Sheshan National Forest Park

Address No. 9258 Waiqingsong Highway, Sheshan Town, Songjiang District, Shanghai
Hours 08:30–16:30
Phone +86 21 5765 7231
Announcement: Nature & Outdoors
Entrance ¥0
Hours 08:30–16:30
Best Season Spring for fresh greenery or autumn for cooler hiking weather.
Time needed 3-4 hours
Last visit: May 22, 2026
Author: Qiang Huang
Reviewer: Zekun Dong

Sheshan National Forest Park Travel Guide

Discover the Best Things to Do at Sheshan National Forest Park

Discover the Best Things to Do at Sheshan National Forest Park

What can you actually do at Sheshan National Forest Park? This guide cuts through the generic lists to give you a practical, experience-based plan for hiking its famous trails, visiting the historic observatory, finding the best viewpoints, and escaping Shanghai's urban buzz.

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Sheshan National Forest Park Overview

The only natural mountain range in Shanghai, offering bamboo forests, hiking trails, and historical landmarks like the Marian Basilica and an observatory.

Sheshan National Forest Park Opening Hours & Tickets

  • 08:30–16:30
  • Best season: Spring for fresh greenery or autumn for cooler hiking weather.
  • Ticket note: Entry to the park is generally free; the Observatory charges a small fee.

Essential Sheshan National Forest Park Visitor Information

  • Enquiries: +86 21 5765 7231
  • Restrooms
  • Vending machines
  • Cable car (sometimes operational)

How to Get to Sheshan National Forest Park

Metro Line 9 (Sheshan Station), then take a bus or taxi.

Sheshan National Forest Park Travel Safety & Advice

Dial 120 for medical emergencies.

Practical Info

  • No. 9258 Waiqingsong Highway, Sheshan Town, Songjiang District, Shanghai
  • 08:30–16:30
  • +86 21 5765 7231
Qiang Huang
Qiang Huang
Certified Senior Tour Guide
Qiang Huang, a Shanghai-based Certified Senior Tour Guide, specializes in East China itineraries covering the Shanghai skyscraper and luxury shopping tour, culinary innovation tour, and West Bund art walk.

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On-site notes & editorial review

Tickets

  • Entry to the park is generally free; the Observatory charges a small fee.

Online booking may be required

Tips

Split into East Sheshan and West Sheshan; the major attractions are on West Sheshan.

Reality Check

  • The 'mountain' is only about 100 meters high; not a challenging hike.

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