Trail · Qinghai-Gansu

Gangshka Peak Trail

Try this 5.1-km out-and-back trail near Haibei Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 11 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking and snowshoeing, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. Gangshiqia Peak, also written as Gangshika (岗什卡雪峰) is a tall mountain peak located in the eastern part of the Qilian Mountains. This mountain is close to the Gansu border, and is within the Haibei Prefecture. This peak is known to be the tallest in the Lenglong Ling mountain range. Most hikers like to come here to experience the glaciers and take in the stunning views of mountain covered in snow. The trail begins where the road ends after passing through the gate of Gangshika Snow Peak.
Entry
Entrance is free

Getting there

Parking, the entrance and the exact address are in the Dragon Roads app during your trip. Every stop opens in AMap, ready to navigate.

Good to know. 该地区外籍及港澳台游客只能游玩,不能住宿。

The trail

Difficulty
Challenging
Length
5.1 km
Elevation gain
367 m
Route
Out and back

Trail notes: alltrails.comalltrails.com

How Chinese travelers film it

Short clips from Douyin, the Chinese TikTok. They are in Chinese.

Within an hour's drive

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