Malan Mountain Longtan Waterfall Group is a natural waterfall cluster close to the city, formed by t[...]
Malan Mountain Longtan Waterfall Group is a natural waterfall cluster close to the city, formed by the accumulation of water from the Yuejin Reservoir in the steep mountainous terrain. The abundance of waterfalls, the significant drop, the richness of water volume, and the beauty of the landscape make it a rare natural scenic spot in Shenzhen and its surrounding areas.
Following the Jingzi Gully Rainforest, bypassing Pingshan Town, and passing through Malan Village, one arrives at the Shangxiadu Reservoir, which is accessible on foot. This place is lush with trees, ancient towering trees, and adorned with different exotic flowers and plants in all four seasons, making it a perfect place for exploring and discovering.
The recommended time to visit is during winter and early spring when precipitation is less, making travel more convenient. Additionally, from December to January of the following year, the hills are filled with orange and orange groves bearing abundant fruit, which visitors can pick.
The entire area is open year-round from 06:00 to 18:00, with specific business hours subject to the daily opening status.
Essential Tips for Hiking:
1. Plan your travel route in advance, fully understand the traffic conditions, and be aware of landslides, falling rocks, and shoulder collapses when entering the mountain area.
2. Pay special attention to clothing and footwear before climbing. Try to travel light, carry fewer items to reduce the load; choose flat shoes such as sneakers, canvas shoes, and tourist shoes, avoid high heels to prevent inconvenience while climbing; select a suitable length, weight, and sturdy walking stick.
3. Pay attention to weather forecasts before traveling and adjust clothing accordingly. When it rains, use a raincoat instead of an umbrella on the mountain to avoid lightning and prevent strong winds from carrying away people with umbrellas.
4. Always practice the principle of not sightseeing while walking and not walking while sightseeing; be particularly careful of your surroundings when taking photos, choosing safe locations and angles.
5. Try to avoid playing in unmanaged mountainous areas; do not swim or play in deep pools or streams without lifeguard supervision.
6. Be mindful of forest fire prevention in the mountain area, no smoking is allowed along the sightseeing route. Cherish the natural environment, do not damage landscape resources; maintain the cleanliness of the scenic area, and do not litter arbitrarily.
