Overview
Cat Mountain (Mao'er Shan) is Guangxi's highest peak at 2,141 m, protected within a national nature reserve of subtropical forest, waterfalls, and endemic rhododendron groves.
Highlights
- Summit trek: A challenging 8–10 hour round-trip hike through bamboo and rhododendron forest.
- Waterfall chains: Multiple cascades along the ascent trail.
- Biodiversity: Home to the South China tiger's last documented range and the Guangxi warty newt.
History
Designated a national nature reserve in 1976 to protect one of southern China's last old-growth forests.
Visitor Tips
- Fitness: Moderate-to-hard; bring trekking poles.
- Duration: Full-day or overnight hike.