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Nanshan Xuling Peak Hiking Trail

Author: James Published November 12, 2025

Nanshan Xuling Peak Hiking Trail Highlights

Located in Nanshan, Xuling Peak Hiking Trail (虚灵峰) is a less crowded hiking trail in Chongqing, with forest paths and panoramic city views. (For more city view opportunities, check out E'Ling Park and Mid-mountain Cliff Trail)

An adventure that beautifully combines nature and urban scenery, allowing you to enjoy a quiet sunset, perfect for photos or peaceful moments.

Length 6 km
Trail Type One-way
Elevation Gain 522 meters
Estimated Time 5 hours

Getting to Xuling Peak Hiking Trail

Driving
  1. Park your car near Liangshuijing Trail Plaza
  2. Walk towards this point
Loop Line
  1. Take the Metro Loop line.
  2. Get off at Tushan (涂山) Station.
  3. Take Exit 1
  4. Walk to this point

Things to Do

Hiking

Xulling Peak offers great hiking opportunities, recommended for medium to advanced level hikers.

The trail is quite steep and requires both hands and feet in some areas.

Wear sturdy shoes, and if you plan to descend after sunset, bring a headlamp as it gets darker in the forest.

Viewing

Enjoy a panoramic view of Chongqing’s city skyline from Nan’an. You can see Chaotianmen Bridge, Raffle City, and the two rivers all from Xuling peak.

Xuling Peak Hiking Trail Facilities

Parking

You can park your car in the parking lot on the side of the street. Arrive early, especially on weekends, as parking may fill up quickly.

Alternatively, you can park at the paid parking lot.

Restroom

No restrooms along the hiking trail.

Accessibility

The Xuling Peak hiking trail is unpaved, windy, and steep. We do not recommend this hiking trail for people with mobility needs.

Restaurant

No restaurant, supplies, or vendors along the hiking trail.

Cell Service

Most sections of hiking trails have cellular service and generally provide good connections.

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