Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
Book Your Tickets Online
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park is China’s first national forest park, famed for its thousands of towering sandstone peaks and winding streams, and one of the filming locations of “Avatar”.
Photo: Chen Mingming
Online Booking
Real-name booking; lock in your date and time slot
Instant Confirmation
Booking confirmation right after payment
WeChat / Alipay
Popular, secure payment methods
Flexible Refunds
Refund available if unused
Weather Forecast
16°C
Fog
12~19°
Today
10/24
19°12°
19%
Tomorrow
10/25
21°14°
4%
Mon
10/26
22°15°
24%
Tue
10/27
18°12°
69%
Wed
10/28
20°11°
27%
Thu
10/29
17°13°
62%
Fri
10/30
25°12°
30%
Sat
10/31
29°16°
63%
Sun
11/01
23°10°
76%
Mon
11/02
16°8°
58%
Tue
11/03
15°8°
43%
Wed
11/04
14°9°
70%
Thu
11/05
20°11°
43%
Fri
11/06
18°14°
62%
Sat
11/07
22°13°
41%
Source: Open-Meteo · Weather can change quickly — for reference only
Popular Tickets
Handpicked must-do tickets and experiences at Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
Admission
East Gate Route A — Zhangjiajie National Forest Park (via Tianzishan Cableway)
Includes the Forest Park, Tianzishan, Yangjiajie and Golden Whip Stream; valid for four days
US$0.75≈¥5 from
5 Save
Book
Admission
East Gate Route B — Zhangjiajie National Forest Park (via Bailong Elevator / Shuiraosimen / Ten-Mile Gallery)
Includes the Forest Park, Tianzishan, Yangjiajie and Golden Whip Stream; valid for four days
US$0.75≈¥5 from
35 Save
Book
Admission
South Gate — Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
Includes the Forest Park, Tianzishan, Yangjiajie and Golden Whip Stream; valid for four days
US$0.75≈¥5 from
25 Save
Book
Park Admission + In-Park Transport Combo
Three Cableways + One Elevator Multi-Ride Ticket + East-Gate Entry (Route A)
Includes the Forest Park, Tianzishan, Yangjiajie and Golden Whip Stream; valid for four days
US$33.36≈¥223 from
20 Save
Book
Park Admission + In-Park Transport Combo
Three Cableways + One Elevator Four-Ride Ticket + East-Gate Entry (Route A)
Includes the Forest Park, Tianzishan, Yangjiajie and Golden Whip Stream; valid for four days
US$28.87≈¥193 from
12 Save
Book
In-Park Transport Combo Ticket
Three Cableways + One Elevator Multi-Ride Ticket [Park Admission NOT included]
Includes the three cableways (Tianzishan, Yangjiajie and Huangshizhai) + one lift (Bailong Sky Lift); one-way or round-trip, with unlimited rides.
US$25.58≈¥171 from
13 Save
Book
In-Park Transport Combo Ticket
Three Cableways + One Elevator Four-Ride Ticket [Park Admission NOT included]
Includes the three cableways (Tianzishan, Yangjiajie and Huangshizhai) + one lift (Bailong Sky Lift), for a total of 4 rides.
US$21.09≈¥141 from
12 Save
Book
Admission
Central Gate — Zhangjiajie National Forest Park (Zimugang)
Includes the Forest Park, Tianzishan, Yangjiajie and Golden Whip Stream; valid for four days
US$0.75≈¥5 from
19 Save
Book
Admission
West Gate — Zhangjiajie National Forest Park (Yangjiajie)
Includes the Forest Park, Tianzishan, Yangjiajie and Golden Whip Stream; valid for four days
US$0.75≈¥5 from
28 Save
Book
Admission
North Gate — Zhangjiajie National Forest Park (Tianzishan)
Includes the Forest Park, Tianzishan, Yangjiajie and Golden Whip Stream; valid for four days
US$0.75≈¥5 from
19 Save
Book
In-Park Transport
Ten-Mile Gallery Sightseeing Mini-Train [Park Admission NOT included + ID card required]
Ride through the Ten-Mile Gallery as shaped peaks such as the Horse and the Old Man Gathering Herbs unfold
US$3.29≈¥22 from
20 Save
Book
Recommended Guides
Handpicked guides for Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
More guides →
Hot Q&A
What visitors ask most about Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
How do I buy tickets?
Choose a ticket and ticket type on the homepage or the “Book Tickets” page, fill in the visitors’ ID numbers and phone number, then pay. A park-entry voucher is generated after checkout; enter by verifying your ID card or the original document used for booking.
Do tickets require real-name booking?
Yes. The park uses real-name reservation; please enter ID numbers matching those who will enter, and verify with the ID card at the gate.
How do I look up my order?
Click “Order Query” at the top, then enter the phone number and ID number used for booking to see the order status and entry voucher.
Can I get a refund? How?
