[2025 Yangchun Attraction] Travel Guide for Jilongding prairie (Updated May)

Escape the city during the Dragon Boat Festival holiday and take the Guangzhou-Shenzhen-Hong Kong high-speed rail followed by a private car to reach Guangdong's "Little Wugong Mountain"—Ji Long Ding in Yangchun. Traverse alpine meadows, admire seas of clouds and blooming flowers, camp under the starry sky, and experience the hidden gem of western Guangdong. Day 1: Hong Kong → Yangchun · Light Hiking • Transportation: Take the early Guangzhou-Shenzhen-Hong Kong high-speed rail to Guangzhou South Station (about 1 hour), then transfer to a private car to Ji Long Ding's base at Shuangjiao Town (about 2.5 hours). Rent an off-road vehicle to reach the mid-mountain campsite. • Afternoon Hiking: • Route: Mid-mountain campsite → Windmill Viewing Platform (summit at 1,280 meters, overlooking rolling meadows) → Clover Flower Field (Rhododendrons and bellflowers bloom from May to June). • Tips: Wear anti-slip hiking shoes and bring trekking poles; the summit is windy, so pack a windproof jacket. • Camping: Set up camp on the summit platform, bring portable stoves for cooking, and stargaze at night (check the weather in advance to avoid full moon nights). Day 2: Sunrise and Sea of Clouds → Return • Early Morning: Wake up at 4 AM and hike 10 minutes to Sunrise Rock to witness the sea of clouds and sunrise. • Return: After breakfast, pack up the campsite and return to Shuangjiao Town. Take a private car back to Guangzhou South Station and board the high-speed rail back to Hong Kong. Important Notes: 1. Dragon Boat Festival falls during the rainy season, so bring waterproof tents and quick-dry clothing. 2. Follow Leave No Trace principles and take all trash with you. 3. There is no signal at the summit, so download offline maps in advance.

[Rose] The next chicken coop roof will present an intoxicatingly beautiful picture! Starting from Guangzhou and Shenzhen, it only takes 3 hours to reach this mysterious place which is like the western Guangdong version of "To the Clouds". [Rose] Here, thousands of acres of alpine meadows stretch as far as the eye can see, and wild rhododendrons are in full bloom all over the mountains. The cattle are leisurely grazing in the mist. This scene makes people seem to have fallen into the dreamy and beautiful summer described by Hayao Miyazaki. [Rose] Jilongding is located in Yangchun. You can reach it by searching "Yangchun Qixing Village" on the navigation. If you are driving, it is recommended to choose a four-wheel drive vehicle, because the last 5 kilometers are gravel roads and are bumpy. [Rose] This is a light hiking route that even beginners can try. The entire journey is about 10 kilometers, with a cumulative climb of 900 meters, and takes 6 to 8 hours. In April, this place is a world of pink and white rhododendrons, while from May to June, you can unlock the beauty of the meadow like a matcha carpet. [Rose] The crossing route is more user-friendly than the loop route. It is recommended to go from Xinyi to Yangchun. [Rose]The itinerary can be arranged as follows: [Rose]On the first day, drive to the foot of the mountain and choose a suitable place to stay. In the evening, we brew tea around the stove, look up at the starry sky, and feel the tranquility and comfort. [Rose] The next day, after breakfast, we headed to the trailhead. Have a picnic on the meadow and enjoy the gifts of nature before starting your return journey. [Rose] In terms of equipment, there are some essential items to pay attention to. Trekking poles and knee pads are essential, as the gravel road down the mountain is slippery and they can provide effective support and protection. You should also prepare a windproof jacket as the temperature difference at the top of the mountain can reach 10℃ to prevent you from catching a cold. Waterproof hiking shoes can cope with the situation where mountain springs overflow the trail. Please remember that high heels and sneakers are not allowed, as the gravel road will cause great pain to your feet. [Rose] When going on outdoor hikes, especially for beginners, you must always follow a professional team and put safety first! [Rose] The charm of the chicken coop roof lies not only in its natural scenery, but also in the fact that it allows people to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city, return to the embrace of nature, and feel the inner peace and strength. Come on, take a brave step forward, walk into this magical land, explore, discover, and leave your own precious memories!

