Do I need to hike much at Changbaishan?
From our Changbaishan Travel Guide — one clear answer for Changbaishan travellers.
Short answer
Not much on the North Slope, where shuttle and transfer vehicles plus short boardwalks reach every sight. The West Slope requires climbing 1,442 stone steps, about 40 minutes uphill, for its lake panorama.
Details
- North Slope: Almost no strenuous walking — vehicles and short boardwalks do the work.
- West Slope: The 1,442 steps are the one real climb, with rest stops along the way.
- Forest walks: Boardwalks are flat and well made, and you can turn back at any point.
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