Best trails in Emeishan National Park
Want to find the best trails in Emeishan National Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 4 great trails for hiking and walking and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.
Ready for your next adventure? Trails in this park range from 2,470 to 11,440 feet of elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Emeishan National Park.
Top trails
- (41)·Hard·11.2 mi·Est. 10–11 hrMount Emei (Mount Emei) Known to be a sacred mountain that is home to a variety of temples and monkeys. There are a variety of trails in this park which will allow you options to make your hike difficult or easy. Additionally, you can take the cable car for a small fee. The views here are stunning especially at the Golden Summit.
- (49)·Hard·14.1 mi·Est. 12–13.5 hrBaoguo Temple - Mount Emei (报国寺 - 峨眉山) The tallest and westernmost of China's five sacred mountains, Mount Emei stands at the western edge of the Sichuan Basin and eastern edge of the Tibetan Plateau. According to Buddhist legend, it was on this mountain that the Bodhisattva Samantabhadra (Puxian Pusa in Chinese) attained enlightenment.
- (36)·Hard·4.3 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrThe trail consists almost entirely of well-maintained, continuous stone steps that wind through a lush, misty forest environment. The trail provides continuous views of the mountain's rich cultural and natural heritage. The main rewards are the spiritual atmosphere, the rich biodiversity of the dense plant kingdom, and the unique architecture of the mountain temples.
- (10)·Hard·6.3 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrMount Emei and Monkey Mountain (峨眉山 - 猴山) Known to be a sacred mountain that is home to a variety of temples and monkeys. There are a variety of trails in this park which will allow you options to make your hike difficult or easy. Additionally, you can take the cable car for a small fee. The views here are stunning especially at the Golden Summit.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Emeishan National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Emeishan National Park is Mount Emei, which has a 4.3 star rating from 41 reviews. This trail is 11.2 mi long with an elevation gain of 10,282 ft.
What is the longest trail in Emeishan National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Emeishan National Park is Baoguo Temple - Mount Emei. This trail is estimated to be 14.1 mi long.
How many trails are in Emeishan National Park?
There are 4 trails in Emeishan National Park.These trails have an average 4.4-star ratingfrom 136 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Emeishan National Park?
Baoguo Temple - Mount Emei has the most elevation gain with 11,440 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Mount Emei, which has 10,282 ft of elevation gain.
Are there camping trails available in Emeishan National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 camping trail in Emeishan National Park which is Baoguo Temple - Mount Emei with an average 4.6 star rating from 49 community reviews.
Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Emeishan National Park?
Yes, there are 3 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Emeishan National Park, including Mount Emei, Baoguo Temple - Mount Emei, and Mount Emei Short Trail.
