[2025 Hongya Attraction] Travel Guide for Lanxi Waterfall (Updated Oct)

📍Key Highlights: Yanv Lake, the "Highland Sapphire" at the foot of Wawu Mountain. Over 3 days, connect the lake reflections, snowy mountain forests, and ancient town atmosphere. In October, when the colorful forest begins to tint, Wawu Mountain and the lake surface frame perfect shots, ideal for both summer retreats and vacations. 🚗 Transportation and Ticket Guide • Self-driving: 2.5 hours from Chengdu, navigate to "Yanv Lake Wangping Viewing Platform." The route has many curves, so drive carefully; parking at the scenic area costs 10 RMB/day. • Tickets: Yanv Lake is free to enter. Wawu Mountain tickets are 100 RMB in peak season (there are often limited free ticket promotions). A combined ticket for two cable cars is 186 RMB. • Accommodation: Top choice is Qihu Mountain Lodge lake view rooms (windows face Wawu Mountain), or lakeside Yayuan for private hot spring baths. ✨ 3-Day Core Itinerary Day 1: First Encounter with the Lake Light · Sunset Hunt • Morning: Upon arrival, head straight to Wangping Viewing Platform to capture the classic shot of Wawu Mountain reflected on the lake, using leaves as foreground to block distractions. • Afternoon: Take a fishing boat around the lake (50 RMB/person), capture moments when the lake water glows golden, and splash in the shallow areas for playful photos. • Dinner: Enjoy Yan fish hotpot at a fisherman's home; the fish is tender, and the broth is milky white and super fresh. Day 2: Explore Wawu Mountain · Chase Light in the Forest Sea • Early morning: Take the Jinhua Bridge cable car up Wawu Mountain, wait at Xianger Viewing Platform for the sea of clouds sunrise, use a telephoto lens to capture clouds flowing over the ridge. • Morning: Hike the cliff plank road, use slow shutter speed to photograph the silky water flow at Lanxi Waterfall, and shoot the cold firs and lawn together at Mandarin Duck Pool. • Evening: Return to Yanv Lake, shoot backlit silhouettes in the lakeside reed marsh, the contrast of red dresses and green lake is eye-catching. Day 3: Ancient Town Finale · Return with Fireworks • Morning: Visit Liujiang Ancient Town, photograph reflections on the bluestone paths beside the stilted buildings, sit by the window in an old teahouse for cultural shots. • Afternoon: Explore ancient town shops, try brown sugar glutinous rice cakes, and buy Gaomiao Baijiu as souvenirs. • Before departure: Check in at Meizhou Dongpo, pack Dongpo pork knuckle to savor the fresh and fragrant Sichuan flavors. 📸 Photo Tips 1. Lake Reflections: Shoot at low angles during calm early mornings to capture the double reflection of Wawu Mountain and the sky. 2. Sea of Clouds Portraits: Stand at the edge of Xianger Viewing Platform, shoot side profiles with layered clouds, leaving space in the sky. 3. Ancient Town Light and Shadow: Choose noon to capture sunlight filtering through stilted building window lattices casting mottled shadows on stone steps. ⚠️ Pitfall Warnings • Wawu Mountain cable car is under maintenance on Wednesdays; enter the park 1 hour early. Lake view homestays require booking 1 month in advance during peak season. • Strong UV rays by the lake; sunscreen hats and sunglasses are essential. Bring a light jacket for the cool evenings. • Choose shops with clear pricing in the ancient town to avoid overpriced "specialty" traps.

Wawushan offers free admission until the end of June, and they've newly opened a walkway that allows you to get up close to the world's highest waterfall, "Lanxi Waterfall." Only after visiting did I realize how ingeniously the walkway was built, winding from the bottom of the waterfall all the way to the very top. You'll inevitably get wet along the way, and it can be quite cold even in bright sunshine, so bring a raincoat. The Lanxi Waterfall walkway features three spectacular waterfalls. If you enter the Half Mountain Gallery from the Ancient Buddha Village cable car middle station, you'll first see "Yuanxi Waterfall," which is just as magnificent as "Lanxi Waterfall," though with a slightly smaller drop. Continue further to see both "Lanxi Waterfall" and "Yangxi Waterfall." These waterfalls are named after their source at Mandarin Duck Pool at the mountain top. Following the Lanxi Cliff walkway upward will take you to the top of the waterfall. If you're physically fit, you can participate in the official hiking challenge. The first 100 participants each day can receive a medal on-site. It's a 14-kilometer hike one way, taking about four hours to reach the summit. It's best to set aside a full day for hiking, taking photos, and enjoying the scenery. I recommend following the route shown in the last image (①②) - take two cable car segments (50 yuan each) up the mountain, then hike to the Lanxi Cliff walkway downward entrance, and continue hiking down the mountain. This saves considerable energy compared to hiking upward. From Wawushan, you can overlook Yanu Lake. There are many homestays at the foot of the mountain, typically priced around 150 yuan. It's best to plan two days for Wawushan. Along the way, you can visit Guangming Temple, Gaomiao Ancient Town, Fuxing Village, and Yanyuan Waterfall, which are covered in another post.

