Mount Wawu's snow is ready! Enjoy snow fun just 3 hours' drive from Chengdu, with rime ice, icefalls, and skiing all covered. A guide for beginners to dive right in has been prepared, quickly save

Mount Wawu's snow is ready! Enjoy snow fun just 3 hours' drive from Chengdu, with rime ice, icefalls, and skiing all covered. A guide for beginners to dive right in has been prepared, quickly save it 👇 🚗Self-driving & Parking Avoidance Guide Depart from Chengdu via Chengle Expressway → exit at Hongya North → turn onto Hongwa Road directly to the scenic area. The entire journey takes 2.5-3 hours. The last 20km of mountain road may have hidden black ice, so anti-skid chains are a must (renting them at the scenic area is only 20 yuan/pair, which is more convenient than bringing your own). Beginners should drive slowly and avoid blocking the road. Prioritize parking in the lot opposite the Visitor Center, which costs 20 yuan for 24 hours. Arrive before 8 AM for a guaranteed spot. If it's full, go to the Jinhua Bridge Community parking lot. Pay according to the exit instructions; don't scan the QR code in advance, as system bugs can lead to wasted money! 🎫Tickets & Shuttle Don't Step on Landmines Winter admission ticket is 60 yuan, students and seniors get half price. Cable car + sightseeing bus are essential: Jinhua Bridge Cable Car 88 yuan + Gufo Ping Cable Car 98 yuan + sightseeing bus 68 yuan. Take the sightseeing bus from the Visitor Center to Gufo Ping, then take the cable car to the mountaintop. The entire journey takes about 1 hour. The first cable car departs at 8:40 AM. If you want to catch the sunrise, it's recommended to arrive at the scenic area before 7 AM; otherwise, not only will you face long queues, but you might also miss the sunrise and sea of clouds. ❄️Must-visit attractions, prioritize your rush 1. Rhododendron Garden: Arrive before 8 AM to secure the sea of clouds and sunrise! Rime ice covered in morning sun creates wallpaper-worthy photos, with soft, non-backlit lighting for high success rates; 2. Lanxi Icefall: A 1.5km hike leads to a hundred-meter ice curtain, incredibly stunning like a crystal curtain. Wear bright-colored clothes (red, yellow, blue) for photos, creating a striking contrast with the white ice; 3. Xiang'er Mountain Villa Ski Resort: 80 yuan/hour including equipment. Beginners don't need to worry; snow tubes and snowmobiles are available for unlimited fun without extra charges. There's a rest area nearby when you get tired; 4. Mandarin Duck Pond: Frozen lake + mushroom town, perfect for building snowmen and having snowball fights, super stress-relieving. Kids can play here all afternoon, giving parents a chance to rest and take snow photos. ✅2 hiking routes, choose as needed without tiring your legs ▪️Beginner-friendly route: Visitor Center → Shuangdong Stream → Qianwozi → Gufo Ping. One-way 7km, round trip 14km, hiking about 5.5 hours. The ascent is gentle and stress-free. Along the way, you can see streams and waterfalls, and occasionally encounter small squirrels, suitable for first-time snow visitors and families with children; ▪️Advanced photo-op route: Gufo Ping → Xiang'er Mountain Villa → Mandarin Duck Pond. One-way 3.5km, round trip 7km, hiking about 3 hours. The elevation rises from 1300m to 2800m. After snow, the sea of clouds and rime ice are a must-see. Every section of the boardwalk is great for photos, combining hiking and scenic views. 💡Practical Tips 1. Wear non-slip athletic shoes! After the snow melts on the mountaintop boardwalks, there will be water, making it very easy to slip. If you're afraid of the cold, you can wear snow boots with fleece lining for extra warmth; 2. Rime ice starts to melt after 10 AM. To photograph intact rime ice, you must arrive early. The best light is 1-2 hours after sunrise; 3. When skiing or taking snow photos, don't take off your gloves for too long. The temperature on the mountaintop is low, and your fingers could get frostbite in just a few minutes. You can bring touch-screen gloves to take photos without freezing your hands; 4. The mountaintop has a high altitude. Bring a bottle of warm water and drink small amounts frequently while hiking to avoid altitude sickness. Children can bring some snacks to replenish energy and prevent fussiness.