[2025 Yichun Attraction] Travel Guide for Xing'an Forest Park (Updated Feb)

Driving to Harbin, the main attraction in the city is the Ice and Snow World, while outside the city it's Snow Town. 🥹 Unfortunately, the Ice and Snow World was temporarily closed on February 6th, the second day after our arrival, likely in preparation for the Asian Winter Games opening ceremony. We wanted to go to Snow Town, but were hesitant to self-drive on icy roads and it was too late to book a local tour. Not to mention, Snow Town was in the news with soaring costs 💹. 🙈 So, we decided to head to Yichun, which is also about 300+ km from Harbin. It turned out to be the right choice ✔️, a journey filled with surprises and pristine natural beauty! ☃️ Dense snow-covered forests flashed past the car window, and the enchanting linhai snowfield gradually came into view. Imagine mushroom-shaped wooden houses 🏚️ buried in thick snow, a pure and original fairytale world, where you can take photos up close without any disturbance. ♻️ Wuyings National Forest Park and Xing'an National Forest Park near Yichun undoubtedly satisfy all desires for frolicking and rolling in knee-deep snow. At the Wuyings National Forest Park visitor center, we watched a group of children playing soccer ⚽️ in the snow next to the ice sculptures, experiencing the pure joy of a free and easy snow world. 😪 Since our car didn't have snow tires or anti-skid chains, we regretfully skipped the rime scenery at the Sunke Grand Platform for safety reasons. But this trip was still a super fun snow adventure 🎉. 🩸 Yichun is a beautiful small city with forests and snow. The local architecture, including the expressway toll stations and city bus stops, is also unique. While hotel prices in Harbin skyrocketed during peak season, Yichun offered great value for money. In the evening, we enjoyed affordable and steaming hot iron pot fish 🐠, followed by a candied hawthorn on a stick for a sweet treat. Back in the hotel, we were so warm we only needed to wear short sleeves, a stark contrast to the freezing temperatures outside. Yichun left us with wonderful memories 👩‍🌾. 📍Tips Wuyings National Forest Park is 70 km from Yichun, Xing'an National Forest Park is 6 km from Yichun, and the Sunke Grand Platform is 160 km from Yichun.

Hey guys 👋, Yichun in January is like a dreamy ice and snow fairy tale world. I just came back from there, and now I'm sharing this super detailed guide with you. Let's start this ice and snow adventure together! 🌆 Yichun is located in the northeast of Heilongjiang Province. It is a city surrounded by forests and is known as the "Forest Capital." The forest coverage rate here is very high, with vast forests, clear rivers, and fresh air that seems to be filtered by nature. In January, Yichun is covered in snow, and the world of white snow is breathtakingly beautiful, as if time has stopped for this purity. 🚗 Transportation Guide ✈️ Plane: Yichun Lindu Airport has opened several routes, with direct flights to Harbin, Beijing, and other places. The airport is not far from the city, and there are airport buses for transfers. You can also take a taxi, which is convenient and fast. 🚄 High-speed rail: Currently, Yichun has high-speed trains to Harbin and other places, departing from Yichun West Station. The high-speed train from Harbin to Yichun is relatively short, and the scenery along the way is beautiful. After arriving in Yichun, you can take a bus or taxi to the hotel or scenic spot. 🚌 City bus: Yichun city buses can reach some attractions, but the number of buses is relatively small, and the interval time is long. During some peak tourist seasons, the operating time may be adjusted according to the number of tourists. You can also rent a car to travel freely to various attractions. 🗺 Recommended Itinerary Day1️⃣: Wuying National Forest Park - Hongxing Geological Park (see rime) Day2️⃣: Meihua River Resort (skiing, hot springs) - Shanggangling Xishui National Forest Park Day3️⃣: Yichun Xing'an Forest Park - Yichun Ice and Snow World 🌟 Must-visit Attractions 📍 Wuying National Forest Park: Entering the park is like stepping into a green ocean. Here, ancient trees tower, and red pines stand tall. Walking on the pine path, breathing the air rich in negative oxygen ions, and listening to the cheerful songs of birds, you feel as if you are one with nature. In January, the trees in the park are covered with ice and snow, forming a unique rime landscape, which is stunning 📷 📍 Hongxing Geological Park: Here, you can see spectacular stone seas and magical rime on large platforms. The rime is as white as jade, contrasting with the peculiar stones, creating a picturesque scene. In the cold winter, appreciating this masterpiece of nature makes you marvel at the wonders of nature. 