🏔️A 2-Day Tour Guide to Waoshan🎿 🏞️Tour Routes: Route 1 (Easy Route): Tourist Center - Jinhuaqiao Cableway (mid-mountain) - Gufoping Cableway (summit) - Yuanyang Pond - Xiang'er Resort - Lanxi Waterfall - Cliff Plank Road - Mid-mountain Gallery - Gufoping Cableway (mid-mountain) - Return. Route 2 (Challenging Route): Tourist Center - Jinhuaqiao Cableway (mid-mountain) - Gufoping Cableway (mid-mountain) - Mid-mountain Gallery - Cliff Plank Road - Lanxi Waterfall - Xiang'er Resort - Yuanyang Pond - Gufoping Cableway (summit) - Return. 🌟Recommended Attractions: Mushroom Town: Mushroom-shaped houses, a favorite among children! Xiang'er Resort: Food, snow play area, stargazing campsite, and snow entertainment projects await you! Yuanyang Pond: A large swamp pond. In winter, the frozen lake surface resembles a "Yuanyang Treasure Mirror." Cloud Cliff Phantom: Overlooking the snow-capped mountains, enjoy the breathtaking views of Buddha's light, sea of clouds, Gongga Snow Mountain, and the starry sky. 🧤Travel Tips: Non-slip shoe covers, gloves, hats, and scarves are essential! Bring a thermos; hot water is available in the scenic area. The eco-friendly toilets and washrooms on the mountain have hot water! Free ginger soup is available at the Xiang'er Resort supply station. Check the weather forecast for the day in advance; the official account updates the scenery in real time. Consider renting a sled if you are bringing children; the plank road is long but saves effort.

Explore the magical wonderland around Chengdu! 🌲✨ Wawu Mountain, a fairy tale kingdom in winter 🏰❄️ 📍Location: Located in Hongya County, Meishan City, Sichuan Province, Wawu Mountain is famous for its winter snow scenery. 🚄For high-speed rail travelers, after arriving at Meishan East Station, you can choose to take a taxi or a bus to easily reach this beautiful snowy land. 🚗Good news for self-driving enthusiasts! Whether you start your journey from near Wawu Mountain or from Chengdu, it only takes about 3 hours to drive to this dreamy destination. 🎫Ticket information: During the off-season, the adult ticket price is CNY 60; during the peak season, it is adjusted to CNY 100. Remember to plan your trip in advance! ⏰Opening hours: The best time to enter the park is from 8 am to 2 pm every day (note to avoid the restricted time period). The cable car runs from about 8 am to about 5 pm. 🏨Accommodation recommendation: If you plan to stay overnight, it is recommended to choose hotels in Wawu Mountain Town or a variety of accommodation options in Hongya County. 🍲Food guide: Although the small shops on the mountain offer some basic food such as instant noodles and grilled sausages, it is best to prepare some delicious food to bring with you to ensure sufficient energy! 🚶Tour route guide: Start from the visitor center Take the Jinhua Bridge cable car to enjoy the scenery along the way Visit attractions such as Gufoping and Zhengjue Temple Don't miss Yuanyang Pool - it's definitely worth a visit! Continue to Xiang'er Villa Then head to Yangxi Pass Finally, end a pleasant day of adventure at the Rhododendron Garden Viewing Platform 📷Special recommendation: Yuanyang Pool is a must-see place on this trip, where you can witness the breathtaking scene of the ice lake and snow scenery intertwined, as if you have entered a real world of ice and snow. Come and experience this pure and flawless beauty! 🌟 🌟Lanxi Waterfall: A winter wonder, the ice waterfall and ice curtain form a spectacular picture, like a natural work of art, breathtaking! ❄️✨ 🎈[Travel Tips] Go on an adventure on a whim! 🔍 If you want to know the weather in advance, you can follow the official account to get real-time weather information! 🧤 Don't forget to bring anti-slip gear! There are also snow shovels, snowboards, crampons and other equipment for you to choose from at the foot of the mountain, making your trip safer and more fun! 📸 In addition to taking photos, the entire tour takes about 3 hours, so remember to leave enough time to enjoy the beautiful scenery! ⛷️ The ice and snow activities on Wawu Mountain are waiting for you to challenge, and there are exciting and fun activities such as skiing at Xiang'er Villa! 🌉 Follow the trail of Xiang'er Villa, and you will see the spectacular Lanxi Waterfall! ⚠️ Note! The cable car is suspended every Wednesday for inspection, and the Lanxi Cliff Walkway will also be closed when it snows, so don't make a wasted trip!

📍Location: Wawushan Scenic Area, Meishan City, Sichuan Province 🚗Transportation: 3 hours drive from Chengdu 👍Must-visit spot: Lanxi Waterfall, with a drop of 1000 meters and an altitude of 2700 meters 🎟️Ticket information: Free admission recently, round-trip cable car costs 186 yuan 💗Other tips: Take the cable car to the top, turn left at the fork and walk down the stone steps for about 1 kilometer to Xiang'er Villa, then walk another kilometer to reach the entrance of the plank road. The plank road is about 1 kilometer long, and you can enjoy the view of Lanxi Waterfall along the way, take photos at the viewing platform, which is quite spectacular. After walking the entire plank road, walk another 3 kilometers to reach the ancient Buddha Ping cable car to descend the mountain. This route is easy, but you need to wear rain gear and outdoor anti-slip shoes.