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2026 edition · Zhangjiajie National Park · 张家界国家森林公园
Avatar Mountains Zhangjiajie Wulingyuan Hunan, China 张家界

Zhangjiajie National Park Map — 2026

The most detailed Zhangjiajie map we could find in China. There are many maps — this one brings everything together: readable, convenient, complete. All 4-day routes, trails, buses, Bailong Elevator, Glass Bridge and every attraction. Names in English and Chinese — easy to show to park staff. PDF for your phone — works offline.

These are live scans of real paper maps, up to date for the current year — brought directly from Zhangjiajie. All the information is fresh, exactly for this season.

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What's inside the Zhangjiajie park map

The most informative Zhangjiajie map — everything gathered in one place. There are plenty of maps online, but none give the full picture. This one does.

Timings between points

Exact walking times between key points of Zhangjiajie park — plan your route without guessing

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Bailong Elevator and cable cars

Bailong Elevator (百龙天梯), Tianzishan and Huangshi Zhai cable cars, the Ten-Mile Gallery mini-train — every lift on the map

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All park entrances

East (Wulingyuan), South and West entrances mapped to transport and bus routes

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Zhangjiajie attractions

Avatar Hallelujah Mountain, First Bridge Under Heaven, Golden Whip Stream, viewpoints — miss nothing

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Cafes and snack stops

Where to eat inside the national park — all cafes and shops marked on the map

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Buses and transport

Routes of the free eco-buses, stops, how to reach the entrances from Wulingyuan town

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English and Chinese

Names in both languages — convenient to show taxi drivers, bus drivers and locals

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Clear park navigation

Hand-drawn map with clear markings — easy to read even without hiking experience

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PDF for phone — offline

Download to your phone — the map works without internet. Google Maps is blocked in China, but ours works everywhere

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Current info — 2026

The map is kept current: ticket prices, bus schedules, elevator hours — everything is up to date

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+ 2 bonus maps

As a bonus to the main map: Zhangjiajie city map + Tianmen Mountain — Heaven's Gate (天门山) map with routes A and B

Avatar Mountains map + 2 bonus maps

Zhangjiajie National Park map — Avatar Mountains routes and attractions

Park map (Wulingyuan)

Zhangjiajie National Forest Park · 张家界国家森林公园 · Wulingyuan

All routes, trails, bus stops, three park entrances, cable cars and the Bailong Elevator

Main map
Zhangjiajie city map — airport, railway stations, restaurants and hotels

Zhangjiajie city map

Zhangjiajie City · 张家界市

City centre, airport, railway stations, restaurants and hotels

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Tianmen Mountain map — Heaven's Gate, routes A and B

Tianmen Mountain map — Heaven's Gate

Tianmen Mountain · 天门山 · Heaven's Gate

Routes A and B for ticket selection, cable car, glass skywalk, escalators

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What you'll see on the maps

Real fragments of the Zhangjiajie park map — names in two languages, current bus schedules, trails with timings

Zhangjiajie map fragment — bus schedule to Fenghuang and Changsha
🚌 Bus schedule — destinations and times
Zhangjiajie map fragment — Bailong Elevator, trails, Ten-Mile Gallery
⏱ Bailong Elevator, trails, times in minutes

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Avatar Mountains map — 150 RUB. Bonus: Zhangjiajie city map and Tianmen Mountain map

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Where Zhangjiajie Park is located

The main map covers the national park (Wulingyuan). Bonus maps: Zhangjiajie city and Tianmen Mountain (Heaven's Gate)

Location of Zhangjiajie National Park and Tianmen Mountain on the map of China

Zhangjiajie Park — 4-day itinerary

The combined entry ticket to Zhangjiajie National Park is valid for 4 days. Our map helps you plan the optimal route taking distances, travel times and lift schedules into account.

