Overview: Yubeng Village
TrekYunnan.com is working on content for Yubeng Village. In the meantime you may follow these links to offsite information.
“Yubeng Village Guide: Hiking Through A …
- | 2023-09-04
Overview: Tianbao Mountains
This small mountain range is situated 30 km southeast of Shangri-La City. It is bordered on the northeast by Pudacuo National Park and on the southwest by the Lijiang-…
- | 2023-09-04
Deqin -> Balagezong
Overview: Balagezong
The Balagezong area, located northwest of Shangri-La City, includes two dozen peaks from 4,500 to 5,000 meters in height. The highest reaches 5,545 m. For general …
Ken Krov | 2023-09-01
Lingxi Lake
Lingxi Lake (灵犀湖) is an alpine tarn set near timberline, elev. 4,070 meters. It is situated 1½ km southwest of Shika’s summit. There are several ways to reach the lake…
Pieter Crow | 2023-08-31
Overview: Shika Snow Mountain
Shika Snow Mountain (石卡雪山) is the most accessible 4000-meter peak near the city of Shangri-La (香格里拉市). Located only 10 km from the city, the peak is frequented by …
- | 2023-08-31
No Name Mountains
No Name Mountains are located 80 km north of Lijiang and 50 km southeast of Shangri-La City. The massif consists of a circular ring of high peaks ranging in elevation …
- | 2023-08-28
Deqin -> Baima Shan
Baima Shan
Baima Shan (白马山), or White Horse Mountain, is located just west of the Shangri-La to Deqen highway, 15 km south of Deqen City. The region is heavily forested and …
Pieter Crow | 2023-08-25
Shizong City Walks
Shizong (师宗) is located 80 km south of Qujing, capital of the prefecture. It offers two walks on the city outskirts…
- | 2023-08-23
Wenbi Pagoda
Wenbi Pagoda (文笔塔) sits on top of a hill at the southeast edge of Shizong City. A giant staircase ascends the north side, offering a popular outing for local residents…
Ken Krov | 2023-08-23
Little Rock Hill Reservoir
Little Rock Hill Reservoir (小石山水库) is situated on the southwest edge of Shizong City. Paved paths and boardwalks circle the reservoir. The walk around takes 1½ hours. A…
Ken Krov | 2023-08-23
Nine Dragons Falls
Nine Dragons Falls (九龙瀑布群风景区) is a multi-step series of waterfalls linked by footpaths, located 20 km northeast of Luoping City. The tallest is 50 meters high and 110 …
- | 2023-08-16
Phoenix Valley Sex Culture Park
Phoenix Valley Sex Culture Park offers a unique perspective for sure (Chinese name 天体凤凰谷性文化主题公园). Visitors pass by images, sculptures and geological formations that …
- | 2023-08-16
Mushroom Mountain
Mushroom Mountain (菌子山), an extensive tract of forests, meadows and hilly terrain, offers abundant hiking opportunities. The high point at 2,410 meters sprouts several …
- | 2023-08-16
Qujing -> Baila Shan
Baila Shan
Baila Shan (白腊山) is the highest mountain in Luoping County, located in the eastern part of Qujing Prefecture. It rises above vast fields of canola flowers, reaching an …
Ken Krov | 2023-08-16
Haba Book Info
We first encountered the sublime beauty of the Haba region in the book Dameishanhe: Hutiaoxia (大美山河: 虎跳峡). The title translates as “Gorgeous Mountain River: Tiger …
- | 2023-08-12
Dry River Valley
A voluminous river of ice once filled Dry River Valley. The glacier originated near the top of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and flowed far down the mountainside. The ice is …
Pieter Crow | 2023-01-14
Overview: Kawagarbo / Meili Shan
TrekYunnan.com is developing content for Kawagarbo / Meili Snow Mountain. In the meantime you may follow these links to offsite information.
“Meili North Slope: 5 Day …
- | 2022-11-30
Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
The mountain, towering over the city of Lijiang, is actually a small range with a dozen peaks surpassing 5,000 meters. The highest summit, Shanzidou, reaches 5,596 meters…
- | 2022-11-30
Lanhua Meadow Route
NOTICE: Haba Snow Mountain is closed to hiking and mountaineering starting October 21, 2025. For more information see here.
Three trekking routes …
Ken Krov | 2022-11-29
Empty Glad Platform
Empty Glad Platform (空欢喜观景台) offers one of the best views of Tiger Leaping Gorge. The odd name just might express that feeling of emptiness beneath your feet. You should …
Ken Krov | 2022-11-15