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Guangwu Mountain Autumn Viewing Guide|Includes Independent Travel Tips + Pitfall Avoidance Guide

Guangwu Mountain's Red Carpet is Laid Out! Asia's Longest Red Leaf Area Independent Travel Guide 🍂 Who knows! Guangwu Mountain's "Natural Red Carpet" is about to cover the valley! 👍 Independent travel is the way to go — take as many photos as you want, no tour guide rushing you. This guide organizes routes, transportation, and pitfall avoidance all in one! 🔥 Red Carpet Viewing Time (Locked In!) October 20 - November 20! A full month of intense red leaves Go early to see the red-yellow gradient, mid-month to see the full red carpet, late to see the remaining red reflecting in the creek 👉🏻 Key point: Late October to early November is the "peak period of the red carpet," miss it and wait a year! 🚗 Two Major Departure Points Direct Shuttle Guide (Direct, no transfers) From Chengdu (High-speed rail + direct shuttle super convenient) Chengdu → Bazhong East Station (High-speed rail about 2.5h) Transfer to the scenic area direct shuttle to Guangwu Mountain / Micang Mountain: Depart Bazhong East Station: 10:30, 12:30 (two trips! Don’t worry if you miss the early one) Depart Jiangbei Bus Station: 07:30 (early start for more sightseeing) From Hanzhong (Direct is more time-saving) Outbound: 08:40 Depart Hanzhong Tourism Distribution Center Return: 17:00 Return from Guangwu Mountain parking lot Direct to Guangwu Mountain, no transfers or luggage hassle! 🍁 Must-visit 3 Major Attractions (Every spot is photogenic) ✅ Xianglu Mountain Sea of Clouds and Red Leaves Climb to the top to watch the sunrise! The sea of clouds wraps the mountain covered in red waves, like entering a fairyland. Recommended to arrive before 7 AM to avoid crowds and capture panoramic views. ✅ Black Bear Valley Colorful Forest Secret Spot 3 km hiking corridor is amazing! Red leaves float on the turquoise pool, strange rocks hide in the forest. Walk slowly, every step is a scene. ✅ Natural Gallery The road goes through a red leaf tunnel! Driving feels like moving through a painting, every snap is a masterpiece. Remember to open the window to smell the osmanthus fragrance (osmanthus blooms late October). 🚨 10-Second Booking Tips (Don’t wait until no seats!) Fastest way: Click the bottom left "Buy the same" to book directly Alternative: Search "Yiqi Travel" mini app, select the corresponding departure schedule 💢 Reminder: Red leaf season direct shuttles are very popular! Book at least 1-2 days in advance, same-day booking usually has no seats! ✨ Independent Travel Pitfall Avoidance Tips 1️⃣ Avoid peak entry: The scenic area opens at 7 AM, 7-8 AM is the team peak. Enter off-peak to avoid crowds in photos; self-driving navigation to "Pengjiaba Parking Lot" saves 30 minutes compared to the main gate. 2️⃣ Dress for survival: Mountain temperature difference over 10℃! Bring a windbreaker + scarf + gloves, the boardwalk has dew, wear non-slip shoes. 3️⃣ Book accommodation early: Rooms sell out instantly during red leaf season! Book at least 1 month in advance, recommended to stay in Guangwu Mountain town for convenient dining. 4️⃣ Don’t miss the food: Nanjiang yellow goat soup warms your heart, Guangwu Mountain tofu feast is super tender, about 50 RMB per person to eat until full. 5️⃣ Emergency preparation: Some areas have no signal, bring some cash; photographers bring telephoto lenses for amazing sea of clouds and red leaves shots. 🍁 Guangwu Mountain’s red carpet will truly amaze you into speechlessness! Save this guide and rush over once the red carpet is laid~ 👇
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