Things to do in Huadian

Hongshi National Forest Park

Jilin Hongshi National Forest Park is located in Huadian City and Jingyu County at the foot of Changbai Mountain and the bank of Songhua River, under the jurisdiction of Hongshi Forestry Bureau. It covers an area of ​​28,574.6 hectares, with a water area of ​​2,269 hectares and a forest coverage rate of 93.2%. Relying on the natural landscape of Baishan Lake, Hongshi Lake and the coast, the mountain, island and lake are integrated. It is currently a multifunctional national forest park in Jilin Province with a large area, high forest coverage, complete wild animals and plants, and extremely abundant water and soil resources. The park has distinct four seasons, with mountain flowers in spring, two lakes in summer, red leaves in autumn, and rime in winter. The park's natural landscape, original ecology, forest culture, and red history have formed a unique "red + green" tourism model, which is deeply favored by tourists from inside and outside the province. After several years of construction and development, the current Hongshi National Forest Park has complete infrastructure, rich landscape construction, and unique cultural creation. It has multiple functions such as sightseeing, leisure and entertainment, health and fitness, science education, and expansion training. Over the years, the park has been based on the concept of "protection first, scientific planning, cultural leadership, and innovative development". The key development and construction attractions include: Forest Oxygen Bar, Northeast Anti-Japanese Alliance Haozi Lake Secret Camp, Baishan Lake, and the naturally formed Hundred Miles Red Leaf Corridor and Hongshi Rime Group Landscape. Forest Oxygen Bar Attraction: Located in the vast sea of ​​forests, the natural forests in the park are of various shapes and forms, and the negative oxygen ion content in the air is as high as 12,600/cm³. The oxygen bar is full of green pines, white birches, and red leaves, with colorful and spectacular scenery. It is known as the "Three Primary Colors Forest Oxygen Bar". After development and construction, it has formed The Haozihu Secret Camp of the Northeast Anti-Japanese Allied Forces: In the 1960s, it was identified by the state as the best preserved, large-scale, and complete secret camp site of the Northeast Anti-Japanese Allied Forces. It was an important secret camp and battlefield site of the First Route Army of the Northeast Anti-Japanese Allied Forces. There are more than 20 relatively well-preserved sites: the headquarters, the underground cellar, the general spring, the Qingsong stove, etc. The Haozihu Secret Camp Memorial Hall of the Northeast Anti-Japanese Allied Forces has a construction area of ​​712 square meters, and displays a large number of detailed pictures, physical objects and other historical materials. Baishan Lake Scenic Area: After the Baishan Dam was closed and filled with water, a large river-style artificial lake, Baishan Lake, was formed, which is known as the "No. 1 Lake under Changbai Mountain". Baishan Lake starts from Baishan Town and goes up to Fusong and Jingyu County. The reservoir capacity is 6.438 billion cubic meters, the catchment area is 19,000 square kilometers, the basin area is 124.4 square kilometers, accounting for about 24% of the area of ​​Songhua River, and the annual net flow is 7.403 billion cubic meters. Wangjiang Pavilion stands on Pingding Mountain beside Baishan Lake. It is a reconstruction of Wangjiang Pavilion in the Qing Dynasty. It was built in the 20th year of Guangxu (1894). It covers an area of ​​256 square meters, a construction area of ​​650 square meters, and is 26 meters high. Hongshi National Forest Park has now been awarded the title of "National Forest Health Base Pilot Construction Unit". It has been awarded many titles, including "National Research and Practice Education Base for Primary and Secondary School Students", "Jilin Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Unit", "Jilin Provincial Northeast Anti-Japanese United Army Red Education Base", "Jilin Provincial National Defense Education Demonstration Base", "Jilin Provincial Ecological Civilization Education Base", and "Jilin Provincial Chinese Communist Party History Education Base".

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No. 1 of Best Things to Do in Jilin

Jingyue Lake

Jingyue Pond (Crescent Pond) is a reservoir in the southeastern suburb of Changchun. It is known as the "sister lake of Taiwan's Riyue Lake". The groves of trees planted around the lake have become the largest forest park in Changchun. Walk through the forest paths to admire the trees, or stroll to the reservoir to look at the glimmering water and breathe in some fresh air. This is a great place to relax and unwind.

No. 7 of Best Things to Do in Northeastern China

Changbai Mountain

Changbai Mountain is divided into three major scenic areas: North Slope, West Slope, and South slope. The whole area is full of natural splendor, and the crowning view is of the beautiful Heaven Lake in the caldera of the main volcanic cone, considered a holy place of prayer for many visitors. Heaven Lake offers different views depending on your vantage point. Many other beauties of nature await you here, such as the Changbai Waterfall, the high mountain garden, Jinjiang Canyon, the valley forest, and high mountain hot springs.