Located at the junction of Xinyi, Gaozhou, and Yangchun The main peak is 1,280 meters above sea level The vast highland meadow is covered with wild azaleas Cattle graze on the mountain, making it look like a miniature Hulunbuir This is the Great Prairie of Western Guangdong—Jilongding in Yangchun, Guangdong 🗺 [Hiking Route] Jilongding is mainly divided into a crossing route and a loop route 👉 Crossing route: From Xinyi to Yangchun, the road is wide and the scenery is better 👉 Difficulty: Night climbing, difficulty 🌟🌟🌟 👉 Distance: About 13 km, with a total ascent of about 900 meters 👉 Road conditions: The uphill section is a tractor road and dense forest, and the downhill section is a mountain road and cement road (hiking shoes are required) 🌺 Azalea blooming season: April is the best time to see them 🍃 Green Jilongding: It turns green at the end of April every year, and May to June is the best time to visit 🏠 [Local Accommodation] Jilongding Mountain Foot Inn, limited accommodation conditions Public bathroom, bring your own toiletries ✅ [Itinerary] DAY 1: Guangzhou - Jilongding Mountain Foot Inn 👉 Dinner 👉 Rest DAY 2: Get up at 3:30 am and gather 👉 Go to the trailhead 👉 Climb the mountain 👉 Reach the top of the mountain 👉 Go down the mountain and have a meal at a farmhouse 👉 Dismiss [Equipment Recommendations] 1️⃣ Trekking poles, gloves, knee pads: 2️⃣ Headlamp (required), power bank: 3️⃣ Backpack, rain cover, rain gear: 4️⃣ Quick-drying clothes, spare clothes, warm coat: 5️⃣ Bring your own dry food (required) 2-3 liters of drinking water, dry food, fruit, energy food (beef jerky, energy bars, pickles, etc.): 6️⃣ Hiking shoes or hiking boots (high heels and flat shoes are not recommended) 7️⃣ Mosquito repellent, other special items

It's not as grand as Altay, but it's still beautiful. Jilongding has its own charm! I thought it was a lesser-known hiking route, but many enthusiasts have already discovered it. 🔍 Navigate to "Jiucaidi," which is P1 parking lot. There aren't many parking spaces, so if you arrive late, don't drive up because the road is narrow and passing is difficult. You can park near a homestay along the way. Private parking is CNY 20–25 per car. 🚗 Depart from Guangzhou, and you can arrive in 4 hours. The service stations along the way are clean. After leaving the national highway, the provincial and county roads are mostly mountain roads, so passing is difficult. We rented a car and chose an SUV for the mountain roads. We also bought rental car insurance in advance (I'm not a confident driver) just in case. 🧢 Clothing recommendations The temperature in the mountains is nice in autumn, but the temperature difference between noon and morning/evening is large, so bring a jacket. Also: 1⃣️ Bring sunscreen and a hat for UV protection. 2⃣️ Prepare hiking gear (shoes, bag, clothes, poles). 3⃣️ Bring plenty of water, as the hiking distance is long. 🚶🏽‍♀️ Hiking recommendations 1⃣️ Motorcycle + hiking A motorcycle ride to the grassland is CNY 30 and takes about 20 minutes, saving most of your energy. 2⃣️ Hiking It takes about 2 hours to walk up, with many uphill sections, but the view is worth it. Choose this if you have the energy. After descending, you can wait for a private round-trip car to take you back to a nearby homestay. 📢 Post-hike thoughts It really has the Altay vibe. When you climb the mountain and see the grassland, you feel that all the detours are worth it. Next time, I must bring a tent to listen to the insects, watch the sunrise, and see the sea of clouds!

| Yangchun Chicken Cage Summit. The Yangchun Chicken Cage Summit is located in Shuangjiao Town, Yangchun City, Yangjiang City, Guangdong Province, at the junction of Yangchun, Gaozhou, and Xinyi cities. From the summit, you can stand in three cities at once! If you think Yili in Xinjiang is too far away, why not visit the Chicken Cage Summit? Perhaps it will bring you a different kind of surprise! Location: Yangchun Chicken Cage Summit Navigation: Chicken Cage Summit Grassland or Leek Field (Park at Parking Lot 1, Parking Lot 2, and Parking Lot 3 depends on luck; if it's open, drive on up, if not, park at Parking Lot 1 and hike up) Parking: Free Admission: 0 yuan

