Tangwang River Forest Sea and Rock Scenic Area
Tangwanghe Forest and Rock Scenic Area sits on a highland of the Lesser Khingan Range, right beside the Tangwang River, and is famous for its forests and unusual rock formations.…
Tangwang River Forest Sea and Rock Scenic Area, Harbin
Key facts
- Admission
- ¥90 (ticket valid for 3 days)
- Opening hours
- 8：00—17：00
- Time needed
- 1 day
- Getting there
- Buses run directly from Haxi Highway Bus Station to Tangwanghe on fixed schedules. Fare: ¥27.
- Guidebook rating
- 4 / 5
From China Self Guided Travel 2025, page 2175. Open in Google Maps
About Tangwang River Forest Sea and Rock Scenic Area
Tangwanghe Forest and Rock Scenic Area sits on a highland of the Lesser Khingan Range, right beside the Tangwang River, and is famous for its forests and unusual rock formations. Combining rock formations, forest, ice and snow, peaks, streams and lakes, it is marked by wonder, danger, beauty and seclusion. Activities include mountain climbing, rafting, fishing, primeval forest exploration and fruit picking, making it a resort for leisure and sightseeing.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Tangwang River Forest Sea and Rock Scenic Area cost?
Admission to Tangwang River Forest Sea and Rock Scenic Area is ¥90 (ticket valid for 3 days), as listed in the 2025 guidebook. Prices can change; check the official channel before you go.
What are the opening hours of Tangwang River Forest Sea and Rock Scenic Area?
Tangwang River Forest Sea and Rock Scenic Area is open 8：00—17：00.
How do I get to Tangwang River Forest Sea and Rock Scenic Area?
Buses run directly from Haxi Highway Bus Station to Tangwanghe on fixed schedules. Fare: ¥27.
How long should I spend at Tangwang River Forest Sea and Rock Scenic Area?
Plan on 1 day for Tangwang River Forest Sea and Rock Scenic Area.
Where is Tangwang River Forest Sea and Rock Scenic Area?
Tangwang River Forest Sea and Rock Scenic Area is in Harbin, Heilongjiang Province, in the Northeast of China.
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