[2025 Minhou Attraction] Travel Guide for Wuhu Mountain (Updated Jul)

🚗 Navigate directly to [Wulingyan Zen Temple], where the ancient monastery offers serene tranquility as the starting point of your journey. Follow the signs winding up towards [Fangshan Reservoir]. 🏰 Upon reaching [Chenyouzhai Dingmen], you'll encounter a fork in the road—remember to choose the direction toward [Huitouhu]! Climb to the summit of Huitouhu, where the breathtaking panorama will leave your camera shutter clicking nonstop 📷👀! 🌊 After soaking in the mountain views, continue onward to [Fangshan Reservoir]. The lush greenery along the way is nature’s gift with every step 🌿. Arriving at the reservoir, the tranquil lake mirrors the blue sky and white clouds, creating a scene almost too beautiful to be true 💧🌈. 🌉 Walk along the lakeside toward the [Dam]. Once at the dam, you’ll spot a small bridge—this marks the start of the cliffside aqueduct (follow the trail with ribbons 🎈). Stroll along the aqueduct to admire the stunning cliffside scenery on both sides. ⛰️ After enjoying the cliffside aqueduct, retrace your steps back to the [Dam], then follow the black fence along the reservoir to the [Zhiqing Point]. From here, you can proceed to various peaks of Wuhu Mountain as indicated by the signs. 🌳 Route: Wulingyan Zen Temple → Chenyouzhai Dingmen → Huitouhu → Dam → Cliffside Aqueduct → Dam → Zhiqing Point → Chenyouzhai Dingmen → Wulingyan Zen Temple 🧭 Duration: ~13 km, 4 hours (excluding photo stops/breaks). We started at 10:30 AM and finished by 4:30 PM, totaling 6 hours. 🔑 If your stamina is limited, you can skip Huitouhu. After reaching Chenyouzhai Dingmen, head straight to Fangshan Reservoir, cutting the distance by 4–5 km. 🔥 Tips: Wear comfortable hiking shoes, bring plenty of water and snacks. The mountain breeze may be cool, but the physical exertion is no joke! 🏃‍♀️💦

Minhou County, under the jurisdiction of Fuzhou City, Fujian Province, covers a total area of 2,136 square kilometers and has a resident population of about 910,000. It has a long history, being one of the first five counties in Fujian's history, and boasts a rich cultural heritage and numerous enchanting natural landscapes. Itinerary Overview Days: 1 day Route map: [Tanshi Mountain Site Museum—Ganzhe Urban Park—Five Tiger Mountain National Forest Park] Budget: Approx. CNY 500 (excluding accommodation, which varies depending on the hotel chosen) One-Day Itinerary [Morning] Visit Tanshi Mountain Site Museum The Tanshi Mountain Site Museum is an important window showcasing the ancient civilization of Minhou. The museum displays a large number of precious cultural relics unearthed from the Tanshi Mountain site, including pottery, stone tools, and bone artifacts. These relics vividly demonstrate the life scenes and cultural features of humans in ancient times. 📍How to get there: Take a bus to near Ganzhe Subdistrict, then walk to the museum. ✅Recommended route: Visit the various exhibition halls of the museum. 📸Must-see photo spots: The exterior of the Tanshi Mountain Site Museum. 💡Tips: Maintain order inside the museum, visit quietly, and listen carefully to the stories behind the relics. [Noon] Enjoy local cuisine Near the Tanshi Mountain Site Museum, you can savor local specialties such as Minhou olives, which have a unique flavor, starting with an astringent taste and ending with a sweet aftertaste. The average cost is about CNY 20 per person. [Afternoon] Stroll through Ganzhe Urban Park and explore Five Tiger Mountain National Forest Park Ganzhe Urban Park is an urban oasis full of vitality. The park is shaded by lush trees and flourishing flowers, with winding paths for strolling and a beautiful lake with crystal-clear water reflecting the surrounding scenery. Five Tiger Mountain National Forest Park is famous for its unique mountain landscape, with five peaks resembling five crouching tigers, majestic and spectacular. The mountain has rich vegetation and fresh air, and you can overlook the surrounding magnificent scenery from the top of the mountain. 📍How to get there: Take a taxi from Ganzhe Urban Park to Five Tiger Mountain National Forest Park. ✅Recommended route: Visit the main scenic areas of Ganzhe Urban Park, such as the lakeside and flower areas; take the hiking routes in Five Tiger Mountain National Forest Park. 📸Must-see photo spots: The beautiful lake view in Ganzhe Urban Park and the majestic peaks of Five Tiger Mountain. 💡Tips: Pay attention to safety when visiting Five Tiger Mountain National Forest Park. Be prepared for hiking with suitable shoes, water, etc. 😋Food recommendation: Minhou fish balls, which are springy and chewy, served in a delicious and flavorful soup. The average cost is about CNY 15 per person. Things to Avoid - Check traffic conditions in advance and plan your time accordingly to avoid delays due to traffic jams. - Pay attention to environmental protection in scenic areas and do not litter. 💕Hope this guide will help you have a wonderful day in Minhou🎉! Follow me to discover the unique charm of more places!

