Shidu Scenic Area
十渡
Karst canyons along the Juma River in Fangshan, with more than ten kilometers of connected mountains and water. In summer, bamboo rafting, bungee jumping, and barbecues are the favorites.
Shidu lies in the Juma River valley southwest of Fangshan District. Its name refers to the ten river crossings required to enter the mountains in the past. The peaks and gorges stretch about 20 kilometers, earning it the nickname “Guilin of the North.” It is Beijing's largest karst canyon scenic area. In summer, you can take bamboo rafts, swim, or ride horses. Shidu's bungee jumping was one of China's earliest commercial bungee sites. Nearby scenic spots such as Gushan Village and Xianfeng Valley sell tickets separately. Take a train from Beijing West Railway Station to Shidu Station, which takes about 2 hours, or drive. You can stay in a farmhouse and connect the trip with the Yesanpo route in Fangshan.
Opening hours
Open all day (individual scenic areas approx. 8:00 am–5:30 pm)
Nearby sights
- Yunju Temple
- Zhoukoudian Peking Man Site
- Cuandixia Village
- Tanzhe Temple
- Jietai Temple
- Shougang Park
- Marco Polo Bridge & Wanping Fortress
- Badachu Park