Hidden hiking gem in Chongqing's urban area | Forest streams and lawns

Forests, plank roads, lawns, streams, riversides... A treasure hiking route right in Chongqing's urban area No need to travel far to get in touch with nature Great for friends or family outings, outdoor hiking, and parent-child walks Address: Jiuqu River Wetland Park, Yubei District (free) Navigation: Walk 200m to the west gate from 'Jiuqu River Station' on Light Rail Line 6 Despite being in the city center, it's not crowded, and the area is quite pristine The park is large, built along the Jiuqu River, with paths that are both forest-like and Japanese-style, dense water cedars, and winding roads. The deeper you go, the more serene it becomes, with walkways built along the river, making for an easy stroll. Along the way, you'll pass an ancient stone bridge with babbling water underneath, offering a particularly pleasant experience At the top of the western area of the park, there's a large lawn where you can see the Jialing River and trains in the distance. If you catch the sunset, it feels a bit like something out of a Hayao Miyazaki manga My single-line hiking route Jiuqu River Wetland Park (South Gate 2) - turn left after entering (the winding road and straight trees on both sides are great for photos) - Diepu Mountain Pond (a small waterfall and pond) - Fuye Bridge (a very atmospheric stone arch bridge, see picture 1) - Waterside Plank Road (surrounded by dense water cedars, especially beautiful from an aerial view, with a strong autumn vibe) - Jiuqu Zhe Bridge - West Area Mountain Top Lawn (where you can see train tracks not far away) The whole journey takes about 3-4 hours, with plenty of time to play and explore. It's very suitable for a half-day trip, with many plank roads along the way, making it great for beginners in outdoor hiking.