Shennong Valley National Forest Park
神农谷国家森林公园
A primeval forest gorge in the Luoxiao Mountains on the Hunan–Jiangxi border, where Zhulian Falls has exceptionally high negative ion levels. A 4A-rated scenic area and summer retreat.
Shennong Valley sits in the Wanyang Mountains east of Shidu Town, next to Jinggangshan in Jiangxi and connected to the Taoyuandong National Nature Reserve. Large stretches of original secondary forest survive here, and summer averages only about 23°C. The scenic area is divided into zones including Jiashui, Tianxinli, Dongkeng, Taohua Creek and Pingkeng. The classic route runs: main gate – Wanyang Autumn Red – Luoshuiyuan Falls – Tree-Hugging Rock – Zhulian Falls – Nanmuba – Jinghua Creek primeval forest gorge – Shiban Rapids, a creekside trail of about 5–6 hours. Zhulian Falls has extremely high negative ion levels and is known as 'Asia's No. 1 oxygen bar'. The valley is about 40 km from the county seat. Admission and shuttle fares follow the scenic area's announcements. Watch your footing in the rainy season.
Opening hours
08:00–17:00