Bijia Mountain: A Canyon and Waterfall Adventure Along the Beijiang River

The name Yamagata—a natural pen rest on a scholar's desk
The name "Bijia Mountain" originates from its unique and beautiful shape. Viewed from Qingyuan city or across the Beijiang River, the three main peaks, with the middle one higher and the two sides lower, resemble an ancient scholar's "pen rack," a shape so lifelike that it earned this elegant name. This mountain is not only a geographical landmark but also embodies the Qingyuan people's ideal of living "by mountains and water" and the poetic imagination of scholars and poets towards nature, serving as the city's most classic natural backdrop.

The Road to Development – ​​From Silent Forests to Dynamic Canyons
The tourism story of Bijia Mountain is a modern development history of transforming pristine ecology into interactive experiences.
Natural and pristine state (20th century and earlier): It has long maintained its original forest and valley landscape, and is a familiar suburban forest to locals. It has spectacular waterfalls and clear streams, but lacks tourist facilities.
Eco-adventure Development (Early 21st Century): With the rise of outdoor sports and ecotourism, developers, guided by the concept of "interaction between humans and nature," carried out protective development of the canyon stream. While preserving the original appearance of waterfalls, boulders, and deep pools, they cleverly set up river tracing and adventure facilities such as ropes, chains, log bridges, and floating bridges along the Qian Gu Creek, transforming traditional mountain climbing and sightseeing into an interactive "obstacle course" adventure, which became an instant hit.
Diverse Experiences Enhanced (Recent Years): In addition to the core stream tracing route and waterfall clusters, diverse projects such as Qinglong Gorge rafting, mountain trails, and viewing platforms have been gradually developed, and safety and service facilities have been improved, transforming it from an adventure destination into a comprehensive mountain and water scenic area with rich content.

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Natural creation - a wild and charming combination of streams, waterfalls, forests and rocks
The soul of Bijia Mountain lies in its vibrant and layered landscape of mountains and waters.

Qian Gu Stream: The lively and playful water
This is the essence of the scenic area. A clear mountain stream meanders down the canyon, with the water flowing sometimes rapidly and sometimes gently. Unlike ordinary streams, it is designed as a natural outdoor adventure corridor. Visitors need to step on rocks, hold onto chains, cross Bridges, swim upstream against the current and interact closely with the water. Every step is full of challenges and fun. The whole journey is cool and refreshing, making it an excellent way to cool off in summer.
Nine-tiered Waterfalls: A visual symphony of layers upon layers
Along the Qian Gu Stream, there are clusters of waterfalls of various sizes, among which the most renowned is the "Nine-Tiered Waterfall" (also known as the Bi Jia Mountain Waterfall). It is not a single waterfall but a waterfall system composed of multiple cascades. The water flows down the steep cliff in steps, each layer forming a green pool with different sounds and shapes, and eventually flows into the bottom of the valley. From a certain Angle, when sunlight hits the water mist, a rainbow can often be seen, which is breathtakingly beautiful.
Deep canyons and primeval jungles
On both sides of the stream are thick subtropical evergreen broad-leaved forests, with entwined vines and towering ancient trees. Walking through it, the sky blocks out the sun, and the content of negative oxygen ions in the air is extremely high. It can be called a "natural air conditioner" and a "forest bathing beach". Huge granite boulders are scattered in the stream, smoothed and rounded by the water flow, becoming a unique landscape and resting spot in the valley.

Humanistic craftsmanship - An adventurous symphony ingeniously set in nature
The humanistic traces here are ingenious designs that make nature "playable".

The canyoning adventure facility system: This is the most distinctive feature of Bi Jia Mountain. Steel cables, suspended floating Bridges, rope ladders, zip lines and other facilities set up at dangerous sections not only ensure safety but also greatly enhance the fun and challenge of the tour, allowing tourists of different physical fitness levels to find suitable ways to play.
Viewing platforms and suspended walkways: At the best viewing points of the waterfall and along the ridge, solid viewing platforms and some suspended walkways have been built. Let tourists safely experience the magnificent momentum of the waterfall up close, or climb to a high place to overlook the Beijiang River like a belt and take in the entire urban area of Qingyuan.
Qinglong Gorge Rafting (Seasonal) : A rafting project developed by taking advantage of the abundant water resources and natural river drop of Bijia Mountain. The river course is naturally primitive, offering both the thrill of rapids and dangerous shoals as well as the leisure of gentle sections, making it a popular choice for water revelry in summer.

Photography Tips:
The best vantage point: The viewing platform in front of the Nine-tiered Waterfall is the standard vantage point for capturing the full view of the waterfall. On the floating Bridges or huge rocks during the stream tracing journey, one can capture the dynamic scenes of the exploration process combined with the stream. The viewing platform at the top of the mountain is suitable for shooting the big bend of the Beijiang River and the panoramic view of the city.
The golden time: The day after the rain stops and the sky clears up, the waterfall has the largest water volume and is the most spectacular. From morning to noon, the light can better penetrate the canyon, making it convenient to photograph the stream and the jungle. When shooting characters on an adventure, use the continuous shooting mode to capture dynamic moments.
Equipment protection: The canyoning process is damp and there is a possibility of water splashing. It is essential to take waterproof measures for your camera and mobile phone (waterproof cases or sealed bags). It is recommended to bring an action camera or a mobile phone.

