Inner Mongolia Sumushan, Falling into the Golden Oil Painting of the Northern Territory

📍Detailed Address: 👉Within Xinghe County, Ulanqab City, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region (at the junction of Shanxi, Hebei, and Inner Mongolia) 👉Navigation location: Sumushan Forest Park Visitor Center 🗺️ 🚗Transportation Guide: ➊ Self-driving preferred 3.5 hours direct from Beijing 2 hours direct from Hohhot The mountain road is like a golden corridor, recommended for experienced drivers 🚙💨 ➋ Budget option Take the high-speed train to Jining Station → carpool to the scenic area Remember to book your return vehicle in advance! 🚐 🌟Highlights: 1️⃣ Golden Forest Feast 🎨 · Early November marks the peak of autumn colors! The birch forest shines golden, larch trees cover the hillside, aerial shots look like a spilled palette 🎬 2️⃣ Climb to the top of Huangshiya 👑 · Highest point at 2334.7 meters, where sea of clouds and forest sea intertwine, postcard-level scenery at sunrise (recommended to arrive before 9 AM) 🌅 3️⃣ Popular Forest Mini Train 🚂 · Colorful carriages run through the forest, a must-ride for vloggers! Open-sided design on both sides of the carriage, fallen leaves within reach 📸 4️⃣ Recommended Hiking Routes: · Easy version: Sightseeing car → mid-mountain → wooden plank road, 1-hour climb to the top (suitable for elderly and children) 👨‍👩‍👧 · Challenge version: Full 4-hour hike, capturing different close-ups of maple leaves 🍂 5️⃣ Animal Encounter Plan 🦊 · Squirrels commonly seen in the morning storing winter food, lucky visitors may photograph roe deer herds (keep quiet please) 🤫 📌Ultimate Tips: 1️⃣ Dressing guide: Three-layer dressing method! Down jacket + scarf + non-slip shoes (top of the mountain -5℃) ❄️ 2️⃣ Best shooting time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM soft light is best for portraits 📷 3️⃣ Hidden perks: Free warm packs and hot ginger tea at the visitor center ☕ 4️⃣ Off-peak secret: Visit on weekday mornings to have the whole forest to yourself 👑 5️⃣ Safety bottom line: Must descend before 4:30 PM! No night lights in the forest area 🚫