Travel Guide to Yubeng

The best time to visit Yubeng is during the Spring (March-April) or Autumn (September-October) when the weather is pleasant and the skies are clear. During these seasons, the temperatures are mild despite the high elevation of about 3400 meters, and the surrounding landscapes are at their most vibrant. It’s also easier to see the peaks of the mountains compared to other times of the year. Getting there by public transportation can be difficult, so I suggest arranging for a local driver to take you to Xidang and return a few days later to pick you up after you finish your trip to Yubeng. There are two main hiking routes in the area: The first one is from Upper Yubeng to the Glacier Lake 冰湖. It’s about 6 Km long (one way) and has an elevation gain of 700 meters, starting from Upper Yubeng at 3200m and arriving at the lake at 3900m. This trek is more challenging and takes about 5 hours to get to the lake. The second one leaves from Lower Yubeng to the Sacred Waterfall 神瀑. It’s about 5 Km long, with the first 2/3 of the hike beating relatively easy and the last part quite tricky due to the never-ending stairs. The altitude gain is smaller since you’ll start at 3100m and end at 3700. It takes about 4 hours to get to the waterfall. #yubeng