Moerdaoga National Forest Park
莫尔道嘎国家森林公园
The largest forest park in the heart of the Greater Khingan Range, with pristine larch and birch forests. Its autumn “Five-Colour Mountains” are among the most beautiful forest autumn scenes in Northeast China.
Moerdaoga National Forest Park lies in Moerdaoga Town, Argun City, on the western slope of the northern Greater Khingan Range. Covering nearly 50,000 hectares, it is one of China's largest forest parks and is known for its pristine forests of Dahurian larch, Mongolian pine, and white birch. The park is split into two areas. The South Park (Yimu Jiuling, Longyan Hill, and Hongdou Slope) is close to town and can be explored by shuttle bus or the forest mini-train. The North Park (Jiliu River, Bailu Island, and Canglang Bailu Island) is about 90 km from town. Here the Jiliu River winds through the forest around two river islands, the signature scene, most beautiful at sunset. Entry is about 130 yuan, with shuttle buses charged separately. From mid to late September is the “Five-Colour Mountain” season, when the larches turn golden, the birches turn pale yellow, the shrubs glow red, and the entire forest is tinged with color. Longyan Hill Park in town (free) offers panoramic views over the town at night. Moerdaoga has a railway station, and green-train service runs to Hailar. The trip from Shiwei to Moerdaoga takes about 2.5 hours. Note: Smoking and open fires are prohibited in the forest area. Mosquitoes and ticks are abundant in summer, so wear long trousers and tuck your trouser legs in. The North Park is far away, so plan for a full day.
Opening hours
07:30–17:30
Nearby sights
- Moerdaoga Reindeer Evenki Camp
- Yimu Jiuling Viewpoint
- Hongdou Slope
- Moerdaoga Forest Train
- Bailu Island (White Deer Island)
- Laoyingzui Viewpoint
- Linjiang Village
- Olochi Manor