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Avatar Mountains — Yuanjiajie

Bailong Elevator up → Avatar Hallelujah Mountain → First Bridge Under Heaven → Golden Whip Stream (7.5 km)

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Tianzishan and the cave

Ten-Mile Gallery → Tianzishan Mountain → Yellow Dragon Cave (黄龙洞) — 3 hours underground

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Glass Bridge and lake

Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon + 430m Glass Bridge + Baofeng Lake with a boat ride

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Yangjiajie

Yangjiajie stone walls — few tourists, dramatic landscapes. Or the panorama from Huangshi Zhai (1200m)

Zhangjiajie Park entry prices

The entry ticket to Zhangjiajie National Park is valid for 4 days and lets you enter through any of the three gates each day. The park is huge — without a proper plan you will waste time waiting and miss key spots. Our map helps you plan routes so you can see the Avatar Mountains, Bailong Elevator, Golden Whip Stream, Glass Bridge, Yellow Dragon Cave and Yangjiajie in 4 days.

Entry ticket price: ¥239 (about $33) per person.
Glass Bridge: ¥256 — tickets online only.
China entry: visa-free up to 30 days for many nationalities (check your country's rules).

Zhangjiajie Park attractions

Zhangjiajie sandstone pillars — famous Avatar Mountains in Hunan Province
Sandstone pillars — Avatar Mountains
张家界石柱 · Zhangjiajie Pillars
Yuanjiajie Plateau in Zhangjiajie National Park — view of the floating mountains
Yuanjiajie Plateau
袁家界 · Yuanjiajie Plateau
Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge — the world's longest glass bridge, 430 metres
Glass Bridge (430m)
张家界玻璃桥 · Glass Bridge
Tianmen Mountain — Heaven's Gate in Zhangjiajie, a natural arch in the cliff
Tianmen Mountain — Heaven's Gate
天门山 · Tianmen Mountain
Baofeng Lake in Zhangjiajie — a mountain lake with a boat tour
Baofeng Lake
宝峰湖 · Baofeng Lake
Yellow Dragon Cave (Huanglong) — underground river and stalactites in Zhangjiajie
Yellow Dragon Cave
黄龙洞 · Huanglong Cave

Zhangjiajie map reviews

★★★★★

Went to Zhangjiajie with friends in February. The map was a real find! It has everything: buses, trails, timing. Names in English and Chinese — I showed it to drivers and they understood right away. We planned our whole route for all 4 days straight from it.

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Anastasia K.
Moscow · February 2026
★★★★★

Entry to China is visa-free now — we just bought tickets and flew to Zhangjiajie. We got the map beforehand, it really helped with navigating the park. Especially handy that the names are in Chinese — I showed it to the taxi driver.

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Dmitry V.
Saint Petersburg · January 2026
★★★★★

The best map of Zhangjiajie Park I've seen. Very informative and detailed. I spent ages looking for something like this — everywhere else was either too sparse or only in English. This one has everything you need for a self-guided trip!

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Marina L.
Yekaterinburg · December 2025
★★★★★

We went to the Avatar Mountains as a group of 5. Without the map we would've wasted tons of time — the park is huge. Visa-free entry into China makes organizing the trip really simple. The map let us plan our route down to the minute.

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Sergey P.
Novosibirsk · February 2026
★★★★★

The glass bridge in Zhangjiajie is only sold online, and the map helped us split the days correctly. It marked cafes too — that matters, since food in the park is pricey. It covers everything for four days. I bought it for the whole group!

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Ekaterina F.
Kazan · March 2026
★★★★★

Got the map before our trip to Zhangjiajie in November. There are hardly any crowds in the park in winter — it was amazing! The map kept us from getting lost on Tianzi Mountain. Extra bonus — the bonus maps of the city and Tianmen Mountain with routes A and B.

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Igor N.
Krasnodar · November 2025
★★★★★

We went as a family in October — golden autumn in the park is unbelievably beautiful. The map helped us figure out the park bus system, and there really are a lot of routes. Without it we definitely would've gotten lost on the first day.

