Wulong Longshuixia Fissure Gorge Travel Guide
Wulong Longshuixia Fissure Gorge Highlights
Nestled on Fairy Mountain in Chongqing’s Wulong District, Longshuixia Fissure Gorge lies close to the renowned Three Natural Bridges and Furong Karst Cave.
This hiking trail unveils a subterranean marvel, often described as a journey to the “heart of the Earth.”
As you traverse the gorge, you’ll weave through dramatic caves, slip beneath towering earth fissures, and wander alongside cascading waterfalls and babbling creeks.
The trail showcases nature’s raw artistry, sculpted over millennia. On sunny mornings, the experience is nothing short of magical: sunlight pierces the narrow gorge, casting radiant beams that create a mesmerizing Tyndall effect, where light scatters in vivid, visible rays.
Longshuixia is a perfect escape during Chongqing’s sweltering, humid summers, as the gorge’s cool microclimate offers refreshing relief. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast or a curious traveller, this trail promises an unforgettable encounter with Mother Nature’s grandeur.
Getting to Longshuixia Fissure Gorge
Driving
Destination Station: Longshuixia Fissure Gorge Tourist Centre
Distance: 180 km
Travel time: 2.5 hours
Driving is recommended to visit this place and the surrounding areas of the Fairy Mountain.
Train
Destination Station: Wulong (武隆)
Two types of trains provide regular service from Chongqingbei (Chongqing North) Railway Station to Wulong District.
The regular train, designated with a “K” prefix, takes approximately 2 hours, while the city-to-city high-speed train, starting with a “C,” arrives in about 1 hour and 50 minutes. With only a slight difference in travel time, opt for whichever train is available.
As Wulong is a popular tourist destination, train tickets can sell out quickly. Book your tickets early to secure your travel plans.
Price: 24.5 CNY
Travel time: 2 hours
From Wulong Train Station to Longshuixia Fissure Gorge
Bus services connect Wulong Train Station to the Fairy Mountain Tourist Centre, where you can purchase tickets and get shuttle service directly to Longshuixia Fissure Gorge.
Upon arriving at Wulong Train Station, follow the exit signs. At the ground-level exit gate, you’ll find a pedestrian crossing with a staircase nearby. Descend one floor via the stairs to locate the blue buses operated by the official tourism service, which provide direct transport to the Fairy Mountain Tourist Centre. It should take around 30 minutes to arrive at the tourist centre.
Purchase a ticket for Longshuixia Fissure Gorge and board the shuttle bus to get to the main entrance.
Bus
Chongqing’s Silongli Long-distance Bus Station offers bus services to help you get directly to Fairy Mountain (仙女山), where the tourist center is. From the tourist center, you can purchase tickets to the park. Transportation from the tourist center to the park entrance is included in the ticket.
Silongli Long-distance Bus Station
Price: 35 – 45 CNY
Time: 2 hours
Longshuixia Fissure Gorge Operating Hours
Open Today until 4:30 PM
Operating Hours
| Monday | 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
Information is provided for reference only. Do not solely rely on this.
Things to Know Before Visiting
Hiking
Wear sturdy shoes for the stairs and hilly terrain. A small backpack is handy for snacks and water. Expect numerous staircases, steep declines, hilly terrain and wet trails.
The entire hiking trail takes about 1 hour to complete, and is suitable for all levels of hikers. Please watch out as some sections of the trail near waterfalls may be slippery.
Cell Service
Cell services are available in the majority of the sections along the trail.
Restroom
Limited restrooms are available along the trail. It is recommended to use the restroom before entering the park.
Accessibility
Longshuixia Fissure Gorge is not suitable for visitors with mobility challenges. The trail features numerous staircases, steep declines, and uneven, hilly terrain, which are inaccessible for wheelchair users and difficult for those with limited mobility.
Travellers with mobility concerns may wish to explore more accessible attractions in the Wulong area, such as the Three Natural Bridges viewing platforms, which offer gentler paths.
Drone
Flying a drone is not permitted at this park.
Longshuixia Fissure Gorge Ticket
You can purchase a ticket for Furong Cave at the tourist centre. The price you pay depends on the season you visit.
Peak season (March – October): 105 (Admission + Shuttle Bus + Elevator)
Off-peak season (November – February): 85 (Admission + Shuttle Bus + Elevator)
Longshuixia Fissure Gorge Travel Routes
- Park Entrance
- Cave
- Elevator
- Hiking Trail
- Natural Bridge
- Waterfall
- Shuttle Bus
- Back to Entrance
Longshuixia Fissure Gorge Photos
