Tucked into the northwestern corner of Xing'an League, north China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region, Arxan is an ecological treasure, boasting over 80% forest coverage and 95% verdant vegetation. Here, nature's best is on full display—from hot springs and wetlands to volcanoes, snow-capped peaks, forests, and grasslands. The average summer temperature hovers around a pleasant 22°C.

Top Attractions

Arxan National Forest Park

This sprawling park is a masterpiece of natural diversity, encompassing primeval forests, volcanic relics, mineral springs, alpine wetlands, and majestic gorges. Key highlights include Tianchi (Heavenly Pond), Nonfreezing River, Santan Gorge, Dichi (Earth Pond), Shitang Forest, Turtle Back Rock, Dujuan (Rhododendron) Lake, Camel Hump Ridge Tianchi, Grand Canyon, and more.

Camel Hump Ridge Tianchi

Formed in a volcanic caldera, this lake sits at 1,284 meters above sea level. Measuring 450 meters wide and 800 meters long, its silhouette strikingly resembles a left foot pointing southeast. A climb up the boardwalk trail reveals a mirror-like surface reflecting the sky and forests—a view so pristine it could grace a magazine cover.

Grand Canyon

Stretching 11 kilometers, this geological marvel narrows from 150 meters to a mere 30 meters. The valley floor is a tapestry of jagged volcanic lava rocks, shifting in hue from deep coal brown to rusty red. A 3-kilometer boardwalk offers an intimate look at the dramatic volcanic fault lines.

Dujuan (Rhododendron) Lake

Named for the rhododendrons blooming along its shores, this 128-hectare lake is fed by flowing springs. At dawn, mist weaves an ethereal fairyland; by dusk, the setting sun sets the waters aglow in molten gold.

Wuli Spring (Five-li Spring)

True to its name, this spring lies exactly five li (2.5 km) from the city center. It is nature's masterpiece of consistency: its water level, flow, temperature (a constant 3-6°C), and mineral composition remain unchanged year-round, defying the seasons. Flowing ceaselessly through the summer heat, its icy clarity offers the ultimate refreshment. Open year-round, the spring welcomes visitors to fill bottles with its free, pristine drinking water.