Naigu Stone Forest
乃古石林
A black stone forest in the northeast of the Stone Forest scenic area. Its ancient, rugged peaks see far fewer visitors than the Greater and Lesser Stone Forests, so it feels more primeval and peaceful.
Naigu Stone Forest lies about 8 km northeast of the Greater Stone Forest scenic area and is part of the “South China Karst” World Natural Heritage Site. In the Yi language, “Naigu” means “black.” The peaks here are dark gray and nearly black, older and more rugged in form. Stone peaks, caves, underground rivers, and ancient trees intertwine, and there are water features such as Baiyun Lake. Visitor numbers are much lower than at the Greater and Lesser Stone Forests, so it suits people who want to hike quietly. Admission is included in the Stone Forest ticket or sold separately, according to the scenic area's current notices. You can take the scenic shuttle from the Greater Stone Forest. Allow about 2 hours.
Opening hours
About 08:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Stone Forest (Shilin)
- Long Lake (Shilin)
- Jiuxiang Scenic Area
- Dadieshui Waterfall
- Yangzong Lake
- Wanxichong Pear Orchards
- Dounan Flower Market
- Guandu Ancient Town
Places to eat nearby
- Eight Wild Mushrooms Yunnan Wild Mushroom Hotpot (Kunming Railway Station Branch)
- Tiepeng Xiaoguo Mixian (Tangzixiang Main Branch)
- Yunping Fengweiyuan (Huguo Road)
- Jianxinyuan (Baoshan Street)
- Zhao Laoguan Handmade Juanfen (Guanghua Street)
- Fuzhaolou Steam Pot Chicken (Victory Hall National Southwest Associated University Theme Restaurant)