Sunshine spreads over the mountains and forests, quietly listening to the bell's chanting The wind passes through the corridors, the ancient temple is filled with lingering Zen fragrance - If you come to Wuhu Mountain, you definitely shouldn't miss this place Hidden among the rocks and vegetation, it's like stepping into a still moment in time The eaves are exquisite, with an ancient charm Casual photos here are very picturesque - Wulingyan Temple is located halfway up the fourth peak of Wuhu Mountain Founded during the Tang Dynasty, it has been repaired several times Cleverly built against the mountain using five giant rocks Spanning rocks, leaning against rocks, passing through rock crevices Scattered and interspersed, with a unique style Though small and exquisite, it has everything one would expect - The temple is not large, and it can be toured in half an hour Standing on the viewing platform in the temple You can overlook the mountains and the cityscape At the foot of the mountain is Wuhu Mountain Suburban Park, which has a camping site Recently, there is also a sea of Galsang flowers You can also visit and check in while hiking Wuhu Mountain - 【Wuhu Mountain Wulingyan Zen Temple】 🕖Opening hours: 07:00-11:30, 13:30-17:00 🚗Transportation: It is recommended to drive to Wuhu Mountain Suburban Park, or take 🚇Metro Line 5 to Luozhou Ancient Town Station and take a taxi🚖for about 20 yuan - Travel tips It's about 1.5km from the suburban park to Wulingyan Zen Temple, about a 30-minute walk, and there are guide signs all the way so you won't get lost -

Minhou Wuhu Mountain can be considered a treasure trove for hiking enthusiasts in Fuzhou! There's not just one route to choose from, but many routes that can be connected and arranged according to one's own strength and interest. You must try it if you have the chance. This time, I recommend one of the hiking routes, rush on the holidays ⭕ Wuhu Mountain Hiking Route From Huangtubian Village in Minhou, Fuzhou -- Wulingyan Zen Temple - White Tiger -- Suihu Mountain --- Tiger Cub -- Shaigucheng -- Jiuxian Temple -- Xiaojiadao Bus Station Ps: There are multiple entrances for hiking Wuhu Mountain. For beginners, it is highly recommended to start from Huangtubian Village, go up the mountain via Wulingyan Zen Temple, and continue to Jiuxian Temple. From Jiuxian Temple, follow the wide mountain road directly to Xiaojiadao. This way, even if you can only descend the mountain in the evening, at least the road down is much safer! ⭕ Wuhu Mountain Hiking Precautions After reaching Jiuxian Temple, beginners should definitely take the main road directly down to Xiaojiadao. Do not think about heading towards Lion Head Peak, as this section of the road is currently less traveled, with weeds taller than a person, and the mountain path is deserted, making it impossible to find the way! We were delayed here for half an hour, unable to find the way, and ultimately had to give up. We asked the person in charge at Jiuxian Temple and descended the mountain via the main road to Xiaojiadao! ⭕ Wuhu Mountain Hiking Preparation The section of the road from Wulingyan Zen Temple to White Tiger is relatively difficult to walk, with narrow paths that only allow one person to pass, and weeds on both sides that are even taller than a person. In the summer and autumn seasons, you may encounter various snakes and insects, so it is recommended to wear long sleeves, long pants, hats, walking sticks, and suitable hiking shoes! A power bank is a must-have to prevent your phone from running out of battery! Be sure to download offline maps, as there will be no signal near Shaigucheng! For those hiking Wuhu Mountain for the first time, you can download the outdoor app: Liuzhijiao, which will help you follow the trail and basically not get lost. Be sure to refer to the latest route, don't do archaeology!!! ⭕ Best Photo Spots on Wuhu Mountain Hiking The best photo spots during the Wuhu Mountain hike are also at the beginning of the route, especially near White Tiger, with giant rocks, reed marshes, and cityscapes, all making for excellent backgrounds! ⭕ Time Required for Wuhu Mountain Hiking Hiking time varies from person to person. Our full journey of 13.23 kilometers took about 7 hours, with nearly a third of the time spent taking photos; it is recommended to start climbing from Huangtubian Village as early as possible in the morning, aiming to start by 9 am. ⭕ Is Self-Driving Recommended If you self-drive to Huangtubian Village according to our route, after descending the mountain to Xiaojiadao, you will have to take a bus to Shanggan Town, and then from Shanggan Town, take a ride back to Huangtubian Village to retrieve your car. Cars can be parked 50 meters inside the archway of Huangtubian Village, then walk up the mountain. It is not recommended to park your car further inside at Wulingyan Zen Temple or Zhengji Temple, as the mountain roads are steep and only have one lane. If you have time on the holidays, then go into the mountains and have fun.