Located at the junction of Xinyi, Gaozhou and Yangchun The highest altitude of the main peak is 1280 meters Thousands of acres of alpine meadows, wild azaleas in full bloom Dotted with cattle on the mountain, it looks like a miniature version of Hulunbuir This is the prairie of western Guangdong - Guangdong . [TIPS for flower viewing on foot] 🌺Rhododendron blooming time: Blooms in mid-April, the best viewing period Flower variety: Delicate pink rhododendron ⛰️Green chicken coop top: green in mid-April every year, recommended to go from April to June . 【Hiking route】 The top of the chicken coop is mainly divided into a crossing line and a loop line. 👉Crossing line: Crossing from Xinyi to Yangchun, the road is wider and the scenery is better 👉Difficulty: Night climbing activity, difficulty level 3 stars 👉Full journey: about 13km, with a total climb of about 900 meters 👉Road conditions: Going up the mountain is a mechanical plowing road + dense forest, and going down the mountain is a mountain road + cement road (need to wear hiking shoes) . 【Local accommodation】 Jilongdingshanjiao Inn, limited accommodation conditions Public bathroom, you need to bring your own toiletries . 【Itinerary】 DAY1: Guangzhou-Jilongdingshanjiao B&B-Dinner-Rest DAY2: Get up and gather at 3:30 in the morning - go to the trailhead - climb the mountain - reach the top of the mountain - go down to the mountain farm for dinner - disband . [Equipment recommendations] 1. Trekking poles, gloves, knee pads; 2. Headlamp (required), power bank; 3. Backpack, rain cover, rain gear; 4. Quick-drying clothes, replacement clothes, and cold-proof jackets; 5. It is recommended to bring your own dry food (essential) 2-3 liters of drinking water, dry food for road meals, fruits, energy-supplementing foods (beef jerky, energy bars, mustard, etc.); 6. Hiking shoes or hiking shoes (those wearing high heels and flat shoes are advised to leave); 7. Mosquito repellent and other personal special medicines chicken cage top prairie

"One of the largest grasslands in the south", "Little Wugong Mountain on the west", "Little Sichuan on the west" The scenery of Jilongding, where one mountain covers three cities, is beautiful. It is very suitable for hiking and camping because of the wide mountains, beautiful ridge lines, gentle mountain slopes and short distance. The main peak is 1280.5 meters high and is one of the highest mountains bordering the Xiyunwu Mountains. To the east, you can see the Huangzaoding with an altitude of 1044 meters and the groups of windmill mountains are beautiful. The beautiful alpine rhododendrons in April and May every year attract thousands of mountaineers to come and watch every weekend. Navigation: Qixing Village, Shuangjiao Town, Yangchun City, Guangdong Province Route: ① Drive to the location and start hiking to the top, ② Take a motorcycle at the entrance of the village for 30 yuan Hiking distance: about 16km, suitable for light hiking Hiking difficulty: ★★★

