Changchong Mountain
长虫山
A long, narrow ridge on Kunming's northern edge, a favorite hiking route among locals, with views over the city from the crest.
Changchong Mountain lies on Kunming's northern outskirts. Its long, winding body is shaped like a snake, which gave it its name, and its main peak stands at about 2,600 meters. The ridgeline offers wide views over the city, Dianchi Lake and the distant Western Hills, and the scenery is at its best in the dry season when the sky is clear and blue. A common route starts from the Longquan Road area in the northern urban district and follows the ridge for 3 to 5 hours. There are many trails, so GPS track navigation is recommended. The mountain has almost no water, food or shade, so bring plenty of water and sun protection. In the rainy season the paths are slippery, so take care.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Kunming Botanical Garden
- Black Dragon Pool Park
- Former Site of National Southwestern Associated University
- Yunnan University (Donglu Campus)
- Yunnan Railway Museum
- Yuantong Temple
- Wenlin Street & Wenhua Lane
- Yuantong Hill (Kunming Zoo)