National park · China
Jianmen Shudao National Park剑门蜀道国家公园
Enter the park for a half‑day visit: take the 30‑minute bus from Jiange to the gate, spend 1–2 h on the Jianmen Pass trail (no guide needed), and leave before dusk; fee about ¥60 – ¥80 per adult.
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Map to the park
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Area
200 km² (77 sq mi)77 sq mi (200 km²)
approximate
Established
1980
Best months
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UNESCO
None
Rules in force · 7
- East Asia ↗Every border in East Asia is a full international border, Hong Kong and Macau included: an entry permission for one never covers the next.
- East Asia ↗Ferries between Korea, Japan and China cancel in rough seas and typhoons; keep a flight or a spare day behind every sea leg.
- China ↗Most nationalities need a visa, a unilateral visa-free entry (the list and end dates change) or the transit exemption below. Confirm your route on the official sites before you buy a ticket.
- China ↗Transit stay without a visa: up to 240 hours (10 days) for citizens of about 55 listed countries who pass through China to a third country or region, with a confirmed onward ticket and a stay inside the permitted area (Beijing, Tianjin and Hebei count as one area). It replaced the 144-hour rule in December 2024, which some older pages still quote. Use the transit lane at immigration, show the onward ticket, and check the current nationality list. Hong Kong and Macau count as separate regions; check whether your ticket qualifies.
- China ↗Foreign visitors must register their address with the police within 24 hours; hotels do it at check-in with your passport. Carry the original passport at all times: hotels, trains, museums, Tiananmen Square and police checks ask for it.
- China ↗Set up Alipay or WeChat Pay with a foreign card before you fly. QR payment is the default in shops, taxis and many stalls, and some places refuse cash or a foreign card. Carry cash as a backup.
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At a glance
- Country
- China
- Area
- 200 km² (77 sq mi)77 sq mi (200 km²)
- Approximate area; official source not listed (check).
- Established
- 1980
- Best months
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- Permits
- For some areas
Jianmen Shudao National Park preserves the historic Jianmen Pass and Old Plank Road from the Three Kingdoms era, offering short walks and cultural scenery.
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Why go, which months, and what lives here when
At a glance
Status
- No UNESCO listing; national park since 1980.
Size and age
200 km² (77 sq mi)77 sq mi (200 km²) · national park since 1980
Approximate area; official source not listed (check).
Why go
- Historic Jianmen Pass and the Old Plank Road from the Three Kingdoms era.
- Scenic views of the Thousand‑Buddha Cliff and Huangze Temple.
When to go
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Wildlife and nature calendar
| What | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local bird species (e.g., Chinese bulbul)Mar–Sep | no | no | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
Arrive & move
Getting in, how the park is divided, and where things are
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How to get there
From Jiange town
Bus from Jiange train station (30 min) to park gate.
30 min
From Chengdu
High‑speed train to Jiange (≈2 h), then bus to park.
≈3 h
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From Xi’an
Train to Jiange (≈2 h), then bus.
≈3 h
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Zones and sectors
| Zone | What is there | Access |
|---|---|---|
| Jianmen Gate | Visitor centre, ticket office, trailhead to Jianmen Pass. | Open daily; ticket required. |
| Old Plank Road area | Historic trail sections with interpretive signs. | Open; no guide needed. |
Sketch map
Take the points offline
3 points as a GPX waypoint file, plus a plain-text list of coordinates. Save it while you have signal: maps apps show the points without a connection.
Coordinates from Wikidata; approximate for trailheads.
See & do
Caves, trails and wildlife, with how hard each is and whether it needs booking
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Practical
Fees, permits, rules, where to sleep and what can go wrong
Show 8 sectionsHideEntry fees and permits, Park rules, Where to stay, Safety, Accessibility, Visiting lightly, Questions people ask, Related
Entry fees and permits
| Item | Range | Per | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park entry | CNY 60–80 (≈ US$9–12) | person | Ticket sold at the gate; price estimate. |
Ranges, not quotes: fees change without notice. Check with the park or your operator · checked Sep 2026.
Park entry permit or guide
Park rules
- Guides
- Not required for short walks but recommended for the Old Plank Road in rainy season.
- Camping
- Not allowed inside the park; stay in Jiange town.
- Litter
- Carry out all rubbish.
Where to stay
Near the park
Jiange town
Budget hotels and guesthouses within 5 km (3.1 mi) of the park gate.Budget hotels and guesthouses within 3.1 mi (5 km) of the park gate.
Safety
Slippery stone steps medium
Limited mobile signal low
How much daylight do you have?
Time out
Finding the local time zone…
Times are local to the spot (zone loading). The half-hour margin is our rule of thumb, not an official figure; light fades earlier in forest or under cloud. Carry a headlamp on any route that could run late.
Accessibility
- Short trail to Jianmen Pass is wheelchair‑accessible with assistance; longer sections have stairs.
Visiting lightly
- Stay in locally owned guesthouses.
- Do not purchase unofficial “langur” tours (none present).
Questions people ask
How much does it cost to enter Jianmen Shudao National Park?
Entry is about ¥60 – ¥80 per adult; children under 1.2 m are free.
What are the best hikes in Jianmen Shudao National Park?
The short Jianmen Pass walk (1–2 h) and the historic Old Plank Road trail (2–3 h) are the main routes.
When is the best time to visit Jianmen Shudao National Park?
Spring (Mar–May) and autumn (Sep–Oct) offer mild weather and clearer trails.
Do I need a guide for the Old Plank Road?
A guide is not mandatory but advised after rain when steps can be slippery.
Is camping allowed inside the park?
No, camping is prohibited; stay in nearby Jiange town.
Deep dive
Every source; fees and rules change, so check before you go
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