Yangchun Jilongding Prairie is a paradise hidden in the mountains of Yangchun City, Guangdong Province. It is known as the "Little Hulunbuir in the South" for its unique alpine grassland scenery and magnificent sunrise and sea of ​​clouds. Here, the blue sky, white clouds, green grass and windmills are interwoven into a vivid pastoral painting, making people feel as if they are in a Nordic fairy tale world, while retaining the gentleness and beauty of the South. 【Must-see attractions】 1. Strolling on the Cloud Grassland: Stepping onto this alpine grassland at an altitude of about 1,280 meters, you will see lush green grass and windmills turning leisurely, as if you have entered the fantasy world of Hayao Miyazaki's animation. Stroll along the winding trails, feel the soft grass under your feet, listen to the breeze whispering in your ears, and let your soul be completely released in the embrace of nature. 2. Watch the sunrise over the sea of ​​clouds: Jilongding is an excellent place to watch the sunrise. In the early morning, the skyline is gradually dyed with gold, and a red sun slowly rises from the sea of ​​clouds. Thousands of rays of light fill the grassland, like a magnificent epic of light and shadow. At this time, whether you are a photography enthusiast or a traveler who loves life, you should not miss this shocking visual feast. 3. Visit the windmill array: The white wind turbines standing on the grassland are like guards protecting this pure land. Watch these behemoths up close and feel the charm of the harmonious coexistence of technology and nature. At the same time, they are also an excellent background for shooting blockbuster movies. 4. Outdoor picnic and camping: In such a quiet and picturesque place, why not try an outdoor picnic or camping? As the sun sets, sit on the grass with your family and friends, share delicious food, look up at the stars, and feel the tranquility and comfort of being away from the hustle and bustle and close to nature. 【Detailed address】 The junction of Helang Town and Shuangjiao Town, Yangchun City, Yangjiang City, Guangdong Province 【Transportation Tips】 ① Self-driving: Jilongding Prairie is about 70 kilometers away from Yangchun City. Just search "Yangchun Jilongding" on the navigation. Drive along Provincial Road S113 to Helang Town, then turn onto the rural road and drive about 20 kilometers to the foot of the mountain. Finally, drive a four-wheel drive vehicle (recommended) or hike up the mountain. ② Public transportation: You can take a train or long-distance bus to Yangchun City, and then charter or share a car to Jilongding. As public transportation is not direct, it is recommended to plan ahead and allow plenty of time. 【Food Recommendation】 1. Yangchun Beef Offal: A Yangchun specialty snack, made from slow-cooked local fresh beef offal. It has a tender taste, a rich soup base, and is paired with a special sauce that is endlessly memorable. 2. Yangchun Mountain Water Tofu Pudding: Made with local high-quality spring water, the tofu pudding is delicate and tender and melts in the mouth. Served with honey or sugar water, it is sweet and refreshing, and is an ideal choice for cooling off and quenching thirst. 【Recommended nearby attractions】 1. Lingxiaoyan: A national geological park with world-class karst cave wonders. The stalagmites, stone curtains and stalactites in the cave are in various shapes and sizes, like a dream. 2. Chunwan Stone Forest: A typical karst landform with numerous stone peaks of various shapes, it is like a miniature "Yunnan Stone Forest" and a paradise for photography enthusiasts. 3. Kongtong Cave: A famous Buddhist site with a long history. There are many Buddha statues and exquisite stone carvings inside the cave. There are towering ancient trees outside the cave. The environment is quiet and full of Zen.

I have climbed Qi Yun Mountain, San Guan Mountain, and Wu Gong Mountain at night. So, you definitely can't miss this vast grassland in western Guangdong! The main peak is 1280 meters above sea level. There are tens of thousands of acres of high mountain meadows, and wild azaleas bloom here. This is -- Guangdong Yangchun Chicken Cage Top. 【Hiking Route】 The Chicken Cage Top is mainly divided into a through line and a loop. Through line: From Xinyi to Yangchun, the road is wider and the scenery is better. Difficulty: Night climbing activity, difficulty 3 stars. Total: About 13km, total climb about 900 meters. Road conditions: The uphill is a mechanized road + dense forest, and the downhill is a mountain road + cement road (mountain shoes are required). 【Local Accommodation】 Chicken Cage Top Mountain Foot Inn, the accommodation conditions are limited public bathroom, need to bring their own toiletries. 【Equipment Suggestions】 1、Mountain climbing stick, gloves, knee pads; 2、Headlamp (essential), power bank; 3、Backpack, rain cover, rain gear; 4、Quick-drying clothes, replacement clothes, cold-proof jacket; 5、Bring your own dry food (essential) suggest 2-3 liters of drinking water, road meals dry food, fruit, energy supplement food (beef jerky, energy bar, pickles, etc.); 6、Mountain climbing shoes or hiking shoes (those who wear high heels and flat shoes are advised to quit); 7、Mosquito repellent, other personal special medicines: Off-peak climbing, let's enjoy the beauty of the vast grassland in western Guangdong together!