Jinta Populus Euphratica Forest Family Trip｜Unlock the Autumn Populus Euphratica Secret with Kids

In the golden October, take the kids to Jinta Populus Euphratica Forest for a family autumn outing full of Northwest charm! It’s a 3-hour self-drive from Zhangye, and we arrived at 12:30 with no traffic jams along the way. The huge parking lot at the scenic area made driving with kids completely worry-free, so we didn’t have to waste time looking for parking. The 85 yuan ticket includes shuttle bus service, which is very cost-effective for families. The shuttle runs frequently with short wait times, making it easy to transfer with children. We didn’t get off at every stop but chose two stations best suited for family fun: ✅ Third Stop - Wild Populus Euphratica Forest: There aren’t many poplar trees here, and there were quite a few tourists during the National Day holiday. You need to wait for a photo spot for family pictures, but it’s a great place for kids to observe the unique shape of the poplar and hear the story of the poplar “living for a thousand years without dying,” learning while playing. ✅ Sixth Stop - Beacon Tower: Climb the beacon tower with the kids. Although the overcast weather made the scenery less bright, it allowed the children to feel the grandeur of the borderland landscape. Walking from the beacon tower to the Jinbo Lake boardwalk, the poplar trail near the Hero Tree is rarely visited. The ground is covered with golden fallen leaves, where kids can run and play freely. Every snapshot here is a warm family moment. The poplars at Jinbo Lake are the most thoroughly golden. Even with many people around, you can find corners perfect for photos with your kids. Photos taken on cloudy days have a more dreamy beauty. 💡 Family Travel Tips: 1. The golden color of the poplars at Jinbo Lake far surpasses other areas, so spend most of your time here when traveling with kids. 2. After the scenic area lights up at 7 PM, the lighting is not good for portraits, and kids tend to get sleepy, so it’s best to finish your trip early and return to your accommodation to rest. 🏨 Accommodation Recommendation: We recommend **Jinta Populus Euphratica Forest Homestay · Populus Euphratica Family**, located near the scenic area. The decor is full of Northwest rustic charm, and its proximity to the park makes it convenient for traveling with kids.