The ultimate autumn self-driving experience in Yichang! 3 legendary road trip guides

【G348 Most Beautiful Geological Road】 👉 Navigation start point: Sanyou Cave 👉 Recommended farthest point: Three Gorges Dam / Eagle Beak Rock 🌟 Scenic views all the way: ✔️ Route along the two dams and one gorge shoreline, showcasing the magnificent original Xiling Gorge scenery, every shot is a masterpiece ✔️ Distant view of the Three Gorges Dam ✔️ Multiple popular viewing platforms: Listening to the Wind Valley (mountain view), Mountain Beyond Mountain (mountain view), Bright Moon Terrace (Xiling Gorge river view), Lian Tuo Bank (Xiling Gorge river view), and passing by the Three Gorges Immigration Museum "Underwater Guizhou" ✔️ The farthest can reach Eagle Beak Rock and Niugan Ma Fei Gorge viewing platform; at Little Dog Mountain, try the fried Diaozi fish, seasoned only with chili powder and salt, absolutely delicious! ✔️ Xiling Gorge 0.618 Service Area also offers geological knowledge! 🛣️ Road conditions: Overall good, but many curves; slow down near viewing platforms. Many shops along the way for rest and supplies. 【Zhimao Road for Sunrise Viewing】 👉 Navigation start point: Qinglin Zhuangyuan Terrace (perfect for sunrise! About 1.5 hours from downtown) 👉 Recommended farthest point: Jiuwanxi Town 🌟 Core scenery is super rich: ✔️ Sunrise sea of clouds, red leaf corridor, stunning beyond words ✔️ Can view the Three Gorges Dam from a unique angle ✔️ Passes by Qu Yuan’s hometown and Zhilan Valley (Yichang’s Little Huangshan) 🍊 Hidden gem: In autumn, roadside stalls sell fresh and sweet Zigui navel oranges. 🛣️ Road conditions: Mountain roads with winding climbs; pay attention to sunrise time for viewing; no streetlights at night; bring a down jacket in winter. 【Most Beautiful Water Road: Guzhao Road】 👉 Navigation start point: Gufu Town, Xingshan County 👉 Recommended farthest point: Muyu Town, Shennongjia 🌟 Fun all the way to Shennongjia: ✔️ 10 km water road, driving on water feels almost the same; panoramic views require distant viewing ✔️ Experience the historical beauty vibe at Zhaojun Village ✔️ Can go directly to Shennongjia, including Shennongding and Dajiuhu 🍲 Food recommendation: When in Shennongjia, be sure to try local wild vegetables and cured meats, full of mountain delicacies flavor! 🛣️ Road conditions: The road itself is easy to drive, but after entering Shennongjia it becomes mountain roads requiring some driving skills; beginners should drive slowly. Tips: ✅ Carry your ID card, driver’s license, and vehicle registration; ID check is required in the dam area, and driver’s license and registration are needed for dam area exclusive roads. ✅ Spring and autumn are the golden seasons for self-driving, with great weather and stunning scenery. ✅ Many curves, slow driving is key, safety first; pay attention to anti-skid measures in winter. ✅ Download offline maps in advance, as some sections have unstable signals.