Ham Lon Mountain - the highest mountain in Hanoi, known as the "roof of the capital". This mountain also has charming beauty, so it has long become an attractive destination for young people in the weekend.

1. Where is Ham Lon Mountain?

Ham Lon mountain is the highest mountain on the Doc Ton mountain range, located in Soc Son, Hanoi with an altitude of 462m. At the foot of Ham Lon mountain is the large Nui Bau lake, the water surface is immense, rippling and lyrical. Although the scenery still has some wild features, it has become a favorite place for many young people who love to travel and explore.

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2. How to go to Ham Lon mountain?

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Going by motorbike or car

If you go by motorbike, it only takes about 1 hour on average. From the center of Hanoi, you cross Thang Long bridge along the direction of Thang Long - Noi Bai highway, at the intersection of National Highway 2, turn left in the direction of Vinh Phuc. Continue going straight then turn right when you see the signboard of ​​Viet Phu Thanh Chuong and Nui hamlet, continue going straight for another 7km until seeing the way to Viet Phu on the right hand, you go straight to Ham Lon.

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Going by bus

You can choose bus route 64 running from North Thang Long Industrial Park to Pho Ni (Binh An Trade Center). You ask to visit Ham Lon Lake or Temple Rom stop, get off the bus at the right stop and walk about 01 km to Ham Lon mountain.

From the center of Hanoi, you can take one of the following bus routes to get to bus 64 point: 

- Route 07: Cau Giay - Noi Bai.

- Route 35B: Nam Thang Long Bus station - Thanh Lam (Me Linh).

- Route 58: Yen Phu - Thach Da (Me Linh).

- Route 46: My Dinh Bus station- Dong Anh.

- Route 53: Hoang Quoc Viet - Dong Anh.

- Route 53B: My Dinh Bus station - Quang Minh Industrial Park (Me Linh)

- Route 61: Nam Thang Long Bus station- Van Ha.

- Route 56: Nam Thang Long Bus station - Double Mountain (Soc Son)

- Route 60B: Groundwater Bus station - Central Hospital for Tropical Diseases 2

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3. Climbing and camping in Ham Lon

To conquer Ham Lon mountain, you have two paths to choose from.

Safe route for those of you who want to be safe, don't like to take risks. You absolutely can choose the trail that is flat, easy to go and less bushy. Time to conquer this mountain from 2 hours - 2 and half hours depending on health. First, you need to move through a pine forest. And follow the dirt road leading from the bottom of the mountain to the top. This road is short, the carpet of pine needles is thick, so the path is quite convenient. The good point of this road is you can enjoy the scenery while walking because the road here is quite wide and flat. Next, you will meet a very narrow path next to the shallow stream to climb to the top.

And if you are those who like to challenge yourself, you can choose the path along the stream. Going this road, visitors have to cross streams and dense forests, so the travel time will be about 3-4 hours. With that, visitors need to wear gloves and climbing shoes as well as accept many other difficulties.

When you reach the top of Ham Lon, you will feel fascinated by the attractive beauty and forget all the fatigue. Standing from here looking down, you will feel overwhelmed by the space of mountains and forests overlapping with thousands of purple sims, at a far distance is a peaceful lake and looming villages.

If you do not like climbing, you can also camping at Ham Lon lake (Bau stream lake) right at the foot of the mountain. With a spacious space, you can enjoy playing, resting or having a campfire to grill food here. In addition, the water in the lake is also very clear and clean, so you can safely bathe here.

Check-in the immense pine forest

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Attention:

• Even if you go in the summer, the nights in the mountains will still be cold, so if you intend to camp overnight, bring a thin blanket or a light jacket.
• Bring insect repellent to prevent them from attacking and causing disease.
• If you conquer Ham Lon by road, remember to bring a pair of sturdy and anti-slip shoes.
• Unlike other tourist areas, Ham Lon does not have too many places to sell food and drink, so if you don't buy it from the foot of the mountain, you won't have anything to eat. It's best to bring food from home and just rent a tent and a grill there.

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Source: collected