Yougu Shentan Valley
幽谷神潭
A gorge scenic area at the southern foot of Yunmeng Mountain, where waterfalls, deep pools, and a mountainside lake are linked together. It's cool in summer and a good place to escape the heat and explore nature near Beijing.
Yougu Shentan lies at the southern foot of Yunmeng Mountain in northern Huairou District. The gorge is deep and secluded, with multiple tiers of waterfalls, deep pools, and a lake halfway up the mountain. The mountain is mostly granite, and the spring water is of high quality. The scenic area has streamside paths and boardwalks. The full route takes about 2 to 3 hours. The views are most spectacular in summer, when water flow is high, and there is autumn foliage in the fall. This is a national 3A-level scenic area, and admission follows the scenic area's notices. The nearby Tianchi Gorge and Yunmeng Mountain can be visited on the same day or combined with an overnight stay. It is about 1 hour by car from Huairou urban district, with many mountain roads along the way.
Opening hours
Approx. 08:00–17:00 (subject to scenic area notices)
Nearby sights
- Tianchi Gorge
- Yunmengshan National Forest Park
- Qinglong Gorge
- Shentangyu Valley
- Baihe Canyon
- Yanqi Night Valley (Trout Valley)
- Yanqi Lake
- Great Wall at Mutianyu