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Olga Sh.
Rostov-on-Don · October 2025
★★★★★

Rhododendrons bloom in the park in spring — an incredible sight. I kept the map on my phone the whole time, showed it to guards to double-check routes — everyone understands English and Chinese. Much easier than explaining with gestures.

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Pavel M.
Ufa · March 2026
★★★★★

Flew solo and was worried about the language barrier. The map really saved me — I showed the taxi driver the hotel name in Chinese characters and he got me there without any issue. The park routes are laid out clearly, I didn't miss a thing.

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Anna T.
Vladivostok · September 2025
★★★★★

First time in China — I was stunned by how huge the park is. Got confused at the entrance, then opened the map and it all made sense. The bonus Tianmen map came in handy — helped us sort out tickets A and B and pick the route with the cable car.

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Maxim B.
Tyumen · February 2026
★★★★★

We went in April — caught the blossoms, and the weather was mild. The map helped us figure out ahead of time where the viewpoints are and how the buses run between them. Booked the glass bridge online thanks to a tip from the map. It really came through for us.

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Irina S.
Nizhny Novgorod · April 2026
★★★★★

The park is genuinely huge, and the bus system is intimidating at first. With the map we figured out in five minutes which bus goes where and how long to wait. Saved us a ton of time and energy on the very first day.

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Alexey R.
Samara · April 2026
★★★★★

Flew solo with no Chinese at all. Showed the driver the hotel name in Chinese characters right from the map — he got me there, no questions asked. Every spot is labeled in two languages, so I felt confident.

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Natalia K.
Perm · May 2026
★★★★★

Special thanks for the Tianmen map with routes A and B — without it we'd have been totally confused about the tickets. We picked the option with the cable car and the glass skywalk, and it turned out exactly like on the map.

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Vladimir T.
Voronezh · May 2026
★★★★★

Went with the kids. The timing notes on the map were a lifesaver — we knew ahead of time how long to walk and where the Bailong Elevator was. We put together a relaxed route with no rushing. The kids didn't get tired and we saw everything.

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Yulia M.
Krasnoyarsk · June 2026
★★★★★

It's hot in summer, so planning the day right matters. Using the map we marked cafes and shaded trails and split the park into two days. Google Maps doesn't work in China, but this map works offline — always right there when you need it.

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Denis A.
Chelyabinsk · July 2026
★★★★★

The biggest plus is that it works offline. Google Maps just doesn't load in China, but here the whole map is on your phone with no internet needed. We didn't get lost once in four days.

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Svetlana B.
Volgograd · August 2026
★★★★★

Took a ride on the little train through the Ten-Mile Gallery — found out about it right from the map. Lots of little details you'd never find on your own. We skipped the crowds by following the tips.

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Roman G.
Saratov · August 2026
★★★★★

Got up before dawn to catch the sunrise on Tianzi Mountain — the map marks the best viewpoints. The view was out of this world. Without the map we wouldn't have known exactly where to go in the dark.

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Oksana D.
Yaroslavl · August 2026
★★★★★

The park has three entrances, and that matters — with the map we picked the right one, closer to our hotel. Saved time on travel. Everything is laid out logically.

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Artem L.
Irkutsk · August 2026
★★★★★

The bonus city map came in really handy — we found places to eat well and cheap, instead of the tourist spots near the park. A nice bonus on top of the main map.

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Marina V.
Khabarovsk · August 2026
★★★★★

At Tianmen we were deciding between the stairs and the cable car — the map helped us make the call. Saved our legs for the park the next day. Everything is spelled out clearly.

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Pavel K.
Tula · August 2026
★★★★★

The park ticket is valid for four days — using the map we planned a route so we wouldn't repeat anything and would see it all. Really smartly put together.

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Ekaterina N.
Izhevsk · September 2026
★★★★★

We booked the glass skywalk at Tianmen ahead of time — the map tipped us off that tickets are online only. No lines, everything went smoothly.

