This May Day, there is no need to stand in long lines—
the East Gate Route puts “easy and efficient access” into every frame of the scenery.
All you need to do is head up the mountain with ease,
and the cloud sea and breathtaking views will all be yours.

Why Must You Choose the East Gate Route This May Day?

Longtanhe Cableway — Almost No Waiting
The Longtanhe Cableway on the East Gate Route is like a hidden passage—
arrive and ride, quick and convenient!

Fewer Crowds, Beautiful Views, and No Waiting for Photos
The East Gate Route features the cliffside skywalk, Great Heavenly Gate, Magpie Bridge, and more.
The attractions are dense and impressive.
On the glass skywalk, you can strike any pose you like without waiting.

Perfect May Day Weather, Prime Time for Cloud Seas
Beneath your feet are rolling waves of clouds,
and before your eyes stretch endless mountain ridgelines.
This is exactly what your May Day social media photos should look like!

Two Worry-Free Routes — Choose One Based on Your Energy Level

Route 1 | Enter from the East, Exit from the West · Classic Grand Traverse
5–6 hours | Ideal for strong hikers who want to cover the highlights of both the East Gate Route and West Gate Route in one trip

Longtanhe Cableway up → East Gate Route Glass Skywalk → Magpie Bridge → Great Heavenly Gate → East Gate Route Cliffside Skywalk → Yanyou Stone Viewing Platform → Echo Platform → Huamei Ridge → Alchemy Lake (a must-visit alpine lake) → Ganlu Spring → Lotus Peak → Henshui Pavilion → West Gate Route Fortress → Dragon's Ridge → Immortal Cave → Worship Peak Terrace → Tianchi Peak → Hundred-step Ladder → Zongguan Fortress → Zhenyi Ridge → Dalongwo Cableway down

This route perfectly achieves an east-to-west crossing without retracing your steps, while also including highlights such as Hundred-step Ladder and Tianchi Peak on the West Gate Route.

Route 2 | East Gate Route Pure Enjoyment · Easy Round Trip
3–4 hours | Best for families with children or seniors, casual travelers, and anyone who prefers a more relaxed outing

Longtanhe Cableway up → East Gate Route Glass Skywalk → Magpie Bridge → Tianshi Peak → Great Heavenly Gate → East Gate Route Cliffside Skywalk → Yanyou Stone Viewing Platform → Echo Platform → Fupen Peak → Huamei Ridge → Alchemy Lake → return along the same route → Longtanhe Cableway down

This route has a relaxed pace, and Alchemy Lake serves as the perfect turning point.
Sitting by the lake, enjoying the mountain breeze and watching the reflections of peaks and clouds, is far more pleasant than pushing through the entire route.

May Day Bonus: Where Are the Best Places to See the Cloud Sea?

East Gate Route Cliffside Skywalk: Clouds rise from the canyon below your feet, making you feel as if you are walking in the sky.
Great Heavenly Gate: With steep rock walls standing like gates on both sides, the cloud sea flows dramatically through the opening.
Yanyou Stone Viewing Platform: Looking back at the East Gate Route peaks, the mist-shrouded mountains resemble an ink painting.

Practical Tips (A Real Time-Saver)

Navigation: Search directly for “Tianzhushan Longtanhe Visitor Center.” Traffic is lighter, and parking is relatively easy.
Tickets: It is recommended to purchase your admission ticket and cableway ticket in advance through the official Tianzhushan tourism mini program, so you can head straight to the cable car.
What to Bring: A light jacket (it can be windy on the summit), a power bank (you will not be able to stop taking photos), and some water and snacks.

This May Day, we recommend that you choose the East Gate Route.
No long lines, no crowds, no impatience—
the mountain is still the same Tianzhushan,
but what you get is a calmer and more enjoyable view.
The cloud sea and the scenery are ready—
when are you setting off?