Chashan Bamboo Sea National Forest Park
Chashan Bamboo Sea National Forest Park has a forest coverage rate of 97% and boasts national Class I air quality, making it an ideal natural oxygen bar.…
Chashan Bamboo Sea National Forest Park, Chongqing
Key facts
- Admission
- Free
- Opening hours
- Open all day (reservation required)
- Time needed
- 3–4 hours
- Getting there
- Take a bus from Chenjiaping, Caiyuanba or Longtousi bus station. Travel via the Chengdu–Chongqing Expressway for about 1.5 hours to Yongchuan Passenger Transport Center, then transfer to a shuttle bus to the park. You can also take a train.
- Guidebook rating
- 4 / 5
From China Self Guided Travel 2025, page 442. Open in Google Maps
About Chashan Bamboo Sea National Forest Park
Chashan Bamboo Sea National Forest Park has a forest coverage rate of 97% and boasts national Class I air quality, making it an ideal natural oxygen bar. Its 2,000 hectares of tea plantations and more than 3,300 hectares of natural bamboo forest intertwine, with tea and bamboo growing side by side, which is why it is known as “Chashan Bamboo Sea.” It is also the training base for China's national chess team and a filming location for the martial arts epic *House of Flying Daggers*.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Chashan Bamboo Sea National Forest Park cost?
Admission to Chashan Bamboo Sea National Forest Park is Free, as listed in the 2025 guidebook. Prices can change; check the official channel before you go.
What are the opening hours of Chashan Bamboo Sea National Forest Park?
Chashan Bamboo Sea National Forest Park is open Open all day (reservation required).
How do I get to Chashan Bamboo Sea National Forest Park?
Take a bus from Chenjiaping, Caiyuanba or Longtousi bus station. Travel via the Chengdu–Chongqing Expressway for about 1.5 hours to Yongchuan Passenger Transport Center, then transfer to a shuttle bus to the park. You can also take a train.
How long should I spend at Chashan Bamboo Sea National Forest Park?
Plan on 3–4 hours for Chashan Bamboo Sea National Forest Park.
Where is Chashan Bamboo Sea National Forest Park?
Chashan Bamboo Sea National Forest Park is in Chongqing, Chongqing Municipality, in the Southwest of China. Jishan Forest Farm, Chashan Bamboo Sea Subdistrict Office, Yongchuan District
More places in Chongqing
Jinfo Mountain
Combining mountains, water, forests, rocks and caves, natural landscapes like this can be found throughout southwest China. Jinfo Mountain, however, has its own distinctive character, and it even has a ski resort and other recreational facilities, making it a great place to enjoy snow in winter. The scenic area is made up of three mountains—Jinfo, Baizhi and Jingba. Rare trees, exotic flowers and numerous nationally protected wildlife species thrive in its complex terrain. For urbanites who increasingly appreciate getting close to nature, this is a wild animal and plant park where you can nourish your soul and breathe fresh air.
West Gate combo ticket ¥260 (entrance ticket + cable car + shuttle bus); North Gate combo ticket ¥220 (entrance ticket + cable car) · 1–2 days
Ciqikou Ancient Town
“One stone-paved road, a thousand years of history.” For lovers of ancient towns and folk customs, Ciqikou is a 1,700-year-old town on the banks of the Jialing River. For food lovers, a visit means sampling its “Three Specialties”: qianzhang (pressed bean curd sheets), mahua fish (twisted dough fish), and maoxuewang (blood curd hotpot).
Free · 3–4 hours
Furong River National Key Scenic Area
The Furong River is the largest tributary of the Wujiang River. Its Chongqing section forms a scenic high-gorge reservoir landscape along both banks, with many attractions. The most famous is Furong Cave, known as “the number one cave under heaven.” Beside the cave is the Dijiang cross-river zipline, currently the longest river-crossing zipline. Soaring across the water, you can enjoy a bird's-eye view of the Furong River Grand Canyon and take in the full expanse of the Furong River hydropower reservoir. The scenic area is also home to the black-leaf monkey, a first-class nationally protected rare species, which can be observed up close, and macaques are often seen in large groups.
Admission plus round-trip cable car ¥150 · 1–5 hours
Hongchiba National Forest Park
Hongchiba is the largest alpine grassland in southern China and the former residence of Huang Xie, Lord Chunshen, a famous figure of the Warring States period. In summer, the grasslands are lush and green and covered with flowers. In winter, the landscape is blanketed in snow, resembling northern China. Its “world-class wonder,” Summer Ice Cave, is one of China's ten great caves. It is icy in summer and steamy in winter, and its mystery remains unsolved.
¥100 · 2–3 hours
Wujiang Gallery
The highlight of Wujiang Gallery is Dongfeng Lake. Its majestic scenery rivals the Three Gorges, while it also has the gentle beauty of the Li River. Sailing upstream from Dongfeng Lake, you reach Huawuji Miao Village, a settlement with a strong Miao cultural character, where visitors can experience Miao ethnic traditions everywhere.
Free (discounted tickets for children 1.2-1.4m) · 2–3 hours
Tiansheng Sanqiao (Three Natural Bridges)
Tiansheng Sanqiao is a rare geological wonder and ecological scenic area that has weathered thousands of years of wind and rain. It is famous for its three majestic stone arch bridges: Tianlong Bridge, Qinglong Bridge and Heilong Bridge. The site is known for its grandeur, uniqueness, danger and beauty. It was also a filming location for the movie *Curse of the Golden Flower*.
Peak season ¥125; off-season ¥95 · 2–3 hours