2025 Guangwu Mountain Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in October)

🍂 In autumn, Guangwushan is full of red leaves like fire, which intoxicates people. The red leaf landscape of 680 square kilometers, more than 40 varieties, more than 20 shapes, a viewing period of up to a month, enjoys the reputation of "China's No.1 Red Leaf Mountain", every late autumn, the mountains are red, the forests are dyed, the scenery is very charming, this must be arranged in October-November. There are three modes of transportation from Chongqing: 🚌Bus: Chongqing (Caiyuanba Bus Station)—Nanjiang (Guangyun Bus Station)—Guangwushan Town 🚄High-speed rail: Chongqing West/North Station—Hanzhong (Hanzhong Passenger Station)—Guangwushan Town 🚙Self-driving: Chongqing (Baguangyu Expressway)—Bazhong (Bashan Expressway)—Qiaoting (Exit of Expressway)—Guangwushan Town ⏰Most beautiful time: 1. In early October, the green fades, a small amount of leaves have begun to change color, and there are fewer tourists at this time; 2. In late October, the leaves have become red and green, colorful, and the forests are dyed; 3. In early November, it has reached the best time to watch red leaves, climb high and look far, the mountains are red! 🍁Route recommendation: Guangwushan has three scenic spots: Daba Scenic Area (Micang Mountain Scenic Area), Guangwushan Scenic Area (Taoyuan Scenic Area) and Shiba Yuetan Scenic Area. It is recommended to buy a set ticket for the scenic area bus, which can directly reach various attractions, which is very convenient. The recommended route is: Natural Gallery→Daba Parking Lot→Xianglu Peak→Micang Mountain. This way you can see as many red leaves as possible, and you won't miss any important attractions. 📸Photography tips: Red leaves are the protagonists of autumn, so be sure to take more photos for commemoration. You can choose to shoot in places with dense red leaves such as the Natural Gallery and Xianglu Peak, and you can also use leaves as the foreground to increase the sense of layering of the picture. In addition, you can choose to shoot in the morning or evening, when the light is softer and suitable for shooting portraits.

🍁Guangwu Mountain · Micang Mountain National Forest Park "Daxiao Lan Valley" is a wide valley through which the Kuantan River flows in the southern part of Micang Mountain. The upper stream is called Dalan Valley, and the lower stream is called Xiaolan Valley. The river channel in Dalan Valley is wide, and the pools in Xiaolan Valley are emerald green, but the most beautiful scenery in Lan Valley is actually the colorful forest covering the mountains. The colors are vivid and intense like an oil painting, and walking through it feels like stepping into a beautiful artwork. P.s. Take the sightseeing bus towards Lan Valley at the dam transfer center. The entire Lan Valley is originally a hiking route, which takes a longer time to explore.

After using the Tamron 28-200, I just got the Sigma 20-200mm, paired with the Sony A7C2, to enjoy the autumn scenery at Micang Mountain National Forest Park in Guangwu Mountain Scenic Area. On October 18th, there was light rain and thick fog. Xianglu Mountain was covered in a white haze with visibility less than 20 meters. Fortunately, when taking the cable car down, the fog at the mid-mountain and valley bottom had already cleared, so I searched for scenes at the foot of the mountain. Photos 1 and 2 were taken at the Xianglu Mountain cable car. Photos 3-5 were taken at Heixiong Valley.

