Yangshuo - Moon Hill

The crag is located within the "Moon Hill Scenic Area" park, entrance to this costs 25 yuan (circa 2.5 €). An intricate network of paths lead to an infinite number of rounded hills and mountains, with rice fields still cultivated by traditional means.

To reach the crag follow the path from the entrance directly to the arch in circa 30 minutes. At present there is some tension between the commercial enterprises and the peasants, as the former gain more from tourism than the latter. Along the walk to the crag you will encounter numerous people selling drinks and local products, please sustain them.

Yangshuo is located in the Guanxi province and has a subtropical climate. Although climbing is possible all year round, the best time of year is either spring or autumn.

Climbing at Moon Hill varies considerably, from technical vertical slabs with small crimps to long stamina routes through the overhangs. Climbing is possible even when it rains and given the orientation, climbing is possible throughout the day.

All routes are well bolted but not all are equipped with a lower-off carabiner. Always take a screwgate carabiner and some additional quickdraws for the lower-off manoeuvre.

Download the introduction to the guidebook "Yangshuo, Rock Climbing" by Paul Collis.

Yangshuo, Rock Climbing by Paul Collis.