Ningbo's Ultimate Autumn Hiking Experience

Guide to Siming Mountain Geological Park in Ningbo🌄 The top spot for autumn hikes, off the beaten path and crowd-free Who knew! Found the perfect autumn healing spot away from the crowds✨ Siming Mountain National Geological Park offers billion-year-old geological wonders and mountains covered in autumn colors. Hiking, fresh air, and stunning photos all in one place. A detailed, easy-to-follow guide—only about 100 RMB per person~ 🚌 How to get there? Direct routes, no detours • Self-drive/Taxi: The best choice! Set your GPS to Siming Mountain National Geological Park, Siming Mountain Town, Yuyao City, Ningbo. About 1.5 hours from Ningbo city by car, with scenic mountain roads full of autumn views along the way—super healing. • Public Transport: Take the high-speed train from Ningbo Railway Station to Yuyao North Station, then transfer to Yuyao Bus Route 513 to Siming Mountain Town, followed by a 15-minute taxi ride to the park. Total time about 2.5 hours. • Park Transport: Shuttle bus inside the park costs 20 RMB per person, running between scenic spots. Hiking enthusiasts can choose to walk (takes 3-4 hours in total). 🌟 Must-visit spots + autumn highlights 1. Geological Science Museum: Free entry! Exhibits include billion-year-old volcanic rocks and glacial relics. Great for kids to learn geology, perfect for photos and gaining knowledge. 2. Xianren Cave Viewing Platform: Climb up to overlook the mountains covered in autumn forests, with red maples and ginkgo trees weaving a picturesque scene. When the sea of clouds rolls in, it feels like a fairyland. 3. Stone Great Wall Ruins: Built from natural volcanic rocks. Stroll through and touch billion-year-old geological marks. A hidden gem for photos without crowds. 4. Autumn Hiking Trail: Covered with fallen leaves that crunch underfoot. Breathe in the mountain forest’s negative ions—stress-relieving and healing. 💰 Costs + useful tips • Core fees: Entrance ticket 40 RMB per person (35 RMB if booked online one day in advance). Children under 1.2 meters and seniors over 70 enter free. • Extra costs: Shuttle bus 20 RMB per person (optional), parking 10 RMB per visit, no forced spending. • Discounts: Students with ID and military personnel with valid documents get half-price tickets. 🍜 Nearby food recommendations • Siming Mountain specialties: Highland free-range chicken stew, dried bamboo shoots with braised pork—tender meat full of mountain flavors. About 60 RMB per person for a filling meal. • Autumn exclusives: Chestnut braised chicken, wild kiwi juice—seasonal ingredients unlocking autumn’s unique taste. • Snacks: Yuyao Liangnong rice cake, sticky but not cloying, sweet but not greasy, great as a souvenir. 💡 Avoid pitfalls tips Best time to enjoy autumn colors is late October to mid-November; avoid weekend peaks. Wear non-slip hiking shoes and light-colored clothes for photos that match the autumn scenery. Bring your own drinking water and snacks as prices inside the park are high. Temperature varies greatly in the mountains, so bring a light jacket to avoid catching a cold.