Hidden Red Leaf Secret Spot in Sichuan! Asia's Largest Autumn Viewing Destination, Now is the Perfect Time

🍂 Looking for a corner of autumn that instantly calms your heart? Stop following the crowd to popular spots—Sichuan's Guangwu Mountain is the true "Autumn Treasure"! With 680 square kilometers of red leaves spreading wildly, it forms the "longest natural red carpet in Asia." Even CCTV has stopped to report on this stunning autumn scenery～✨ How worth visiting is Guangwu Mountain in autumn? - 🍂 As Asia's largest red leaf viewing area, its size is comparable to half of Beijing, with passionate autumn colors as far as the eye can see. No more searching for red leaves in crowds! - ⏳ From mid-October to mid-November, there is a full 30-day viewing period. Whether you're on a weekend short trip or traveling off-peak, you can catch the most beautiful autumn scenery～ - 🌈 Reds like flames, yellows like honey, oranges like tangerines, greens like jade—layers of colors overlap like a mischievously spilled palette🎨. Just lift your phone, and every shot is a stunning wallpaper-worthy scene! - 🚙 Super convenient transportation! A 6-hour drive from Chengdu, only 4.5 hours from Xi’an. If you don’t want to drive, a combination of high-speed train + bus can also get you there easily～ 🌲 Guangwu Mountain is mainly divided into three major scenic areas, but please note⚠️: tickets must be purchased separately for each area, and you need to visit them individually. Don’t mix them up when planning your trip! 1. Micang Mountain National Forest Park｜🌟 The top autumn viewing spot, a must-visit first choice This is the core essence of Guangwu Mountain’s autumn scenery—you won’t want to leave once you arrive! - 🎫 Fees: Entrance ticket 90 RMB, sightseeing bus 60 RMB, cable car 150 RMB (buying a package ticket is more cost-effective and saves a lot) - ✨ Must-check-in spots: - 🖼️ Natural Gallery: Stepping in here feels like entering a real oil painting world! Straight colorful forests block the sky, sunlight filters through the leaves casting scattered light spots, and clouds occasionally drift by, as if entering a fairyland🌫️. Every photo looks amazing📸. - 🐻 Black Bear Gully: The creek flows gently, red leaves reflect on the water surface. Standing on the bridge to shoot, you can easily take photos that will blow up your social media📷. - 🌄 Xianglu Mountain: Take the cable car up the mountain to overlook the entire forest covered in autumn colors! If lucky, you might see a sea of clouds rolling between the mountains, every shot feels like a blockbuster☁️. - 🚙 Recommended route: Take the sightseeing bus into the park → photo check-in at Natural Gallery → stroll Black Bear Gully to enjoy creek and red leaves → take the cable car up Xianglu Mountain (adjust according to weather, avoid on rainy days) - ⏳ It’s recommended to spend a whole day here to fully immerse yourself in the autumn scenery. This is the right way to enjoy autumn! 2. Guangwu Mountain Tourist Area (Taoyuan Scenic Area)｜🧗‍♂️ "Autumn Challenge" for hiking lovers This area is more suitable for outdoor enthusiasts and hikers, with karst landforms combined with red leaves creating a unique charm! - 🎫 Peak season ticket: 108 RMB (including sightseeing bus) - ✨ Highlights: - Karst peaks dotted with red leaves, Sandao Pass, Qinv Peak, Swallow Ridge... The terrain is steep, and clouds often linger around the mountains, like the "mysterious sect location" in martial arts dramas! - The mix of red leaves, strange rocks, and canyons adds a deeper sense of mystery compared to other scenic areas. - 📌 Small reminder: - The area requires a lot of climbing and is physically demanding. Those with less stamina should choose carefully. - If your trip is only 1-2 days, it’s recommended to prioritize Micang Mountain and not waste time here～ 3. Shibayue Pool｜💧 Red leaves and clear water that even "lazy travelers" can enjoy This is a favorite for family trips and "lazy people," where you can easily see red leaves and clear water without much effort! - 🎫 Fees: Entrance ticket 55 RMB, sightseeing bus 10 RMB - ✨ Highlights: - In a 3.5 km valley, there are 18 emerald pools, each surrounded by red leaves, like emeralds embedded in the autumn forest💎. You never get tired of the view! - The route goes downhill from top to bottom, making the walk easy and effortless, perfect for families with kids～ - 🚙 Note⚠️: Shibayue Pool is about 1 hour’s drive from Micang Mountain. It’s recommended to reserve half a day separately for this area, don’t squeeze it in with other scenic spots～ 📅 Best viewing period: From mid to late October to early to mid-November, now is when the red leaves are at their peak! From colorful to fully dyed forests, then to falling leaves, each stage has its own unique beauty～ Let your eyes be intoxicated by the colors of autumn, and let your soul be healed by this autumn scenery. Come to Guangwu Mountain, "China’s No.1 Red Leaf Mountain," and you will definitely have an unforgettable autumn journey!