📍 Meihua River Resort: In January, this place is a paradise for skiing enthusiasts, with various ski slopes and excellent snow quality. After skiing, you can soak in a hot spring, enjoying the warm spring water in the ice and snow, which is very pleasant. Looking at the ice and snow world around the hot spring, you can experience the wonderful feeling of ice and fire. 📍 Yichun Ice and Snow World: Various ice and snow sculptures are lifelike, including tall castles, cute animal shapes, and more. When the lights come on at night, the entire ice and snow world is colorful, like a dream castle. Here, you can enjoy playing on ice slides, riding snow tubes, and other amusement projects, feeling the joy brought by ice and snow. 📌 Practical Tips 1. Tickets for Wuying National Forest Park can be booked online in advance. There are sightseeing buses in the scenic area, and it is recommended to take them because the park is large, and walking can be tiring. Also, the temperature is low in January, so keep warm and wear non-slip shoes. 2. There may be snow on the roads in Hongxing Geological Park, so be careful when driving, or you can choose to rent a car. Choose the right time to see the rime, as it is usually most spectacular in the early morning when the temperature is low. 3. When skiing at Meihua River Resort, prepare warm clothes and ski equipment in advance. If you don't have your own equipment, you can rent it at the resort. Follow the rules of the hot spring venue and maintain personal hygiene when soaking in the hot spring. 4. Tickets for Yichun Ice and Snow World can be booked online in advance, and there will be discounts. Protect yourself when playing to avoid getting injured in amusement projects. 🍜 Local Food Recommendations 🥘 Iron Pot Stew: This is a classic northeastern dish! In Yichun, iron pot stew is mainly made with fish, chicken, ribs, and other ingredients, paired with potatoes, corn, vermicelli, and other side dishes. The ingredients are slowly stewed in a large iron pot, and the aroma is overflowing after stewing. The fish is tender, the chicken is flavorful, the ribs are off the bone, and the side dishes absorb the aroma of the meat and the rich taste of the soup, making it super enjoyable to eat 👍 🐟 Red Pine Nut Fish: Yichun is rich in red pine nuts, which are cooked with fish. The pine nut fragrance is integrated into the fish. The fish is tender and juicy, and the pine nuts are crispy and delicious, with a unique taste and flavor. 🥔 Northeastern Big Lapi: The lapi is crystal clear, with a smooth and chewy texture. It is served with cucumber shreds, carrot shreds, shredded meat, and other ingredients, then drizzled with special sesame sauce, chili oil, and other seasonings. After mixing well, it has a rich taste, is sour and spicy, and is a very popular cold dish. 🥧 Sticky Bean Bun: Made with glutinous rice flour and red bean paste. After steaming, the sticky bean bun has a soft and sticky skin, and the red bean paste is sweet and delicate, full of northeastern flavor. In the cold January, eating a few sticky bean buns warms you up and satisfies your cravings. 🍢 Grilled Cold Noodles: Special cold noodle slices are grilled on an iron plate, with eggs, sausages, onions, cilantro, and other ingredients, then drizzled with sweet and sour sauce. Grilled cold noodles have a rich taste, with the chewy texture of cold noodles and the aroma of eggs and sausages, making them a popular street snack. 🥣 Hericium Erinaceus Stewed Chicken: Yichun's Hericium Erinaceus is of high quality and is stewed with chicken. The Hericium Erinaceus absorbs the chicken's flavor, becoming more delicious, and the chicken is more nourishing due to the Hericium Erinaceus. The stewed soup is fresh and delicious, rich in nutrients. 🏨 Hotel Accommodation 📍 Near Wuying National Forest Park: Wuying Hotel is located near the park, making it convenient to travel. The rooms are clean and tidy, and you can feel the forest's atmosphere. Some rooms offer views of the park, allowing you to get close to nature while resting. 