Guaishiyu Rock Park
怪石峪
A granite rock park northeast of Bole, with rock formations shaped like an elephant feeding, a heavenly dog watching the moon and more; a national 4A-level scenic area.
Guaishiyu lies in the foothills of the Alatau mountain range, about 38 km northeast of Bole City. The scenic area covers about 230 square km at an altitude of 780–1,350 m. Weathering has carved the granite into countless honeycomb-like and figurative rocks, with highlights including Elephant Feeding, Heavenly Dog Watching the Moon, Camel Stride, Stone Monkey Mother and Child, the Lion-Body Human-Face Rock and Peacock Display. A main loop along the east-west valley takes about 2–3 hours. Admission is about RMB 48–68 including the shuttle; confirm with the official site. There is little shade, so bring sun protection and water. It can be combined with a day trip to Alashankou.
Opening hours
About 09:00–19:00 Beijing time (summer)
Nearby sights
- Alashankou Port & National Gate
- Bortala River Scenic Area
- Dalete Ancient City Site
- Hartureg National Forest Park
- Arixiate Hot Spring & Stone Figures
- Angelig Clary Sage Fields
- Ertoksail Valley & Tianquan Hot Spring
- Shengquan (Bogedaer) Hot Spring, Wenquan