grand Ring Line 16km: Climb 1km to the top of Xingmeijian, overlooking the beautiful scenery of the highest peak in Fuyang. ⛰️ 【Kind tips】 📲 ✔️ Download the route track in advance, because there is almost no signal throughout the mountain. 🦯 Trekking poles are a must-have, providing you with extra support whether you’re going up or down the mountain. 🕘 Pay attention to the time when you go down the mountain. The mountain road will be more dangerous after dark, and the toads along the way may make you feel uneasy. 🍪 Bring your own water and snacks to maintain your strength, and remember to take your garbage down the mountain to protect the environment. 👍🌳

Finally visited Fuyang's popular outdoor hiking route--Xingmeijian. Drove directly to Longmen Ancient Town last night, and set out early this morning from Yaowu Village to start today's journey at Longmen Stream Rafting. Perhaps due to the heavy rain yesterday, the water flow was particularly strong along the way, and some roads were still wet and muddy. After passing through Xia Longtan and Zhong Longtan, we reached a fork in the road where we turned right to Xingmeijian, and left to Longmen Waterfall. From here, there is a section of steep slopes with loose rocks. Around noon, there weren't many people, and this section was not congested. Reaching the bottom of Longmen Waterfall, it really felt like a 'stream falling down three thousand feet,' and being in the scenery, it was like having a private photo shoot. The return journey followed, which included a section where we had to wade barefoot across the river directly towards Xingmei Bay Reservoir and Xingmeijian. The water was still very cold, so be careful not to slip when crossing the river. After crossing the river, there was one uphill path after another to Xingmei Bay Reservoir. Due to time constraints, we didn't take the circular route and descended halfway to return. Xingmeijian is worth visiting multiple times, and Longmen Ancient Town is stunning. The fermented rice bean curd is delicious.

Xingmeijian after the rain and snow ⛰ Hiking guide record Hiking routes around Shanghai - Xingmeijian, Fuyang, Hangzhou 🚄Transportation: High-speed rail about 1h40min Take a taxi from the high-speed railway station to Fuyang Yaowo Village, and the ride is about 36 📍Circular route: Yaowo Village - Longmen Mountain Entrance - Longmen Mountain Waterfall - Xingmeiwo Reservoir - Qifengkou - Huangmeijian - Xingmeijian - Qifengkou - Down the mountain ⛰Distance: 13.36 km, 5-6 hours, highest altitude 1072 meters, cumulative ascent 985 meters ⛰Route conditions: slippery mud road/rocky road/small stream (need to wade through water)/stone steps/highway/small jungle 🍫Supply point: There is a small shop in Yaowo Village, the starting point, and instant noodles in the white house behind the reservoir. There are no other supply points on the road 🚾Toilet: Starting point, behind the reservoir 🚩Longmen Waterfall is stunning and photogenic. Wearing quick-drying clothes, taking photos close to the waterfall, I was almost soaked (the best photogenic spot, take more photos, the subsequent scenery is average) 🚩It is recommended to start climbing the mountain at 9-10 o'clock to reach the top of Xingmei Peak, leaving enough time to replenish your energy at the Fengkou, and to climb up the mountain in one go. The road to Huangmei Peak is steep and the stone stage 🚩The steep mud road down the mountain (nearly 70-degree slope) is very slippery. Hold on to the trees on the side of the road to go down. It is recommended to return the original way on rainy days to avoid slipping 🚩After the highway, climb over the guardrail and walk along the ribbon. It is a tropical rainforest route. Pay attention to your hat to prevent scratches. 📬Tips: 1⃣ Bring plenty of water and food, no supplies along the way 2⃣The signal is unstable and there are few road signs. Download the track map in advance 3⃣ Trekking poles are essential. There are more wild roads than roads, and there are rocky roads. Without trekking poles, you may have to use both your hands and feet. 4⃣ Anti-slip and waterproof shoes, there are many small streams, the dirt road is slippery after rain, and the moss is easy to slip 5⃣ Pay attention to the time. The last high-speed train back to Shanghai is at 7 o'clock. ❗Take away the garbage and protect the environment

Whenever winter comes, I will pay attention to the weather here from time to time - because I have something to look forward to. These two days are very suitable for watching rime, because the mountains are very humid and windy. I started starting from the middle of the mountain at 10 o'clock, and I heard a big brother in front of me, cursing while climbing. When I got closer, I realized that he was shocked by the beautiful scenery! I kept taking pictures and kept saying Cao Cao Cao!😅😅😅 and also said, no matter how I took the pictures, they are not as beautiful as what I can see with my eyes😂😂 Compared to Longwang Mountain and Taizijian, I recommend this place more. The physical intensity will be less, there won’t be too many people, and it will be convenient to take pictures! Friends who want to go, don’t forget gloves, hats, and crampons, because the wind on the top of the mountain is really cold.