Four must-do things define your trip to Pen Holder Mountain
1. Challenge the Qian Gu Stream and become a brave canyoning warrior
Experience: Put on anti-slip canyoning shoes, travel light and start upstream from the foot of the mountain. Grab iron chains, walk on floating Bridges, climb rock walls, overcome one "barrier" after another, and enjoy the sense of achievement of conquering natural obstacles and the pure joy of playing with water.
2. Look up at the Nine-layered waterfall and feel the cool negative ions
Key: Walk to the foot of the waterfall, look up at the water flowing down from the sky, feel the coolness of the water mist hitting your face, take deep breaths of the air rich in negative oxygen ions, and completely relax your body and mind.
3. Challenge the rafting in Qinglong Gorge and experience the water roller coaster
When summer comes, be sure to experience rafting. Under professional escort, ride a raft and brave the rapids, collide with water splashes, and scream freely to release stress.
4. Standing on the summit and looking into the distance, you can take in the beautiful scenery of the Beijiang River
Reward: After completing the stream tracing, continue along the hiking trail upwards to reach the viewing platform at the summit. Looking into the distance, the meandering Beijiang River, the farmlands and the city form a magnificent landscape painting, which is the best reward for all the efforts.

Suggested tour route
Classic "Stream Tracing + Waterfall" One-day Premium Tour (Most Suitable for most Tourists)
Arrive at the scenic area at 9:30 a.m. After purchasing the ticket, change into suitable wading clothes and shoes and set off lightly.
From 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., enter the Qian Gu Xi Canyoning Adventure Area. Along the way, you can play in the water and pass through various challenges at a leisurely pace. After about 2 to 3 hours, you will arrive at the core scenic spot, the Nine-Layered Waterfall. Rest, take photos and replenish energy here.
From 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., you can choose to continue hiking for about 40 minutes to reach the summit of the viewing platform, or go down the mountain directly along the trail from near the waterfall.
Return to the exit of the scenic area around 3:00 p.m. If you are in summer and have abundant energy, you can continue to experience the rafting in Qinglong Gorge (please note the rafting deadline).
In the evening: Enjoy the famous Qingyuan chicken, Beijiang River delicacies and other delicious treats in the urban area of Qingyuan, ending a fulfilling day.

Two-day "Qingyuan Mountain and Water Leisure" Combined Tour (Highly Recommended, In-depth Experience)
Day 1: Arrive in Qingyuan in the morning. In the afternoon, focus on visiting Bijia Mountain, completing the entire process of stream tracing, waterfall viewing and summit climbing. In the evening, check into a hot spring hotel in Qingxin District or the city center to relax your tired muscles by soaking in the hot spring.
Day 2: There are two options: 1) Head to Gulong Gorge to experience the more thrilling glass Grand canyon, cliff waterfalls and rafting (slightly different in style from Bi Jia Mountain, you can compare the experiences). 2) Or you can go to Feilai Gorge, take a boat tour of the Three Gorges of the Beijiang River, enjoy the river breeze and mountain scenery, and taste the river delicacies. Return in the afternoon.

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How to get there: Guangzhou and Qingyuan are just a stone's throw away, with convenient transportation
Bijia Mountain is located on the edge of Qingyuan City, only about an hour's drive from Guangzhou, with extremely convenient transportation.
Self-driving (most recommended) : Use your navigation to "Qingyuan Bijia Mountain Tourist Area" or "Bijia Mountain Forest Park". Starting from Guangzhou, it takes about 1 to 1.5 hours by car via the Guangqing Expressway. There is a parking lot in the scenic area.
High-speed rail + bus/taxi: Take the high-speed rail to Qingyuan Railway Station. After getting off the station, take a taxi to the scenic area (about 20-30 minutes), or take a city bus (such as Route 208) to the "Bijia Mountain Resort Area" stop.
Tourist Express Bus/Group tour: There are often one-day tour groups from Guangzhou, Foshan and other places to Qingyuan, most of which include the scenic spot of Bi Jia Mountain. It is a worry-free choice.

Best visiting time
Water play is suitable for all three seasons: spring, summer and autumn. The best experience is in summer.
Best season: Summer (May - September). At this time, the temperature is high, making water play and stream tracing the most comfortable and enjoyable. The waterfall has abundant water, and you can also experience rafting activities.
Off-season tour: In spring (March - April), the mountain flowers are in full bloom and the climate is mild. In autumn (October - November), the sky is clear and the air is refreshing, making it comfortable to climb mountains and enjoy the scenery. But the water volume of the waterfall may be less than that in summer.
Pit Avoidance Tips: Avoid going there immediately during heavy rain or after it. The water level of the stream may rise sharply. The scenic area may temporarily close the exploration area to ensure safety. There are more tourists during holidays. It is recommended to set off early.

Pre-trip preparations and safety
Essential equipment: Anti-slip canyoning shoes or crocs (slippers and sandals are strictly prohibited), spare full-body clothing (it will definitely get wet from the inside out), waterproof phone case, and lightweight backpack.
Safety Notice: Strictly abide by the safety regulations of the scenic area and follow the instructions of the staff. When going canyoning, act within your capabilities and take good care of the elderly and children. Some high-difficulty levels offer alternative trails to choose from.
Physical requirements: Canyoning requires a certain amount of physical strength, balance and courage, but it is not an extreme sport. Most healthy adults and children can complete it.

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