Living Mountain Culture
Handmade bamboo ladders built by local bamboo farmers are still used today.
Nanchuan
Bamboo Ladder Trail
What you will experience?
Just 2 hours from the city, step into a different side of Chongqing. Starting from a remote mountain village, follow bamboo ladders, streams, cliffside paths and rocky trails all the way to the mountain top, with sweeping views of Chongqing’s surrounding peaks. Then return to the village for a local mountain-style dinner.
One day of adventure, nature and local life — all in one trail.A Raw Nature Experience
Explore forests, streams, rocky trails and mountain cliffs in one authentic landscape.
Chongqing’s Vertical Landscape
Every climb shows you how the mountains have shaped the way people live here.
Meet the Mountain Locals
Meet local villagers and learn from your English-speaking guide about Chongqing’s mountain culture, nature and local life.
A Thrilling Adventure
Climb over 1,000 meters through bamboo ladders, exposed cliffside paths and mountain trails.
Mountain-to-Table Dinner
End the day with a hearty local dinner in the village, featuring traditional Chongqing flavors and ingredients from the mountains.
What You’ll Walk Through
Trail day
Around 10 km
Over 10 km you’ll hike through forests, cross mountain streams, tackle a few easy
scrambles, and walk along dramatic cliffside trails.
Around 8 hr
A full day in the mountains — hike, climb, explore, and enjoy the views.
800 mElevation gain
2 hDrive from the city
What’s included
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Professional Hiking Team
A professional mountain hiking leader and an English-speaking local guide accompany you throughout the journey. -
Round-trip Transportation
All transportation between the city and the trailhead is included. -
Local Stories Along the Way
Stories about Chongqing’s mountain culture, local traditions, village life and the people who have lived in these mountains for generations. -
Trail Lunch
A packed trail lunch and snacks — practical and easy to carry in a remote mountain environment. -
Authentic Village Dinner
After the hike, we’ll enjoy a traditional farmhouse-style meal in a local mountain village. Expect simple but authentic Chongqing home cooking, seasonal ingredients and the kind of food local families eat after a day in the mountains. -
Photos Along the Journey
We’ll help capture photos and videos so you can stay present on the trail. -
Safety & First Aid
Basic first-aid supplies and emergency equipment carried by your guide. -
Hiking Insurance
Accident insurance is included for every participant throughout the hike.
Is This Trail Right for You?
Perfect if you…
- Love nature
- Enjoy a bit of adventure
- Are comfortable with climbs
- Want to experience Chongqing beyond the city
Not recommended for…
- People with heart conditions
- People with recent knee, ankle or back injuries
- People with a fear of heights
- Pregnant travelers
- Anyone with limited mobility
If you’re unsure whether this hike is suitable for you, contact us. We’re happy to help you decide.
Behind the trail
Life in Nanchuan, Chongqing village
The villages around Nanchuan are still deeply connected to the mountains. For generations, people here have relied on the forest for daily life — harvesting bamboo shoots, collecting wild vegetables and herbs, and walking these mountain paths as part of their routine.
The handmade bamboo ladders on this trail weren’t built for adventure. They were built because people needed a way to move through the mountains — and many are still used today.
A Trail Loved by Local Hikers
Among Chinese hikers, this is one of Chongqing’s most iconic mountain routes — not
because it’s the highest or the hardest, but because it brings together dense forests,
handmade bamboo ladders, dramatic cliffside trails and the mountain culture that still
exists today.
If you want to understand the real Mountain City, this is one of the best places to start.
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