[2025 Dujiangyan Attraction] Travel Guide for Jin Feng Mountain (Updated Apr)

The closest colorful forest hiking route to the city, it seems like a long autumn corridor, the entire route is covered by colorful forests. Ginkgo and Metasequoia have put on their autumn clothes, presenting warm orange and steady red, giving people a feeling of tranquility and ease. The leaves shimmering in the sun, the branches swaying gently in the breeze, make people deeply feel the power and beauty of nature.

Western Sichuan has recently ushered in the peak autumn season. Many friends want to catch the tail end of autumn to enjoy the autumn and see the colorful forests, but because there are so many people, it is easy to get stuck in traffic. So I have sorted out some autumn viewing destinations around Chengdu that are about 2 hours' drive away, so you can also hike to see the colorful forests! 1⃣Puhong Road Location: Puhong Road, Dujiangyan Driving time: 80 kilometers, about 1.5 hours Hiking: 12 kilometers in total, climbing about 300 meters Introduction: The route is basically mountain roads and small roads, and you will pass through a large fir forest along the way. The fir trees are dense and towering, and there are wild fruits in autumn, which is very suitable for hiking. 2⃣Laoya Mountain Location: Laoya Mountain, Gengda Town Driving time: 100 km, about 2 hours Hiking: 2 km round trip Introduction: You can see the beautiful scenery of autumn colorful forests by hiking. The red leaves all over the mountains are intertwined with the golden color of the pine forest. The meadow on the top of the mountain is also an excellent location to view the gorgeous colorful forests on the opposite mountains. 3⃣ Songlin Bay Location: Wenchuan Lama Temple Driving time: 130 kilometers, about 2 hours Hiking: 4 kilometers round trip, climbing about 200 meters Introduction: The winding mountain road is surrounded by a large golden pine forest. The ancient Lama Temple is hidden in the mountains. The larch needles cover the entire mountain road, just like a fairy tale world. 4⃣Ganhaizi Location: Wenchuan Xueyuan Hotel Driving time: 120 kilometers, about 2 hours Hiking: 4 kilometers round trip Introduction: Colorful autumn colors are laid along the mountain paths, scattered houses and colorful forests complement each other. On the big meadow, you can see the majestic snow-capped mountains in the distance and the cattle and sheep grazing leisurely up close. 5⃣ Gexian Mountain Location: Gexian Mountain, Pengzhou Driving time: 70 kilometers, about 1.5 hours Hiking: 12 kilometers, climbing 800 meters Introduction: Climbing up the winding ancient road of Gexian Mountain, you can encounter golden ginkgo trees all over the ground, and there are many small caves made of limestone, which adds a bit of fun. 6⃣Jinfeng Mountain Location: Jinfeng Mountain, Chongzhou Driving time: 65 km, about 1 hour Hiking: 10 km loop Introduction: Jinfeng Mountain in autumn is like an overturned palette, with golden ginkgo and emerald green forests interweaving, and pine, cypress, bamboo forest, red maple, etc. along the way, with rich colors and distinct layers. 7⃣Zhaogong Mountain Location: Zhaogong Mountain, Dujiangyan Driving time: 80 kilometers, about 1.5 hours Hiking: 6 kilometers round trip on the west line, climbing 700 meters Introduction: The forest coverage rate of Zhaogong Mountain is as high as 95%. The ginkgo trees are yellow, the metasequoia trees are red, and the colorful forests are like an overturned palette, brilliant and warm.

A hiking route with few people and beautiful autumn scenery ————————Jiulong Back Mountain, Chongzhou 🚗Navigation: Jiulonggou Back Mountain (bus stop) There is ample parking space (10 yuan) 🍁Main autumn viewing plants: large areas of Metasequoia and Ginkgo 🌰 Wild fruits you can pick: Magnolia officinalis fruit ➕ Red bean tree ➕ Cypress fruit 🕐Best viewing time: end of November ✅You will pass a short section of Jinfeng Mountain. The entire mountain forest is red and green. There are large tracts of Metasequoia forests in the tea fields. When the weather is good, the autumn scenery is beautiful. ✅It's really a small place. When Dutongyan and Tongmagou Park are full, there are few people here on weekends. ✅There are rich plant species, and you will pass through large pine forests, with a strong forest atmosphere. There are large-leafed Magnolia officinalis along the way, red bean trees on the top of the mountain, and various kinds of mushrooms 🍄, which is very interesting ✅Road conditions: stone steps + plank road + dirt road + highway, most of the mountain roads, the entire hiking route is through the natural forest, breathing oxygen ✔️Route difficulty: 7km loop, suitable for children with some hiking experience ‼ ️Some Tips: ▫️Don’t go on rainy days because the dirt road is very slippery and muddy, and it’s easy to fall. It is recommended to come on a sunny day, the scenery is worth it~ ▫️There are no trash cans along the way, so it is best to bring your own trash bags ▫️Snacks are only sold at the parking lot. There are no meals along the way, so you need to bring your own. You will pass Sanlang Town at the foot of the mountain, and you can go there to eat after the climb.

