How many steps are there in Huashan? Revealing the climbing data of “The Most Dangerous Mountain in the World”
Huashan, known as "the most dangerous mountain in the world", attracts countless tourists every year to challenge its steep mountain roads. But how many steps are there in Huashan? This issue has recently become a hot topic on social platforms. This article will combine the popular discussions on the Internet in the past 10 days and use structured data to reveal the answer for you.
1. Statistics on the number of steps on each peak of Mount Huashan

| Mountain name | Total number of steps | steepest section | altitude |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Peak (Yuntai Peak) | About level 3800 | Thousand-foot Building (Level 370) | 1614 meters |
| Xifeng (Lotus Peak) | About level 4200 | Canglong Ridge (Level 530) | 2082 meters |
| Dongfeng (Chaoyang Peak) | About level 3500 | Kites turn over (level 80) | 2096 meters |
| South Peak (Luoyan Peak) | About level 4500 | Long sky plank road (level 120) | 2154 meters |
| Zhongfeng (Yu Nu Peak) | About level 3000 | Ladder (Level 60) | 2037 meters |
2. Hot topics of discussion among netizens
According to the analysis of social media data in the past 10 days, discussions about the Huashan Steps mainly focus on the following aspects:
| discussion topics | heat index | Typical comments |
|---|---|---|
| Dispute over the actual number of steps | 8.5/10 | "The official data is more than 200 levels different from what I counted." |
| The most dangerous road experience | 9.2/10 | “The steps on the Changkong Plank Road are less than half a foot wide.” |
| Safety of climbing stairs at night | 7.8/10 | "It is recommended to bring professional headlights, some steps are not illuminated" |
| Climbing advice for seniors | 6.3/10 | “Beifeng Ropeway + walking is the best solution” |
3. Full analysis of climbing data
Based on actual measurement data from the scenic area management department and travel enthusiasts, the distribution of steps on the main climbing routes in Huashan Mountain is as follows:
| Mountaineering route | Total number of steps | average slope | Recommended time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gyokusen-in traditional route | About level 7600 | 45-70 degrees | 4-6 hours |
| Outwit Huashan Road | About level 3200 | 50-80 degrees | 2-3 hours |
| Beifeng Cableway + Walking | About level 2800 | 30-60 degrees | 2-3 hours |
| Xifeng Ropeway + Walking | About level 1800 | 20-45 degrees | 1-2 hours |
4. Professional mountaineering advice
1.Equipment selection:Non-slip hiking shoes are a must, as some steps are only half-foot wide; gloves can help you grip the chains.
2.Physical distribution:It is recommended to rest for 10 minutes after climbing 1,000 steps. The steps from the North Peak to the Middle Peak are the most dense.
3.Safety warning:Attractions such as the Long Sky Plank Road and Kites Turn require additional safety ropes. Retrograde driving is prohibited on one-way roads.
4.Best time:April to October is the suitable climbing period, and some steps are frozen and closed from November to March of the following year.
5. Interesting trivia
• The height of Huashan steps is not completely uniform, ranging from 15-25 cm
• There were no artificial steps before the Ming Dynasty, and 80% of the existing steps were built after 1950.
• The narrowest step is located on the Changkong Plank Road, with a width of only 20 cm
• About 3 million pairs of feet step on the Huashan Steps every year
Conclusion:Huashan Steps is not only a numbers game, but also a touchstone of courage and perseverance. Whether you want to challenge the full 7,600-level climb or choose a ropeway connection route, please keep in mind the safety principle of "climbing without viewing, and viewing without climbing." Are you ready to count the steps in Huashan this summer?
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