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Sergey Zh.
Barnaul · September 2026
★★★★★

We went in winter — the fog in the mountains is like something out of a fairy tale. Barely any crowds. With the map we didn't get lost even in the fog, every fork in the path is labeled.

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Anna F.
Kemerovo · September 2026

Zhangjiajie video — Avatar Mountains

🎫 Help with planning your Zhangjiajie trip

We can help you book tickets to Zhangjiajie Park, the Glass Bridge and other Avatar Mountains attractions. Contact us with any questions.

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Zhangjiajie travel tips

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Visa-free entry to China

Many nationalities can enter China visa-free for up to 30 days (including Russia, EU, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Korea and more). Check the latest list for your country.

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Payments in Zhangjiajie

China runs on WeChat Pay and Alipay. Foreign cards are accepted at hotels. Carry some yuan cash for small purchases inside the park.

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Internet and VPN in China

Google, Instagram, WhatsApp — all blocked. Install a VPN before your trip. Google Maps doesn't work either — our map replaces it inside the park.

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Getting to Zhangjiajie

Hehua Airport (DYG) — flights from Beijing, Shanghai. High-speed trains (高铁) to Zhangjiajie West station. Tickets on trip.com.

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Best time for Zhangjiajie

March–April and September–November. Summer is hot and crowded. Winter has few visitors and sometimes snow on the Avatar Mountains peaks.

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Monkeys in the park

Zhangjiajie park is home to monkeys — they steal food and belongings. Keep your backpack closed and don't carry bags in your hand.

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What to pack for Zhangjiajie

Comfortable shoes are a must — up to 25,000 steps a day in the mountains. A rain jacket is useful. Bring snacks — food inside the park is expensive.

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Glass Bridge — online only

Glass Bridge tickets are sold ONLINE ONLY — you cannot buy them on the spot. Book in advance, your original passport is required.

Useful Chinese phrases for Zhangjiajie

Just show the screen to locals — and you'll be understood. The pinyin will help you pronounce.

English 中文 Pronunciation
Hello你好Nǐ hǎo
Thank you谢谢Xiè xie
How much is it?多少钱?Duō shǎo qián?
Where is it?在哪里?Zài nǎ li?
How do I get to the park?怎么去景区?Zěn me qù jǐng qū?
I need a taxi我需要出租车Wǒ xū yào chū zū chē
Hotel酒店Jiǔ diàn
Help!帮帮我!Bāng bāng wǒ!
No / I don't want不要Bù yào
Goodbye再见Zài jiàn
Zhangjiajie National Park张家界国家森林公园Zhāng jiā jiè guó jiā sēn lín gōng yuán
Bailong Elevator百龙天梯Bǎi lóng tiān tī

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Frequently Asked Questions about Zhangjiajie

What does the Zhangjiajie park map include?

The main product is the Avatar Mountains (Wulingyuan) map: all 4-day routes, walking trails with timings, bus stops, Bailong Elevator, cable cars, park entrances, cafes and every attraction. As a bonus you receive two extra maps: a Zhangjiajie city map (airport, railway stations, restaurants, hotels) and a Tianmen (Heaven's Gate) Mountain map with routes A and B for ticket selection. Names are in English and Chinese — convenient for showing to drivers and park staff.

What format is the Zhangjiajie map?

High-resolution PDF. You can zoom in on your phone, tablet or print it on A4/A3. It works fully offline — download it in advance, which is especially important because Google Maps is blocked in China.

Do I need a visa to visit Zhangjiajie?

Many nationalities can enter China visa-free for up to 30 days (Russia, most EU countries, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Korea and more). Check the current list for your country — the policy expanded significantly in 2024–2025.

How much is the entry ticket to Zhangjiajie National Park?

The combined ticket costs ¥239 (about $33) and is valid for 4 days. The Glass Bridge is paid separately — ¥256, sold online only.

How many days do I need for Zhangjiajie?