Guangwu Mountain 2 Days 1 Night Travel Guide Documents: ID card, student ID, and other discount certificates. Clothing: Prepare appropriate clothing according to the season; there is a large temperature difference between day and night in the mountains, bring a warm jacket. Summer: short sleeves, shorts, light jacket, comfortable sports shoes. Winter: thick cotton clothes, sweaters, scarves, gloves, non-slip shoes. Items: umbrella or raincoat, sunscreen, moisturizing skincare products, toiletries, some cash, power bank, camera. Medicines: cold medicine, stomach medicine, motion sickness medicine, band-aids. Budget Plan (around 2000 RMB) Transportation: round-trip bus or self-driving fuel and toll fees about [X] RMB. Accommodation: one night in a characteristic guesthouse or hotel standard room about [X] RMB. Tickets: Guangwu Mountain scenic area ticket + sightseeing bus about [X] RMB. Meals: food for 2 days about [X] RMB. Others: snacks, souvenirs, etc. about [X] RMB. Itinerary Day 1: Morning: Arrive at the scenic area: reach Guangwu Mountain Visitor Center, purchase tickets (ticket + sightseeing bus). Take the sightseeing bus: head to the core scenic area, enjoy the natural scenery along the way. Noon: Dine inside the scenic area: taste local specialties such as Guangwu Mountain cured meat and walnut cakes. Afternoon: Hiking tour: stroll along the mountain plank road, admire strange peaks and rocks, dense forests. Recommended spot: Taiji Tiankeng, experience the wonders of nature. Photo check-in: take photos at scenic spots. Evening: Return to guesthouse: check in and rest for a while. Stroll around the guesthouse: enjoy the rural night view and breathe fresh air. Dinner: taste farmhouse dishes. Day 2: Morning: Enter the park again: take the sightseeing bus to another spot, such as Xianglu Mountain. Mountain viewing: hike or take the cable car up Xianglu Mountain, overlook the magnificent mountain scenery, and if lucky, see the sea of clouds. Noon: Lunch near the scenic area: choose a restaurant and taste local cuisine. Afternoon: Prepare to return: pack up and end the pleasant trip. Attraction Introduction Guangwu Mountain Scenic Area: National AAAA-level tourist attraction, combining beautiful peaks, secluded valleys, dangerous paths, strange rocks, forests, and red leaves. Taiji Tiankeng: a karst landform wonder, shaped like the Taiji symbol. Xianglu Mountain: higher altitude, good for watching sunrise, sea of clouds, and red leaves. Food Recommendations Guangwu Mountain cured meat: local specialty, firm texture, rich aroma. Walnut cake: crispy and delicious, full of walnut flavor. Farmhouse old cured meat stewed with vermicelli: perfect combination of cured meat fragrance and soft vermicelli. Wild mushroom soup: fresh and nutritious, made with various wild mushrooms. Accommodation Recommendations Guangwu Mountain characteristic guesthouses: beautiful environment, experience rural life, affordable prices. Hotels near the scenic area: well-equipped, convenient for travel. Notes Check the weather in advance and bring appropriate clothing. Be cautious when hiking in the scenic area and follow the signs. Protect the environment, do not litter. Book accommodation in advance, especially during peak tourist seasons.

🍁 Guangwu Mountain – Sichuan’s Autumn Wonderland 🇨🇳 📍 Location: Nanjiang County, Bazhong City, Sichuan Province 🗓️ Best Time to Visit: Late October to mid-November 🚗 Distance from Chengdu: Approximately 5 hours by car ⸻ 🍂 What Makes It Special • Vast Red Leaf Coverage: Spanning over 680 square kilometers, the mountain is renowned for its expansive red foliage, creating a breathtaking autumn landscape.  • Diverse Tree Species: The area boasts a variety of trees, including maple, ginkgo, and larch, each contributing to the vibrant autumn colors.  • Scenic Trails and Attractions: Visitors can explore several scenic spots such as Taiji Tiankeng, Tongmuzui, Feiyun Plank Road, Yinghui Peak, and Ganling Temple.  • Cultural Events: The annual Red Leaf Festival, typically held from late October to early November, features cultural performances, photography competitions, and local food festivals. 

No red leaves 🍁 No snow ❄️ What should you do in Guangwu Mountain in the spring and summer? ❓ A senior Guangwu Mountain player Teaches you how to have fun in Guangwu Mountain ‼️ ✅ Flower appreciation: In Guangwu Mountain, the rhododendrons are really amazing, especially in mid-May, which is basically the peak blooming season for rhododendrons 🌺. Rhododendron 🌺 viewing spot recommendations: 📍 Incense Burner Mountain: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The rhododendrons here are alpine rhododendrons, which are plentiful and beautiful. Because boardwalks have been built, you can take photos with the rhododendrons up close. 📷 📍 Jiaguo Mountain and Natural Gallery: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ There are many rhododendrons here, but you need auxiliary aerial photography equipment to show the best angles. 📍 Black Bear Valley: ⭐️⭐️⭐️ The rhododendrons here are relatively less abundant than the previous spots, so it is more recommended to come here to play in the water 💦. (There is also an unknown flower 🌸 wall at the entrance of Guangwu Mountain, right at the entrance of the scenic spot, which is very fresh and cute) ✅ Playing in the water: When the weather is a little warmer, you can come and play in the water. The natural river water is ice-cold, but be careful not to catch a cold. Water play spot recommendations: Guangwu Mountain: 🉑 Beigoukou, 🉑 Lianghekou Micang Mountain: 🉑 Black Bear Valley ✅ Hiking: Guangwu Mountain is famous for its good mountains ⛰️, good water, good air, and good scenery 🍃. Hike while feeling the negative oxygen ions of nature. The recommended hiking route is the Yanziling route (starting from Sandaoguan), which is friendly to both the elderly and children. If you have unlocked any new ways to play in Guangwu Mountain, feel free to share them 💬

