Daweishan National Forest Park
大围山国家森林公园
A high-altitude forest park on the border between Hunan and Jiangxi, with a main peak of about 1,600 meters at Qixing Ridge. Azaleas cover the hills in spring, and the cool summer climate makes it a popular retreat.
Daweishan lies in the northeast of Liuyang, on the border between Hunan and Jiangxi provinces. It is the source of the Liuyang River. Qixing Ridge, the main peak, reaches about 1,608 meters. The mountain is known for its primeval secondary forest, alpine azaleas (late April to mid-May), glacial relics and cool summer climate. The summit has Yuquan Temple and a sunrise viewing platform. At the foot of the mountain are guesthouses and rafting in Daweishan Town. Inside the park, winding mountain roads and eco-friendly shuttle buses take you up the mountain, where you can hike around. It is about 80 kilometers from Liuyang city, about 1.5 hours by car. Traffic is heavy with cars on weekends in peak season, so it is better to stay at the foot of the mountain.
Opening hours
Approx. 07:30–17:30 (per scenic area announcements)