A complete guide to visiting Zhaogong Mountain | Route, preparation, and best time all in one! .

🌟Overview of the scenic area Zhaogong Mountain is located in Yutang Town, Dujiangyan City, Sichuan Province. It is the main peak of Qingcheng Mountain, with an altitude of about 2,434 meters. The natural scenery here is magnificent, the forest coverage rate is high, the air is fresh, and it has a rich historical and cultural heritage. It is said to be the retreat of Marshal Zhao Gongming, the God of Wealth. 🚗Transportation Guide [One] Self-driving: You can directly navigate to Zhaogongshan parking lot. Starting from Chengdu, via Chengguan Expressway, the journey takes about 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on the road conditions. [Two] Public transportation: Take the train to Dujiangyan Station, then transfer to the urban and rural bus to Zhaogong Mountain in Dujiangyan City and get off at Zhaogong Mountain Station. 🗓Mountain climbing routes There are two common routes: [One] East Route (relatively easy): Start climbing from Longfeng Village. There are many farmhouses along the way where you can supplement your diet. The first section of this route is relatively flat, and the slope gradually increases in the latter section, but the overall difficulty is slightly lower than the other two routes, making it suitable for first-time climbers. [Two] West Route (more challenging): Starting from Qun Yi Village, Xuankou Town, Wenchuan, this route is basically all steep slopes. The distance is shorter than the East Route, but it is more difficult and more suitable for people with some mountaineering experience. [Trunk] Preparation for the trip [One] Equipment: Wear comfortable hiking shoes, sportswear, bring hiking poles (for assistance and knee protection), backpack, sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, etc. [Two] Food and water: Prepare enough drinking water, at least 2L per person. You can also bring some high-energy foods such as chocolate, nuts, bread, etc. [Three] Others: Bring a power bank, tissues, rain gear (in case of weather changes), etc. ⏳Best time to visit You can visit in all seasons, but in spring (March to May), you can enjoy the blooming mountain flowers; in summer (June to August), it is a good place to escape the heat, and the temperature on the mountain is cool; in autumn (September to November), you can enjoy the colorful mountain forest scenery; in winter (December to February), there are snow scenes at certain times, which is unique. 📝Notes [One] Do a good warm-up before climbing to avoid injury. [Two] Arrange your climbing schedule according to your physical strength and avoid over-exerting yourself. [Three] Protect the environment, do not litter at will, and keep the scenic area clean. [Four] Pay attention to the weather forecast and be cautious when climbing in bad weather. I hope this guide can help you have a pleasant experience in Zhaogong Mountain!