The red atmosphere of Moganshan is at its peak, hurry up and go!!

This "reverse" route of the Jiang Gong Ancient Trail is known as the best value for autumn viewing in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai. It's completely free, avoids the crowds, and allows you to easily capture stunning photos! 🗺️ Classic reverse route This route goes counterclockwise, starting from Yucun Square, covering about 10-12 kilometers with an elevation gain of about 550-640 meters. Walking and taking photos along the way takes about 5-6 hours. Starting point: Navigate to "Yucun P4 Parking Lot" or "Yucun P3 Parking Lot." P4 is closer to the entrance but charges a fee (about 30 RMB/day), while P3 is free but requires a bit more walking. Hiking route: Yucun Square → Mogao Wu → Naked Heart Castle (view from afar) → Cathedral → Zodiac Garden → Luhuadang Park → Guwang Wu Platform → Waterfall Viewing Platform → Jiaohua Slope → Return to Yucun Square. 📸 Highlight photo spots along the way Guwang Wu Platform: This is the key spot to avoid the ticket fee. It offers a wide view overlooking the mountains and bamboo sea, making it a must-shoot high point. Villa No. 48: The red maple forest here is a free hidden gem with a very high photo success rate. The real scene is even more stunning than the photos, don’t miss it! Yinling Pond: A secret spot hidden deep in the bamboo forest, with a small bridge, flowing water, and maple leaf pavilions, instantly bringing the autumn vibe of Kyoto. Jiaohua Slope: This is the last section before descending, with many dirt paths and gravel, quite steep. It’s recommended to bring trekking poles, walk slowly, and pay attention to safety. 🚨 Tips to avoid pitfalls Avoid the ticket fee: If you go clockwise normally, you will encounter a ticket checkpoint near Jianchi and need to pay an 80 RMB ticket. The essence of the reverse route is to decisively go straight towards Guwang Wu Platform at the big fork above Jiaohua Slope, perfectly avoiding the ticket checkpoint. Non-slip shoes are a must: There are many large rocks and dirt paths on the mountain, especially the slippery Jiaohua Slope on the way down. A pair of non-slip hiking shoes is essential for safe hiking. Start early: Weekends are very crowded, and P4 parking lot fills up quickly. It’s recommended to start early or navigate to P3 parking lot. Although it requires more walking, it saves parking fees. 🍗 Bring enough supplies: There are not many restaurants in the mountains, so bring some snacks and water. After descending, there are many restaurants at Yucun Square or Yinshan Street, such as Xiaohuzi Dry Noodles and Goldfish Mama, all good choices.