Unused tickets can be refunded via “Order Lookup,” returned to the original payment method once approved. Specific rules follow the site’s booking notice.
How do I get to the scenic area?
From downtown Zhangjiajie you can reach the Forest Park gate (Zhangjiajie Village) or the Wulingyuan landmark gate by shuttle bus or a hired car in about 40 minutes to an hour; drivers can navigate to the parking lot at the relevant gate.
Are there discounts for children or seniors?
Yes. The Forest Park admission offers adult, child/senior and student types at different prices; the specific height/age criteria and discounts follow the park’s notice and the ticket description — choose the matching type at checkout.
Explore by Theme
Pick a theme by interest — make the most of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
Itinerary Planning
5
A one-day highlights route through Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
42 Save
A two-day Zhangjiajie National Forest Park route: the highlights in two days
21 Save
A three-day Zhangjiajie National Forest Park route: an in-depth, unhurried visit
23 Save
Choosing among the five entrances to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
25 Save
A one-day highlights route through Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
42 Save
A two-day Zhangjiajie National Forest Park route: the highlights in two days
21 Save
A three-day Zhangjiajie National Forest Park route: an in-depth, unhurried visit
23 Save
Choosing among the five entrances to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
25 Save
Transport & Queues
5
Getting to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park: driving, high-speed rail and flights
13 Save
Ten-Mile Gallery guide: the mini-train and the shaped peaks in one line
16 Save
Tianzishan guide: Yubi Peak, Xiannü Sanhua and the sea of clouds
9 Save
Huangshizhai guide: Zhangjiajie’s finest scene and the cableway to the top
29 Save
Getting to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park: driving, high-speed rail and flights
13 Save
Ten-Mile Gallery guide: the mini-train and the shaped peaks in one line
16 Save
Tianzishan guide: Yubi Peak, Xiannü Sanhua and the sea of clouds
9 Save
Huangshizhai guide: Zhangjiajie’s finest scene and the cableway to the top
29 Save
Photography Spots
6
Photo spots and gear tips for the Forest Park
14 Save
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park: a guide to the sea of clouds and sunrise
21 Save
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park photography guide: spots, gear and great shots
21 Save
Yuanjiajie in depth: Hallelujah Mountain and the First Bridge Under Heaven
29 Save
Photo spots and gear tips for the Forest Park
14 Save
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park: a guide to the sea of clouds and sunrise
21 Save
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park photography guide: spots, gear and great shots
21 Save
Yuanjiajie in depth: Hallelujah Mountain and the First Bridge Under Heaven
29 Save
Seasons & Weather
6
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park overview: the three-thousand peak forest
15 Save
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park: climate through the seasons and the best time to visit
33 Save
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park in winter: rime, snow scenery and travel tips
36 Save
Zhangjiajie seasonal clothing guide: what to wear each season
21 Save
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park overview: the three-thousand peak forest
15 Save
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park: climate through the seasons and the best time to visit
33 Save
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park in winter: rime, snow scenery and travel tips
36 Save
Zhangjiajie seasonal clothing guide: what to wear each season
21 Save
Where to Stay
4
Where to stay near Zhangjiajie National Forest Park: which area is easiest
16 Save
Where to stay in Wulingyuan: near the entrance vs on the mountain
12 Save
Zhangjiajie accommodation booking guide: prices, pitfalls and peak-season tips
12 Save
Staying on the mountaintop and sunrise watching in Zhangjiajie
1 Save
Where to stay near Zhangjiajie National Forest Park: which area is easiest
16 Save
Where to stay in Wulingyuan: near the entrance vs on the mountain
12 Save
Zhangjiajie accommodation booking guide: prices, pitfalls and peak-season tips
12 Save
Staying on the mountaintop and sunrise watching in Zhangjiajie
1 Save
Certifications & Honors
World Heritage, Global Geopark and 5A status are held under the name of Wulingyuan Scenic Area, of which this park is the core zone; the rest are the park’s own designations and certifications
World Natural Heritage
Global Geopark
National 5A Scenic Area
National Scenic Area
National Forest ParkType Locality of “Zhangjiajie Landform”
Recognised at the International Symposium on Zhangjiajie Sandstone Landforms in November 2010 · similar quartz sandstone peak-forest canyon landforms worldwide have since been termed “Zhangjiajie Landform”
China Forest Certification · Forest Eco-environmental Service Certification
Unveiled on 2 April 2021 · the first forest park in Hunan to obtain this certification · administered by the Science and Technology Development Centre of the National Forestry and Grassland Administration and audited by an independent certification body
National Geopark
Zhangjiajie Quartz Sandstone Peak-Forest National Geopark established in 2001 · on this basis the area joined the Global Geoparks Network in 2004
China’s First National Forest Park
Established with the approval of the State Council in 1982 · the starting point of China’s national forest park system and an identity no other park can claim