A must-have for hiking enthusiasts! 6 safe trails around Beijing, officially recommended

— Light hiking during holidays, check off forests, canyons, and the Great Wall, safety first, enjoy your trip!

🌲 6 beginner-friendly hiking routes, safe and compliant with no risks
1️⃣ Xiangshan-Badachu (Shambhala) · Classic beginner route
📍 Distance: 1h from downtown | 🚶‍♂️ Length: 12km | ⏱ Duration: 4-5h

Highlights: Stunning red leaves in season, suitable for beginners, cable car or slide descent available at the end (ticket required)
Safety tips: Some sections have loose stones, wear non-slip shoes and use trekking poles
Check-in spot: Guixiao Rock Viewing Platform (overlooks Beijing city, but do not climb the railings)

2️⃣ Western Beijing Ancient Trail · Historical path
📍 Distance: 1.5h from Mentougou | 🚶‍♂️ Length: 8-15km options | ⏱ Duration: 3-6h

Highlights: Ming and Qing dynasty merchant trail, historical relics like Tiwowo, ancient bridges, and inscriptions
Safety tips: Some parts are quite primitive, hike in groups, do not touch cultural relics
Recommended food: Wangping Town baked flatbread with pork knuckle (replenish energy after hiking)

3️⃣ Huanghuacheng Water Great Wall · Mountain and water Great Wall line
📍 Distance: 1.5h from Huairou | 🚶‍♂️ Length: 5km loop around the lake | ⏱ Duration: 2-3h

Highlights: Great Wall reflected in the lake, chestnut picking in autumn (do not climb unopened sections)
Safety tips: Do not climb over railings in the scenic area, watch for falling rock warnings
Photography tip: Shoot the "Great Wall entering water" reflection at 4pm (drone use requires prior approval)

4️⃣ Baihe Canyon · Stream tracing trail
📍 Distance: 2h from Miyun | 🚶‍♂️ Length: 10km | ⏱ Duration: 5h

Highlights: Cliff plank road + emerald river, summer rafting available (choose a licensed operator)
Safety tips: No signal in some sections, download offline maps in advance
Must-shoot spot: "Jingdong First Bay" U-shaped canyon (do not approach cliff edges)

5️⃣ Shentangyu Wooden Boardwalk · Family-friendly route
📍 Distance: 1h from Huairou | 🚶‍♂️ Length: 7km flat trail | ⏱ Duration: 2h

Highlights: Entirely wooden boardwalk, suitable for families and pets (leash required)
Safety tips: Slippery near the creek, watch children carefully
Recommended activity: Rainbow trout farmhouse feast at the end (choose a reputable restaurant)

6️⃣ Donglingshan · Alpine meadow route
📍 Distance: 2.5h from Mentougou | 🚶‍♂️ Length: 10km summit trail | ⏱ Duration: 6h

Highlights: Beijing’s highest peak (2303m), alpine meadows + yak herds (do not disturb)
Safety tips: Large temperature difference at the summit, bring a windbreaker, avoid hiking alone
Environmental advice: Bring your own trash bags, practice leave-no-trace hiking

🎒 Safe Hiking Guide (Must-read!)
✅ Clothing advice: Quick-dry clothes + windbreaker + non-slip shoes (avoid jeans)
✅ Backpack essentials: 2 bottles of water, energy snacks, first aid kit, trash bags
✅ Group rules: Hike with companions, avoid night hiking
✅ Environmental rules: Do not damage vegetation, do not feed wildlife
✅ Emergency: Call scenic area rescue or 110

Final reminder:
"Hiking is for relaxation, safety ensures you have fun!" 🚶‍♂️🌿
(This guide is based on officially recommended routes, please follow scenic area regulations and enjoy your trip~)

Design points:

No dangerous actions (such as climbing or taking photos at cliff edges)
Highlight safety gear (trekking poles, first aid kit)
Include official scenic area signs (such as "Leave No Trace" slogans)