Built as the northern terminus of Beijing's Olympic Green for the 2008 Games, the Olympic Forest Park is the largest public park in the city — 680 hectares of forested hills, lakes, and rivers crossed by 30+ kilometers of running and cycling trails. Free to enter, open dawn to dusk. The 5km outer loop is a Beijing fitness classic — you'll see locals running, cycling, and stretching from 6 AM onwards. Spring (March-May) brings cherry blossoms and peach blossoms; autumn (October-November) brings golden ginkgos. Mountain views from the central artificial hill ('Yangshan'). Combine with a morning visit to the Bird's Nest 1 km south for a full Olympic district day. Less famous than Fragrant Hills but far more accessible — Metro Line 8 stops at both Olympic Green and Forest Park South Gate.
Address
33 Kehui Rd, Chaoyang District, Beijing
朝阳区科荟路33号
Highlights
- Free EntryBeijing's largest park, completely free; just walk in
- 5 km Outer LoopPaved trail; Beijing's premier running route
- Cherry Blossoms (樱花) SpringLate March to early April; quieter than Yuyuantan
- Combine with Bird's Nest1 km south; full Olympic district day
- Bike Rental AvailableStations at the south and north gates; ~30 RMB/hour
For foreign visitors
- English service: partial english
- Cards accepted: visa, master
- Booking / entry: not needed
- Best time: Morning, especially in spring and autumn
- Wi-Fi: free
- Transit access: metro direct
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What travelers say (5 reviews)
Tina K.·TripAdvisor·5/5
Massive free park behind the Bird's Nest. Locals come to run, fly kites, and picnic. Far less touristy than the Olympic plaza.
2026-04-10
奥森常客·Xiaohongshu·5/5
奥森10公里跑道是北京跑者圣地！早上6点就有人来。樱花季和深秋最美。
2026-03-21
Roger M.·Google Maps·4/5
Take Line 8 to Olympic Forest Park station — exits directly into south gate. Bike rentals at the entrance.
2026-02-18
Jennifer L.·TripAdvisor·4/5
Lake in the middle, hills to climb, lots of green. Kids' playground area near the south gate.
2026-01-24
BeijingRunner·YouTube·5/5
10K and half-marathon races held here annually. Free entry, open 6am-9pm.
2026-04-15
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