🥀Chengdu people who love the sun✔ also have their own urban hiking routes, which are perfect for outdoor hiking. Less crowded, diverse routes, relaxing, and round-trip in one day. ✅ Perfect for hiking with family and friends on weekends. - [ Recommended Routes ] 🔺01🔺 📍Chongzhou [Jinfeng Mountain] 🎀Close distance, 9-13 km loop options 🎀1.5-hour drive from Chengdu, easy round-trip in one day 🎀Golden ginkgo, red maple leaves, and lush forests, all over the mountains 🎀Bring your own trash bags and take your trash with you - 🔺02🔺 📍Dujiangyan [Tongma Valley] 🎀Overall flat route, some sections may have mud 🎀Plan for 3-4 hours of hiking 🎀Wear comfortable hiking shoes and bring enough water and food 🎀Leave early in the afternoon - 🔺03🔺 📍Chongzhou [Liuliba] 🎀Especially suitable for outdoor hiking in autumn 🎀About 2 hours to reach the destination 🎀The entire hiking route is about 8 km 🎀Avoid hiking alone, especially in the mountains - 🔺04🔺 📍Pengzhou [Tiantai Mountain] 🎀Go on a sunny day 🎀The hiking route is about 8 km, moderate difficulty 🎀Mainly stone steps and dirt roads 🎀Pass by Baiyun Temple, Guanghua Temple, and Jinding Temple - 🔺05🔺 📍Dujiangyan [Shangyuan Ancient Road] 🎀Round-trip is about 9.4 km 🎀Estimated hiking time is 4-5 hours 🎀Enjoy ancient cedar trees and colorful autumn forests along the way 🎀Overall elevation gain is small, suitable for hiking enthusiasts - 🔺06🔺 📍Dayi [Wuzhong Mountain] 🎀Good road conditions, suitable for the whole family 🎀About 6-7 km, round-trip time is about 3.5-4 hours 🎀Kaifa Temple - Mingyue Temple - Amitabha Temple - Guangming Peak 🎀Escape the hustle and bustle of the city, an ideal choice -

🌟Recommended reason: "Fall scenery invites a leisurely walk, and mountain hiking is never tiring." Jin Feng Mountain is like a pearl on the land of Chongzhou, a paradise for hikers. There are warm routes for leisure and family trips, like a bond connecting people and nature. From colorful forests to ginkgo trees, from low altitudes to high-altitude views, every step is an encounter with fall. It's like stepping into a colorful painting, writing your own poetic journey in the mountains and forests. It's a rare treasure around Chengdu. 📍Attraction address: Jin Feng Mountain, Chongzhou. Navigate to "Che Chang Ping" or "Shan Shui Ge Farmhouse." 🚗Attraction transportation: About 75 km from Chengdu Cultural Palace, about 1.5 hours by car. After exiting the highway, the entire road is cement, accessible by car. There is a parking lot at Che Chang Ping (parking fee is CNY 10). If parking is tight at Che Chang Ping, you can park at Shan Shui Ge Farmhouse and hike up. 👍Must-visit attraction: Jin Feng Mountain (with colorful forests and ginkgo trees, beautiful scenery). 🎟Ticket information: None. 💗Other tips: 1⃣The big loop is 2-star difficulty, with small loops (7 km, 10 km) and a big loop (13 km). Download the track and go with a companion, pay attention to route identification. 2⃣Best scenery from late October to mid-November. Muddy and slippery downhill. 3⃣Complete hiking gear is necessary. Not recommended to take the big loop with children, someone in the group should know how to use the track. No signal on the mountain top. Bring extra clothes in the car, no commercial facilities, restrooms, or trash cans on the mountain, take your trash down. Weather is changeable, bring extra clothes, not recommended to go up on rainy days, rely on the track for navigation.

5h | Beautiful colorful forests that you can enjoy even without going to western Sichuan. 1.5h around Chengdu | Beautiful colorful forests that can be seen without going to western Sichuan Stepping on the autumn palette Come to the Colorful Forest Hiking Trail, which is closest to the city. Covered by colorful forest Like walking in an autumn corridor Ginkgo and Metasequoia are all dressed in autumn clothes The warm orange and calm red give people a sense of tranquility and comfort. The whole journey was easy and pleasant. Whether it was the leaves gleaming in the sun or the branches swaying gently in the breeze, it made people feel the power and beauty of nature. Enjoy this peaceful autumn 📍Navigation: Chongzhou. Jinfeng Mountain (Chechangping) 🅿️Parking: There are not many cars along the road during the week, so you can find free roadside parking. When we went there, there was a parking lot for 10 yuan per car Road conditions: The whole route is a winding cement road, which is easy for cars. The road becomes narrower as you go up. 💚tips: 1. We started from the parking lot halfway up the mountain and could see the colorful forest in less than ten minutes. There was a cement road along the way and a dirt road in the second half. We hiked to the end of the cement road and then returned the same way. 2. The road is easy to walk on, the whole way is cement road. There is no signal at the top of the mountain, so you need to prepare supplies and water. There are toilets and a campsite near the parking lot. 3. It is not difficult and is suitable for families and beginners. You can choose to walk on the cement road to see the colorful forest. Those who want to challenge themselves can walk the second half, but it is not recommended on rainy days! 4. I accidentally discovered a beautiful Ginkgo tree road on the left fork above the parking lot. I am Xiaobao who loves traveling and sharing ✌️