In the northeast of Sichuan, there is a place favored by time - Guangwu Mountain in Bazhong. When the cold wind blows, it turns into a fairy tale world covered in snow, a dreamlike place not to be missed in Sichuan in winter. Stepping into Guangwu Mountain is like stepping into a fairyland sealed by snow. The rolling mountains are covered with thick snow, like a giant cream cake carefully carved by nature, with gentle curves outlined by every rise and fall. The peaks are looming in the clouds, intertwined with white snow, like a dream, making it hard to tell whether it is reality or a painting. The trees in the mountains are also dressed in white, with branches bent by the snow, like strings of crystal clear crystal bead curtains, swaying gently in the breeze, making a crisp and pleasant sound, as if the snow elves are singing softly. The sun shines down, and the snowflakes sparkle with fine light, making the whole mountain forest shine, beautiful and breathtaking. Walking along the winding mountain road, the snow under your feet makes a "creaking" sound, as if playing a unique movement for this winter trip. In the distance, the waterfall freezes into a huge ice waterfall in the cold temperature, hanging down from the cliffs, like frozen time, or like a giant sculpture created by nature with ice and snow, majestic and full of artistic sense. Here, you can have fun in the snow, build snowmen, have snowball fights, and relive the joy of childhood; or you can sit quietly on the viewing platform, enjoy the endless snow scene, and let your soul find a moment of peace in this pure world. If you are tired of the hustle and bustle of the city, come to Guangwu Mountain in Bazhong, and find the long-lost beauty in the snow scene, and let the winter of Guangwu Mountain become an unforgettable winter poem in your memory. Guangwu Mountain, Nanjiang

🍂 Guangwu Mountain in late October is at its most beautiful! It is indeed well-deserved to be known as "China's No. 1 Mountain for Red Leaves"! An autumn sightseeing spot that you cannot miss~ Now it’s time to set off! : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : Opening hours are 07:30-18:00 ✅Main attractions and tour routes Classic route: Tieluba Tourist Distribution Center ➡️Jiaguo Mountain ➡️Natural Gallery ➡️Mouyang Ancient City (Daba Dam Area) ➡️Black Bear Valley ➡️Xianglu Mountain. The scenery of the natural gallery is picturesque, the Black Bear Valley River is quiet and there are many waterfalls. Xianglu Mountain overlooks the red leaves all over the mountain, which is an excellent place to enjoy the scenery ✅Shibayuetan Scenic Area: Tickets and opening hours: Tickets are 55 yuan/person, and the opening hours are 07:30-18:00 Food recommendations ✔️Bazhong roasted chicken: rich fragrance, crispy skin and tender meat ✔️Guangwushan tofu banquet: tofu is used as the main ingredient to make a variety of delicious dishes ✔️Wild vegetables: a wide variety, fresh and delicious, it is a green and healthy food choice ✔️Bashan bacon: bright red color, fragrant, very delicious with rice 💡Travel tips ⚠️Guangwushan has a changeable climate, so bring warm clothes and rain gear at all times ✔️The mountain roads in the scenic area are rugged, it is recommended to wear comfortable shoes and pay attention to walking safety ✔️Protect the environment, do not throw away garbage at will, and care for natural landscapes ✔️Abide by the regulations of the scenic area and do not climb steep slopes and other dangerous areas 🥰 Let's travel thousands of miles together to appreciate the beautiful scenery of the motherland

'My Altay' The beauty of Xinjiang's landscapes🌿 has made many people yearn for it Mountains⛰️, meadows Everywhere you look is a view Providing endless healing🍃 For the people of Bazhong Xinjiang may be too far away But the Guangwu Mountain⛰️ is very close In fact The people of Bazhong also have their own 'Altay'🌲 Expansive grounds Endless mountain wilderness The dam ski resort in winter Is a world of ice and snow❄️ And when summer comes It becomes Bazhong people's own 'Altay'🌲 📍Location: Micang Mountain Dam Ski Resort 🚗Transport: Depart from Bazhong/Hanzhong, about 1.5h by car