Luya Mountain
芦芽山
One of the main peaks of the Guancen Mountains, where North China larch forests meet high alpine meadows. It is an important habitat for the brown eared-pheasant.
Luya Mountain lies in the west of Ningwu County and is the principal peak of the Guancen Mountains, rising to about 2,700 meters. The Taizi Hall at the summit is built on a sheer cliff face. Large stretches of the mountain are covered in North China larch and spruce forest. It is a national nature reserve and one of the key habitats of the brown eared-pheasant, a first-class protected bird in China. The summer climate is cool, making it a good escape from the heat, and in autumn the forests turn golden. The scenic area has sightseeing shuttles and walking trails. Reaching the summit requires good fitness. Plan on one full day, and consider staying overnight in Dongzhai Town.
Opening hours
08:00–17:30
Nearby sights
- Malun Grassland
- Heyeping Subalpine Meadow
- Source of the Fen River (Leiming Temple)
- Ninghua Ancient Town
- Wanghuagou Hanging Village
- Shimen Hanging Coffins
- Ningwu Tianchi Lake (Mayinghai)
- Wannian Ice Cave