West Slope of Changbai Mountain (Songjianghe)
The west slope climbs 1,442 steps to the rim of Heaven Lake, offering the 'best panoramic view of Heaven Lake' with wide, unobstructed vistas
Visitor info
- Opening hours
- 06:30-16:00
- Ticket
- Admission same as North Slope
Price is indicative — final quote on inquiry.
The west slope reaches the rim of Heaven Lake via 1,442 steps, offering the 'best panoramic view of Heaven Lake' with wide, unobstructed vistas. The Jinjiang Grand Canyon is deep and otherworldly, and in June-July the alpine gardens' tundra flowers carpet the slopes. Choose either the west or north slope, or visit both over two days.
Getting there: Transfer from Changbaishan Station / self-drive
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