Ideally 4 days — exactly the validity of the entry ticket. Day 1: Avatar Mountains and Yuanjiajie. Day 2: Tianzishan and the cave. Day 3: Glass Bridge and Baofeng Lake. Day 4: Yangjiajie.

How do I get to Zhangjiajie?

The nearest airport is Zhangjiajie Hehua (DYG). No direct flights from Europe or America — connect via Beijing, Shanghai or Guangzhou. From the airport to Wulingyuan it is about 1 hour by taxi. You can also take a high-speed train.

Why do I need a map if I have Google Maps?

Google Maps is blocked in China and does not work without a VPN. Our map is hand-drawn with detailed trails, elevators, cable cars and timings. It works fully offline.

What are the Avatar Mountains and where are they?

The Avatar Mountains is the popular name for the sandstone pillars of Zhangjiajie National Park, Hunan Province, China. One of the pillars was officially renamed Avatar Hallelujah Mountain. The park is part of the Wulingyuan scenic area — a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

When is the best time to visit Zhangjiajie?

The best time is March–April and September–November. Few tourists, comfortable temperatures of 10–20°C. Summer is hot and crowded. Winter brings snow on the peaks — stunningly beautiful but cold.

Can I visit Zhangjiajie independently?

Yes, the park is excellent for independent travel. Free eco-buses run inside and signs are clear. Our map helps you plan a route. Names in English and Chinese make it easy to communicate with drivers and staff.

Is the map up to date? Is information refreshed?

Yes, the map is kept current. Ticket prices, bus schedules, Bailong Elevator and cable car operating hours — all checked and updated for 2026. Many Zhangjiajie maps online are outdated; ours is not.

Up-to-date Zhangjiajie National Park map

Zhangjiajie National Forest Park (张家界国家森林公园) is one of the most striking natural sites in China and the world. Located in Hunan Province, the park became globally famous after James Cameron's Avatar — its sandstone pillars inspired the floating mountains of Pandora. Today Zhangjiajie welcomes millions of tourists from every country every year.

Why you need an up-to-date Zhangjiajie map

The park covers a huge area inside the Wulingyuan scenic zone (武陵源). Navigating without a detailed map is extremely difficult: Google Maps is blocked in China, and standard maps don't show walking trails, cable cars or timings between points. There are plenty of Zhangjiajie maps online — but most are outdated, incomplete or unreadable. This map brings everything together in one place: current routes, schedules, prices, bus stops, cable cars and elevators. The most informative park map we could find in China — readable, convenient, comprehensive. As a bonus to the main park map you also get a Zhangjiajie city map and a Tianmen Mountain (Heaven's Gate) map with routes A and B for ticket selection. Names are in English and Chinese — convenient for showing to park staff and drivers.

Avatar Mountains — what to see in 4 days

The entry ticket to Zhangjiajie National Park costs ¥239 and is valid for 4 days — enough to see all the main attractions. Spend day one on the Yuanjiajie plateau with Avatar Hallelujah Mountain and ride the Bailong Elevator, the tallest outdoor elevator in the world (326 m). Dedicate day two to Tianzishan Mountain with the Ten-Mile Gallery and the Yellow Dragon Cave. On day three visit the Glass Bridge over the Grand Canyon (430 m, tickets online only) and the picturesque Baofeng Lake. Day four is for Yangjiajie or the Huangshi Zhai panorama platform.

Visa-free entry to China

Since 2023–2024 China has dramatically expanded its visa-free policy. Many nationalities — including Russia, most EU countries, Australia, New Zealand, Japan and Korea — can enter visa-free for up to 30 days. This makes a Zhangjiajie trip simple and accessible: just book flights and a hotel. The nearest airport is Zhangjiajie Hehua (DYG); you can also arrive by high-speed train to Zhangjiajie West station. From the airport to Wulingyuan town, where the east entrance to the park is located, takes about an hour by taxi.