Jiulongchi Peak
九龙池
A peak in Anhua at 1,622 metres, with alpine meadows, mountain-spring waterfalls and primary-secondary forest. It is a summer retreat for mountain hiking in central Hunan.
Jiulongchi is located in Nanjin Township, Anhua County. Its main peak is about 1,622 metres, one of the county's highest. The summit has nine spring pools, and legend says the pools were named after nine dragons that drank water here. The mid-slope is covered with dense primary-secondary forest, where mountain springs wind through trees and rocks to form multi-tiered waterfalls and deep pools. The summit is an open alpine meadow, and on clear days you can see Xuefeng Lake in the distance. Summers are cool, making it good for hiking and camping. In winter there is often rime and snow, so bring non-slip gear. Development is limited, and roads and facilities are basic, so it is best to drive and hike with companions and check road conditions before setting out. It is about a 1.5-hour drive from the county seat.
Opening hours
All day