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Guys, this place is awesome! Hiking enthusiasts are in for a treat.

Here's a travel guide for Dayuandong: Basic Information - Scenic Spot Name: Chongqing Dayuandong National Forest Park - Location: Located in Yongxing Town, Jiangjin District, Chongqing - Opening Hours: 8:00–17:00 - Ticket Information: Free Transportation Guide - By Car: Chongqing City → Yulu Expressway → Baisha Interchange → S106 → Yongxing Town → Dayuandong National Forest Park. The entire journey is 118 km and takes about 2 hours. - Public Transportation: First, go to Jiangjin District. Then, transfer to a bus heading to Yongxing Town. After arriving in Yongxing Town, you can take a taxi or local rural bus to Dayuandong National Forest Park. Tour Routes - Small Loop: Confucius Temple parking lot — Sanjintang (Dayuandong entrance) — Dayuandong Waterfall — Swan Lake — Tianma Temple — Xiaohua Mountain — Hanging Coffins. The entire route is about 12 km and takes about 5 hours at a leisurely pace. - Large Loop: Confucius Temple parking lot — Sanjintang (Dayuandong entrance) — Dayuandong Waterfall — Swan Lake — Tianma Temple — Xiaohua Mountain — Sichuan-Chongqing Boundary Marker — Xiaoyuandong Waterfall — Shuijingwan — Confucius Temple. The entire route is 16 km, with an elevation gain of 650 m, and takes 5–7 hours. Attractions - Dayuandong Waterfall: The park's landmark attraction. The waterfall is nearly 100 m high, with a powerful flow of water. Standing at the bottom of the waterfall, you can feel the cool mist on your face. - Swan Lake: The lake is clear and green, surrounded by mountains and lush forests. It's like a green gem embedded in the mountains, offering picturesque scenery. - Xiaohua Mountain: The mountain is steep and high. Climbing to the top allows you to overlook the surrounding mountains and forests, experiencing the feeling of "looking down upon the mountains." - Dayuandong Stele: Approximately 3 m wide and 1.5 m high, erected in the thirty-eighth year of the Qianlong Emperor's reign. The inscription records the restoration of official roads by local gentry during the Qianlong period and describes the scenery of Dayuandong. - Gaitang Temple: Located at an altitude of 1,100 m, there was originally a small temple here. Now, it is completely covered by vegetation, giving it a mysterious feel. Food Recommendations - Farmhouse Cuisine: There are many farmhouse restaurants around the scenic area where you can enjoy authentic farmhouse dishes, such as firewood chicken, cured bacon, and farmhouse tofu pudding. - Local Snacks: Local snacks like cold noodles and cold shrimp are also worth trying. They are refreshing and affordable. Accommodation Options - Accommodation in the Park: There are some simple accommodation facilities in the park, such as camping areas, where you can enjoy the tranquility of the night in nature. - Farmhouse Restaurants Nearby: Many farmhouse restaurants around the park offer accommodation services. They have a beautiful environment, reasonable prices, and offer authentic farmhouse food. Important Notes - The scenic area has many ravines and streams. Pay attention to safety while playing and avoid dangerous areas. - In summer, there are many reptiles in the forest. Take precautions and do not touch or provoke wild animals. - Some sections of the road are rugged. It is recommended to wear comfortable athletic or hiking shoes. - The second half of the large loop is a slippery stone path. It is not recommended to take the large loop on rainy days.
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Posted: Mar 20, 2025
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