This 916-hectare forest recreation area's altitude ranges from 650m to 1200m, making it a perfect cool retreat in summer. There are many trails, some of which are nature interpretation walks suitable for families, while many others involve two- to three-hour hikes up small mountains. The longest hike is along a 16km trail that actually connects Dongyanshan with neighbouring Manyueyuan Forest Recreation Area . All trails start near the tourist centre and are well marked and easy to follow.
There are no buses, but if you have your own vehicle it's a pretty 13km drive up a good road to the visitor information centre, where you can buy simple meals and maps for the area.
