Dayangshan National Forest Park
大阳山国家森林公园
The tallest mountain in Suzhou's urban area, heavily forested, with a botanical garden, Wenshu Temple and a summit lookout. It is a popular hiking spot in Gaoxin District.
Dayangshan National Forest Park is located in Gaoxin District. Its main peak rises about 338 meters, making it the highest point in Suzhou's urban area. The park contains the Suzhou Botanical Garden, Wenshu Temple, the Lingyun Pavilion lookout and several hiking trails. From the summit, you can overlook Lake Tai and the city. The Baimajian Ecological Park at the foot of the mountain has flower fields in spring, so the two can be combined. Admission is about 20 to 30 yuan, depending on the site. You can take the metro to a station nearby and then a taxi.
Opening hours
08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Suzhou Amusement Land Forest World
- Tianchi Mountain
- Tianping Mountain
- Lingyan Mountain
- Mount Qionglong
- Suzhou Museum West
- Mudu Ancient Town
- Hanshan Temple