Bailixia Gorge is one of the main attractions of the Yesanpo Scenic Area. It is 105 meters at its deepest point and covers about 110 square kilometers. This spot is known as "Nature's Studio" because of the beautiful mountains and valleys. Bailixia is referred to as "The first gorge in the world" and as a national park of China, has the highest possible rating of 4 Stars. Well-maintained paths wind hikers through lush valleys and breathtaking waterfalls. In the spring, crabapple trees bloom adding their sweet fragrance to the clean mountain air. The hike is mildly challenging, but there are men who will, for a fee, carry you up the mountain on colorful stretchers. Near the top is a 600-step staircase that will knock the stuffing out of just about anyone. A sign at the beginning says, "Climbing these steps will prove your will power". However, a nearby cablecar will definitely test your metal as you are suspended over the valley at heights that will turn your knees into mush. At the top everyone is rewarded with the quintessential million-dollar view.

The bus ride to and from Yesanpo allows the traveler to step back in time and see rural life in China as it may have been for 1,000's of years.