2-Hour Family Trip in Chengdu: Free Colorful Forest Hiking in Gengda Town｜Take Kids to See Autumn Colors

Free colorful forest near Chengdu! Just 2 hours away, take your kids hiking to see a sea of colors, super healing～ Autumn is in full swing, and the colorful forest of Laoyashan in Gengda Town near Chengdu is breathtaking beyond words! The forest is dyed in layers of colors, as far as the eye can see is a distinct sea of colors—meadows, wooden houses, cattle and sheep, mountains. This free colorful forest hiking route captures the entire romance of autumn, perfect for taking kids～ 📍 Location: Laoyashan, Gengda Town 🎫 Tickets: Free! Free! Free! No ticket pressure for family trips 🅿️ Parking: 10 RMB per car; parking at the entrance of "Manyu Mountain Lodge" is free, contact the guesthouse in advance to confirm ⚠️ Transportation Tips: - After parking, you can choose to hike up the mountain: about 5 km of winding mountain road, gentle slope, suitable for slightly older kids, enjoy the colorful forest along the way - Shuttle by local transfer car: take a local transfer car up the mountain, 20 RMB per person one way, start hiking after getting off, suitable for younger children or families with less stamina, saves energy 🗺️ Family Hiking Tips: ✔️ Family-friendly section: Hiking from the village to the first meadow takes about 40 minutes. The meadow has an open view with cattle and sheep wandering around. For young children and elderly, it is recommended to only hike to the first meadow and return, easy and stress-free ✔️ Advanced section: The second and third meadows have better views but the trail is more difficult. Not recommended to take kids there to avoid injuries ✔️ Camping tips: Camping is allowed on the meadows, but you need to carry your own gear uphill. For camping with kids, it is recommended to choose the first meadow for easier handling of emergencies ✔️ Gear suggestions: The mountaintop is windy and the trail is thorny. Dress kids in warm, windproof, and durable clothes. Make sure to wear non-slip hiking shoes to protect their feet ✔️ Supplies preparation: No signal in the mountain village, remember to bring cash; prepare enough drinking water and high-calorie snacks for kids to replenish energy timely ✔️ Environmental requirements: Leave no trace in the wilderness, be sure to take all trash with you, protect this free secret spot, set a good environmental example for kids 🥘 Family Food: After descending, you can eat roasted yak meat and roasted potatoes in the village, authentic taste, choose non-spicy options for kids. You can also buy fresh vegetables, fruits, and honey to experience rural delicacies 🏨 Accommodation: Recommended "Manyu Mountain Lodge" guesthouse, a treasure stay for families returning with kids! Located at the foot of Laoyashan, perfect for summer cooling and water play, autumn hiking to see colorful forests, one-stop for dining, lodging, and entertainment. It has a chess room, camping site, coffee house, and evening bonfire parties with roasted lamb and rabbit, very suitable for family vacations. Spacious family rooms with children’s facilities available.