Heshan Mountain
河山
A hiking spot just north of Rizhao city, where the summit offers views over the urban area and coastline, and linked to a legend about the scholar Liu Xie.
Heshan lies in Heshan Town, north of Donggang District in Rizhao. At about 380 meters above sea level, it is the closest mountain scenic spot to the city center. The summit has the remains of an ancient temple, cliff inscriptions and several viewing platforms. Legend holds that Liu Xie, author of *The Literary Mind and the Carving of Dragons*, once studied nearby. The round-trip hiking trail takes about 2 hours and is in good condition. Admission varies, so check on site. It takes about 30 minutes to reach by car or taxi from the city, making it a good choice for a half-day light hike.
Opening hours
08:00–17:00