2026 Asia 50 - Ski Resorts

Beidahu Ski Resort

Beidahu Ski Resort is located in the extension of the Changbai Mountains in Jilin City, Jilin Province, within the golden ski latitude belt at 43°N. The unique mountain shape, surrounded by mountains on three sides, makes the area less windy in winter with a suitable climate. The average temperature is approx. -10°C, and the ski season can last for more than five months. The main peak, Nanlou Mountain, sits at an elevation of approx. 1,400 m, making it the highest peak in Jilin City. The mountain has a vertical drop of nearly 900 m, and the slopes range from gentle to steep, covering multiple gradients to meet the different needs of beginners to advanced skiers. The resort's snow is dry, loose, and nearly powdery. Thanks to its high-quality powder snow resources, it is known as a "powder snow paradise." This place has hosted the 6th Asian Winter Games, multiple National Winter Games, and important events such as the FIS Freestyle Ski World Cup and alpine skiing point races, making it one of China's key ice and snow competition and training bases. In addition to daytime skiing, the resort also offers evening sessions. The nearly windless conditions in winter create a unique experience for night skiing — fewer people, quiet snow, stars overhead, and vast slopes beneath your feet, completely different from the daytime. In winter, the mountains often display spectacular rime ice, with ice-coated trees complementing the powdery snow and adding a distinctive touch to the resort. Beidahu is equally pleasant in summer, with high forest coverage, where visitors can hike along mountain trails or go cycling, enjoying a cool retreat amid green mountains and clear waters. The resort features a comprehensive service center integrating ski equipment rental, dining, shopping, and leisure, and has a ski school offering graded instruction, suitable for skiers of all levels and family vacations.

Maple Snow Tribe

As a highlight of the ice and snow culture in Huadian City, the "Maple Snow Tribe" is located in the Red Leaf Attraction of ​​Zhaodaji Mountain National Forest Park in Jilin Province. In winter, the snow cave ice sculptures and rime wonders in the Attraction are ingenious. When you come here, you can not only experience ice and snow sports such as horse-drawn sleighs and snowmobiles, but also the unique Northeast folk performances and Northeast farm dishes can make you feel the authentic "Northeast flavor" in the cold winter. Maple Snow Tribe, a different cave world that cleverly combines artificial creation with natural landscapes is presented before your eyes. This is a wonderful world of ice and snow. Red lanterns, icicles, and the warm and rich Chinese red convey reunion and joy; the persistent and lovely icicles reflect purity and childlike fun. It is said that ice and fire are two different worlds, but these two incompatible things cleverly form a picture that complements each other. Since it is named "Maple Snow Tribe", it is to pay respect to the Jurchen era more than a thousand years ago. Think about the Jurchen Jin Dynasty, which was originally a vassal of the Liao Dynasty. However, the Jurchen people who grew up in the white mountains and black waters were romantic and generous by nature, and were unwilling to be vassals of others for a long time. Therefore, the Jurchens worked hard to achieve the prosperity of the Jin Dynasty and the Qing Dynasty for hundreds of years, leaving a very brilliant record in history books. And tribal culture was the foundation for the endless life of the Jurchen people in the early years.

No. 4 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Heilongjiang

Jingpo Lake Scenic Spot

Jingpo Lake Scenic Area, the beautiful lake of Mudanjiang, known as the West Lake in the north, is a well-known summer resort. The main scenic spot of Jingbo Lake includes two parts: Hangshuilou Waterfall and Bailichang Lake. The Hangshuilou Waterfall is a famous landscape of Jingbo Lake. Every summer, especially after the rain, the water is roaring and magnificent; Baili Changhu It refers to the Jingbo Lake District, where you can take a boat trip to the lake at Jingbo Mountain Villa.

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Changbai Mountain North Slope Scenic Area