📍 Inside Meihua River Resort: The resort hotel rooms are spacious and comfortable, with complete facilities and a strong northeastern style. You can see the ski resort's scenery from the room and enjoy the beautiful starry sky at night. The hotel's dining is also good, allowing you to taste authentic northeastern cuisine. 📍 Yichun City: Yichun Baoyu Longhua Hot Spring Hotel is located in the city, with convenient transportation. In addition to a comfortable accommodation environment, the hotel also has hot spring facilities, allowing you to relax in a hot spring after a day of play. 💖 Travel Experience During these three days in Yichun, I felt like I was in an ice and snow fairy tale world. In Wuying National Forest Park, I was immersed in the tranquility and mystery of the primeval forest; the rime and stone sea of Hongxing Geological Park made me feel the magic of nature; skiing and hot springs at Meihua River Resort allowed me to experience the collision of ice and snow with warmth; Yichun Ice and Snow World let me fully enjoy the joy brought by ice and snow. And those delicious foods, every bite is full of northeastern boldness and enthusiasm. Yichun in January is like a place enchanted by ice and snow elves, pure, beautiful, and unforgettable. I'm already looking forward to coming back to Yichun next time to continue exploring its beauty 💕

Yichun, a green gem in northern Heilongjiang, is a summer resort and adventure paradise for many travelers with its vast forests, fresh air, and rich natural resources. The lush mountains, rippling waters, and natural ecology are unique to Yichun. [Recommended Attractions] 📍Jiayin Dinosaur National Geopark Ticket: CNY 50 Opening hours: 8:00 am–4:30 pm Transportation: Self-drive Recommended for: Family trips 📍Jinshan Deer Park Ticket: CNY 38 Opening hours: 7:30 am–5:30 pm Transportation: Self-drive Recommended for: A world from comics 📍China Forest Capital Wood Sculpture Park Ticket: Free Opening hours: 8:00 am–6:00 pm Transportation: Self-drive Recommended for: Showcasing Yichun's cultural and artistic features 📍Shangganling Xishui National Forest Park Ticket: CNY 55 Opening hours: 9:00 am–5:00 pm Transportation: Bus station Recommended for: A paradise of forests, wetlands, and streams 📍Yichun Xing'an National Forest Park Ticket: Free Opening hours: 7:00 am–6:00 pm Transportation: Take bus 1 or 7 to Badaju Recommended for: Xing'an Tower, a landmark of the park 📍Jinzu Peak Scenic Area Ticket: CNY 40 Opening hours: 1:00 am–6:00 pm Transportation: Self-drive Recommended for: Although the altitude is not high, the sunrise and sea of clouds are beautiful. 📍Heilongjiang Yichun Hongxing Volcano Geopark Ticket: Free Opening hours: All day Transportation: Self-drive Recommended for: Heilongjiang's plant and animal resource reserve 📍Heilongjiang Yichun Granite Stone Forest National Geopark Ticket: CNY 120/person The unique stone forest landscape makes you feel like you are in another world. 📍Wudalianchi Scenic Area · Wudalianchi Ticket: Free Learn about the history and culture of Wudalianchi and broaden your horizons. 🦀🍡🍜Local Food Recommendations: 🔺Yuhua Korean Restaurant Recommended: Korean rice cake, Korean cold noodles, stone plate tofu 🔺Guo's Home Cooking Restaurant Recommended: Pork stew, sweet and sour pork, fried three kinds 🔺Old Taste Fried Bun (Xinxing West Street Branch) Recommended: Lotus root, sweet and sour pork, Northeastern-style fried pork 🔺Hongyan Restaurant Recommended: Braised tofu, fried pork intestines, braised pork knuckle

Hey, are you longing to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, find a quiet corner, and enjoy a "slow life"? Then come with me to Yichun! In Yichun, fields of wildflowers sway happily in the wind, like the hem of nature's skirt. The pool of clear water in front of you reflects the sky like a mirror. Looking up, the colorful autumn colors are like a beautiful painting. This is simply a natural oil painting. Imagine spending the weekend in such a picturesque place, what a great enjoyment it would be! More and more citizens come to Yichun's Xinqing National Wetland Park, Sino-Russian Border River, Tonglong Mountain Scenic Area, and Xing'an National Forest Park on weekends to enjoy this poetic slow life. 