About Binh Huong Mountain
Binh Huong Mountain is a grass-covered plateau in Vang Danh Ward, Uong Bi City, Quang Ninh Province, Vietnam. Located about 10 km from central Uong Bi at an elevation of around 300-400 meters, it is known for its expansive meadows, seasonal tall grass and panoramic views over Uong Bi and surrounding hills. Popular for camping, photography and paragliding, it offers a natural open landscape distinct from nearby cultural sites such as Yen Tu.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect an open hilltop plateau covered with seasonal grass and low shrubs, with wide panoramic views over Uong Bi City, valleys and distant mountains. The summit area is largely open and undeveloped, with dirt tracks leading to viewpoints. Visitors explore on foot, take photographs, camp on the grassland and watch sunrise or sunset. There are no major built structures, with the landscape dominated by natural meadows and sky.
Key highlights
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Expansive grass-covered plateau at 300-400m elevation
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Panoramic views over Uong Bi City and surrounding mountains
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Seasonal tall grass and wildflowers from October to December
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Popular spot for camping, picnics and sunset/sunrise photography
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Paragliding and trekking activities on open hill slopes
Culture & Context
The plateau has traditionally been used as grazing land by local residents and has become a community recreational and eco-tourism area for Uong Bi, valued for its natural scenery and open space for outdoor activities.
Route
| By air | Fly to Cat Bi International Airport in Hai Phong, then travel by road about 45-50 km to Uong Bi |
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| By train | Take Hanoi - Ha Long railway to Uong Bi Railway Station, then continue by road to Vang Danh |