Miss it and wait another year! Free admission to autumn colorful forests around Chengdu

🍂 The "Golden Autumn Colorful Forest Hiking Season" at Wawu Mountain Scenic Area is currently in full swing, and from now until November 30th, tickets are free for visitors nationwide! 🎫 Latest ticket policy 🎟️ Free admission period: From now until November 30, 2025 🚡 Cable car fees (optional purchase): 🚠 Jinhuaqiao Cable Car round trip 88 RMB 🚡 Gufoping Cable Car round trip 98 RMB ⚠️ Important reminder: Cable cars undergo regular maintenance every Wednesday and stop selling tickets and operating at 16:00. ⏰ Cable car operating hours on weekdays are 8:20-17:30, and on public holidays, operations start earlier at 7:20. 🚗 Transportation guide 🚙 Self-driving (preferred): 🛣️ Depart from Chengdu, take Chengya Expressway → Yaye Expressway → exit at Hongya North → follow Hongwa Road directly to the scenic area. 📏 Total distance about 200 km, approximately 2.5-3 hours. 🅿️ Parking fee during the day is 20 RMB; it is recommended to depart before 7 AM to avoid queues. 🚌 Public transportation: 🚍 Xin Nanmen Bus Station: departs at 7:10, direct to Wawu Mountain Scenic Area, ticket price about 70 RMB 🚄 High-speed train + bus: Take high-speed train from Chengdu East Station to Hongya Station (about 1.5 hours), then transfer to the scenic area shuttle bus 🍁 Best time to visit and routes 🌈 Best viewing period for colorful forests: mid to late October through early November 🚶 Recommended routes: 🏃 Hiking challenge route (suitable for physically fit visitors): 📏 About 13.14 km in total, connecting core spots like Wawu Mountain Grand Canyon, Despair Slope, Mandarin Duck Pool, taking 3-6 hours. 🏅 Visitors who finish within the daily limited quota can receive a custom medal. 🚡 Easy tour route (suitable for families, elderly, and children): 🚠 Take two cable cars directly to the summit, then walk a gentle 2-hour trail to Mandarin Duck Pool. 🏔️ The summit platform covers 11 square kilometers, with a hiking loop of about 7.5 km. 📸 Must-photograph spots: 🌸 Golden Tunnel on the Davidia Pathway 🏔️ West-facing view of Gongga Snow Mountain in the same frame 🏞️ Wawu Mountain Grand Canyon ⚠️ Important reminders ⚠️ Lanxi Cliff Pathway is temporarily closed for safety repairs; please check the latest scenic area announcements before visiting. 🚫 Entry to the Grand Canyon is prohibited after 16:00, and night tours are forbidden. 🧥 Large temperature differences between day and night in the mountains; remember to bring warm jackets and non-slip hiking shoes. 📈 Visitor numbers may increase during the free admission period; it is recommended to book in advance through official channels and visit on weekdays, entering before 8:30 to avoid queues. 💡 Helpful tips 🍞 Bring your own snacks and energy drinks; hot water is free at the summit but may require waiting in line. 🏞️ You can also visit Liujiang Ancient Town and Yanü Lake along the way; a 2-day, 1-night itinerary is more relaxed.