The area north of Tianchi Lake in Changbai Mountain is known as the North attraction of ​​Changbai Mountain. There are more attractions here than on the West Slope and South Slope, but there are also more visitors.attractionThe Changbai Mountain Waterfall, Julong Spring, and Valley Forest are all classic geological wonders. You can also take a shuttle bus to experience the rapid curves and then overlook the beautiful scenery of Changbai Mountain Tianchi from the steep main peak. Upon entering the attraction, you must first take an eco-friendly bus to the transfer center. From there, you can choose to take the shuttle bus on the left-hand road to view the main peak and Changbai Mountain Tianchi Lake, or take the eco-friendly bus on the right-hand road to view Changbai Waterfall. If the weather is good in the morning, you can go up to the main peak first when there are fewer visitors and take the shuttle bus (usually a Mercedes-Benz van, 20 minutes one-way) to experience the thrill of continuously and rapidly navigating the curves on the winding mountain road. After getting off the shuttle bus, it's about a ten-minute walk uphill to the top. There are two routes, A and B, with signs indicating them. Usually, you take route A to the top and then continue on route B to descend, avoiding backtracking. If time is limited, you can complete route A and then descend directly via the steps between the two routes. Take the eco-friendly bus from the transfer center directly to the waterfall parking lot (10 minutes one-way). Walk up the boardwalk for a short distance to see Julong Spring and Changbai Waterfall.That waterfall is the outlet of Tianchi Lake, and its 68-meter drop is truly spectacular.The hot spring plaza here sells uniquely flavored hot spring eggs, which you can try. You can also wash your hands in the nearby hot spring pool and experience the volcanic hot spring. It's a five-minute drive from the waterfall parking lot by eco-bus.Little Heavenly Lake,Little Heavenly LakeIt's a tranquil little lake, its surface reflecting the elegant forms of the trees. After lingering for a few minutes, you can return along the boardwalk, where you can see the Erdao Baihe River flowing through the narrow canyon. After about 15 minutes of walking, you'll reach the entrance to Green Abyss Pool. There's a large restaurant called Lanjing Fast Food here that offers lunch; it's located within the attraction, but the prices are relatively high. Green Abyss Pool is a pool of emerald green water, with a waterfall cascading down the cliff on one side. On the way back along the boardwalk after visiting Green Abyss Pool, you'll see Jade Spring. From the parking lot in front of Blue View Fast Food, it's a five-minute drive to...Entrance to the Valley ForestStrolling along the boardwalk through the primeval forest is very pleasant. At the end, you can overlook the forest that sinks into the valley, but you cannot go down to the bottom of the valley at present. The valley forest is the closest scenic spot to the mountain gate. It is about a 40-minute drive from the attraction.Erdaobaihe TownIt's a major tourist hub, with various hotels, shops, restaurants, and bars, all reasonably priced. If you have some free time, you can visit the Changbai Mountain Natural History Museum in town, or watch a traditional folk opera performance at the Northeast Wind Changbai Mountain Grand Theatre. Nearby attractions like the Daxitaihe scenic area and the Magic scenic area are also worth checking out.

No. 1 of Night Attractions in Jilin

Changchun Zoological And Botanical Park

Changchun Zoological And Botanical Park is located at 2121 Ziyou Avenue, Nanguan District, Changchun. It is a diversified park integrating animal and plant exhibitions and science education, traditional Journey to the West themed performances, and a leisure camping area. Currently, Changchun Zoological And Botanical Park is a national AAAA-level tourist attraction, covering an area of approximately 74 hectares, including 56 hectares of green space and 8.8 hectares of water. The park boasts beautiful scenery and abundant resources, with more than ten thousand plants and nearly a hundred species of animals and plants, including Asian elephants, giraffes, zebras, and rhinos. During the day, there are science shows and feeding sessions for small animals such as red pandas, hippos, and Asian elephants; at night, there are Journey to the West themed performances. It has been praised by netizens as "a theme park suited to Chinese children's tastes" and has obtained authorization from the 1986 CCTV adaptation of Journey to the West. With immersive scene design, a main stage and more than twenty sub-stage performances, the "snow cake monkey" feeding at the foot of Five Elements Mountain has gone viral. The leisure camping area offers a relaxed and comfortable experience, and the park also features nearly three thousand sets of decorative lanterns, bringing you into a dreamlike Journey to the West Fantasyland!

2026 Global 50 - Hot Springs Attractions

Changbai Mountain Julong Volcano Hot Spring

Changbai Mountain Julong Volcano Hot Spring is located at the old mountain gate of Changbai Mountain North Scenic Area, a national 5A-level attraction, 1.5 km from the new mountain gate. It directly pipes in volcanic overflow hot spring water from Julong Spring. The indoor facility covers over 3,300 m² with 10 pools including Changbai Mountain herbal baths, children's play pools and multi-functional hydrotherapy areas. The outdoor area spans 3,600 m² featuring 21 landscaped hot spring pools. Each pool at Tianchi Hot Spring incorporates biomimetic designs, reflecting our harmony-with-nature theme while enhancing visitor experience. With premium water quality, thoughtful service and pristine ecology, this is your year-round hot spring sanctuary. Experience Changbai Mountain's wonders: 12°C pink snow warmth, 22°C refreshing coolness, and don't miss the 82°C misty beauty.