Shenyang Must-Climb Qipanshan Guide

Shenyang Qipanshan Travel Notes📒 Key Information✨ - Address: Qipanshan International Scenic Tourism Development Zone, Hunnan District, Shenyang - Opening Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Open year-round) - Tickets: Free entrance to the scenic area🚪, individual attractions charge separately (Forest Zoo 80 RMB/person, Guandong Film City 68 RMB/person, Ice and Snow World in winter 100-200 RMB/person) - Discounts: Half price for students/seniors with ID, 10% off for online bookings made 2 hours in advance💰 Transportation🚌 - Self-driving: 30 minutes from downtown along Shenqi Road (G1212), parking fee 10-20 RMB/day, no shuttle buses inside the park, self-driving is more convenient - Public Transport: Take Metro Line 1 to Pangjiang Street Station, transfer to Bus 168 direct; during peak season, direct buses available from Shenyang North Station and Olympic Sports Center - Avoid Pitfalls: Ignore unlicensed taxis after getting off the bus to avoid scams🙅 Must-Do Activities & Routes🗺️ Classic Route (Recommended for self-driving) South Gate → Xiuhu Lake and Dock → Huishan Mountain → Qipanshan Mountain → Dayang Mountain 1. Xiuhu Lake: Enjoy lakeside scenery and fishing, see the "Green Lotus Pond" in summer, take a boat or speedboat ride🚤, in autumn hike or bike along the 15 km green trail for a relaxing experience 2. Huishan Mountain (265m): Take the open-air cable car up, enjoy views from Qingxuelou and the hanging terrace, descend via thrilling slide, at the foot is Huishan Bird Forest (over 80 rare bird species) and Xiangyang Temple 3. Qipanshan Mountain (260m): 1-hour hike to the summit, check in at the legendary Chessboard Stone where immortals played chess, the Forest Zoo is at the base🐒 4. Dayang Mountain: Experience outdoor CS games and amusement park, enjoy Northeast farmhouse cuisine and roast whole lamb at the folk village at the foot Seasonal Activities - Winter (December-February): Ice and Snow World for ice sculptures, skiing, snowmobiles, snow tubing, horse sledding, and 30+ other activities❄️ - Autumn: Enjoy red leaves at Huishan and Qipanshan, perfect for photography📸 - Summer: Cool off with picnics and lakeside camping, feel the breeze over the lotus pond Practical Tips⚠️ - Gear: Wear anti-slip and warm clothes in winter, sun protection and mosquito repellent in summer, comfortable hiking shoes - Supplies: Food and drinks are expensive in the park, bring your own water and snacks, mobile payments widely accepted, carry some cash for remote areas - Avoid Pitfalls: Enter before 8 AM on holidays to avoid crowds, install snow chains for winter driving; drone flights require prior approval, no feeding wild animals in the predator zone - Emergency: Medical station is on the west side of Xiuhu Lake Square, call rescue hotline if needed