Three-Day Photo Trip Guide to Siguniang Mountain: Capture the Stunning Winter Scenery!

My trip to Siguniang Mountain this month truly moved me to tears! Winter at Siguniang Mountain is like an ink wash landscape painting—serene and magnificent. I've put together this 3-day travel diary for those of you who want to visit too～ 🏔️ Itinerary Overview DAY 1: Depart from Chengdu → Shuangqiaogou (Red Fir Forest, Budala Peak, Sigunaco Lake) DAY 2: Changpinggou Hiking (Lama Temple → Dead Tree Beach → Muliaozi) DAY 3: Haizigou (Guozhuangping → Chaoshanping → Laoniuyuanzi) ❄️ 【DAY 1: Shuangqiaogou—A Winter Wonderland】 🚌 Transportation: Drive about 4 hours from Chengdu to Shuangqiaogou. After entering the scenic area, take a sightseeing bus (about 45 minutes) directly to the Red Fir Forest at the mountain top, then explore 6 stops downstream. 📸 Recommended Photo Spots: · Red Fir Forest Glacier: The boardwalk is lined with frost-covered trees, and the snow-covered forest looks just like "Frozen" · Budala Peak: White snowy peaks intertwined with prayer flags, perfect for dramatic road shots · Sigunaco Lake: The lake is half frozen, half water, reflecting the snowy mountains—absolutely stunning in soft light! 🐂 Surprise Encounter: Near Nianyu Dam, we ran into a herd of grazing yaks, very cooperative for photos~ 🏡 Overnight: Tibetan-style guesthouse outside Changpinggou. Dinner at the guide-recommended "Tibetan Culture Folk Restaurant," where we wore Tibetan costumes for photos, watched folk performances, and enjoyed yak meat hotpot and butter tea that warmed us up! 🌲 【DAY 2: Changpinggou—Hiking the Frozen Secret Realm】 🚶 Hiking Route: After a drive to Lama Temple, start hiking (horse riding also available). We hiked to Muliaozi and back, about 6 hours total. ❄️ Winter Conditions: · Rivers and streams mostly frozen; Chongchong Foot Waterfall completely iced over, turning into a blue icefall · Thick snow on the boardwalk, ice cleats recommended (can be purchased or rented online in advance) · Dead Tree Beach branches covered with frost crystals, sparkling in the sunlight 📶 Signal Tip: Signal is intermittent inside the forest; download offline maps beforehand 🏔️ Viewing Platform: About a 20-minute hike to a viewing platform along the way, offering panoramic views of Yaomei Peak! 🌅 【DAY 3: Haizigou—Sunlit Peaks and Grassland Dawn】 🌄 Early Wake-up Worth It: · Arrive at Guozhuangping before 8 AM to see the sun gradually illuminate the snowy mountain peaks (starts around 7:50) · The red grassland at Chaoshanping dusted with light snow, creating a strong contrast with the white ridges · Dead trees framed with the moon, full of a weathered feeling (best shot after 4 PM when the moon rises) ⚠️ Feels Like Temperature: Very cold before the sun reaches the valley! Recommend heat patches and touchscreen gloves ⚠️ Must-Know Winter Travel Tips 1️⃣ Clothing Suggestions · Down jacket + thermal underwear + windproof pants + knit hat + scarf + gloves (reference checklist) · Choose non-slip, warm hiking boots (snowy paths can be slippery) · Layering is key—remove layers after the sun comes out to avoid sweating and catching cold 2️⃣ Sun Protection and Altitude Sickness Prevention · Strong UV rays on the plateau! Sunscreen + sunglasses + sun hat are essential (travel companions have had sunburn inflammation) · Avoid strenuous exercise upon arrival; don’t wash hair the first night · Bring cold medicine and stomach medicine in advance; oxygen tanks are sold in the park 3️⃣ Other Reminders · Some mountain areas have no signal; inform family in advance and carry cash · If sick before departure, it’s best to recover first (a friend developed pulmonary edema after the trip) · Winter park opening hours: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM; plan your itinerary accordingly 💙 Summary Winter at Siguniang Mountain is cold but exquisitely pure. These three days felt like being gently wrapped by snowy peaks, glaciers, and starry skies, All worries dissolved in the breath’s white mist～ Though the body endured the cold, the eyes truly experienced paradise! Disclaimer: The above is a personal experience. Park opening status and road conditions may change with the weather. Please refer to official information for accuracy～