🌳Xinqing National Wetland Park: Walking into the Xinqing National Wetland Park in autumn is like stepping into a dreamy autumn painting. The colorful autumn leaves are reflected in the wetland lake, complementing each other. Under the gentle autumn sun, the entire wetland's autumn is given a lively breath. On weekends, bring your friends and family here! Walking on the plank road of the wetland park, the autumn wind gently brushes your face, feeling the harmony and warmth of man and nature. Perhaps, this is the spiritual harbor you have been looking for. 🌊Sino-Russian Border River: The Sino-Russian Border River Tourist Area in Jiayin County is located in the north of the Heilongjiang River. The soil is clean and the fields are clean. The water and air quality are super good. It is simply a natural oxygen bar. The natural scenery is fascinating, and the cultural landscape is also pleasing to the eye. At night, the lights are bright, full of neon lights, and the night tour of the Longjiang River is a major feature of Jiayin tourism, which is loved by tourists. Walking here, you can get closer to nature and feel relaxed. 🏞Tonglong Mountain Scenic Area: Tonglong Mountain has a gentle slope and lush forests. There are nine peaks and eighteen scenic spots. Each scenic spot is rare and unique. Each mountain peak is extremely beautiful and has great viewing and playing value. Here, you can climb the mountain to enjoy the scenery, enjoy the food and scenery, play as much as you want, and enjoy the "slow" time of the holiday. 🌲Xing'an National Forest Park: Here, there are fairy-like drunk springs and winding streams, as well as vibrant, quiet and elegant birch forests and towering red pine trees. Standing on the top of the observation tower, it seems to be in a dreamlike fairy tale world. Every scenery is intoxicating and unforgettable. Follow the winding path into the forest and explore the mystery of the mountain. Come on! Catch the tail of autumn, come to Yichun, enjoy the poetic slow life, let your soul be comforted in the embrace of nature, and let time flow slowly in this beautiful scenery. 💖

🌟【Yichun, a Dreamy Journey in the Forest and Snowfield】🌟 Hidden in the northeastern part of Heilongjiang, Yichun is not only the "Forest Capital of China" but also one of the world's top ten harmonious cities! With fewer people and beautiful scenery, it's picturesque all year round. It's a shining pearl on the China-Russia border, waiting for you to embark on a spontaneous trip!🚀 🌈【Yichun in Four Seasons, Each with Its Own Charm】🌈 🌞Summer Escape: Average temperature of 20℃, cool and refreshing, the forest oxygen bar awaits you! 🍁Colorful Autumn: The mountains are painted with vibrant colors, driving along the Wudai Highway feels like being in a painting. ❄️Winter Wonderland: The Kurbin rime, covered in silver, offers a more stunning ice and snow experience than Jilin! 🌸Spring Blossoms: Wild azaleas bloom all over the mountains, the sea of flowers awakens the sleeping forest. 📸【Must-Visit Attractions, Don't Miss Any】📸 1️⃣ Xing'an Forest Park 🌲 🏆Free 4A-level scenic spot, the best place to watch the sea of clouds and sunrise, the observation tower on the top offers a panoramic view of the city, breathtaking! 🚌Shuttle bus 20 yuan, Xing'an Tower 10 yuan, observation tower 30 yuan, easy to tour in 3 hours. 2️⃣ Jinshan Deer Park 🦌 🧚‍♀️A dreamy forest ranch, with deer roaming around, it feels like stepping into a fairy tale world, intimate interaction, full of healing vibes! 🎟️Ticket 45 yuan, online ticket 36 yuan, deer food 15 yuan/bag, immersive experience for 2 hours. 3️⃣ Jinzu Mountain 🌄 🏔️Climb high and look far, the continuous mountains, the scenery of Jinshantun is all in view, the sunrise and sea of clouds are breathtaking! 🆓Free entry in the morning, 2-hour hike to the top, enjoy nature's gift. 4️⃣ Wudai Highway 🛣️ 🚗A paradise for self-driving, the most beautiful forest road, with streams flowing along the way, mountains and waters intertwined, 2-hour self-drive, enjoy the ultimate driving pleasure. 📝【Travel Tips to Make Your Trip Perfect】📝 🧥The temperature difference in the forest area is large, remember to bring warm clothes. 🦟There are many mosquitoes, mosquito repellent equipment is essential. 🎟️Buy online tickets in advance, save time and worry. 🚗Self-driving or chartering a car is the best, freely explore every inch of the beautiful scenery. 📸Don't miss the best shooting point in the middle of Wudai Highway. 🏞️Arrive early at Jinshan Deer Park, the deer are more active! 👣Watch the sunrise at Xing'an Forest Park, get up early to climb the mountain or take a car directly to the observation tower.