Gelaqiu Mountain
格拉球山
An ancient volcano covered in forest in western Wudalianchi; the crater is filled with trees, and you can hike to the top for views of the crater forest.
Gelaqiu Mountain lies in the western part of the Wudalianchi scenic area and is one of the area's older volcanoes. The mountain is covered in dense white birch, Mongolian oak and larch, and the crater is also thick with trees, forming a 'crater forest' scene. This contrasts sharply with the bare volcanic cinders of Laoheishan. Trails lead up the mountain, and it sees fewer visitors than the eastern sights, making it well suited to hikers and forest lovers. It is about 15 km from Wudalianchi Town, so self-driving or hiring a car is recommended. Opening hours and admission follow the scenic area's published information.
Opening hours
About 08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Xiannü Palace Lava Cave
- Laoheishan Volcano Crater
- Huoshao Mountain
- Yaoquan Mountain & Zhongling Temple
- Erlongyan Spring
- Yaoquan Lake
- Wudalianchi UNESCO Global Geopark Museum
- North Drinking Spring