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Chengdu's west gate is 1.5H away|Join us for a hike in Longchi to see the high mountain rhododendrons The rhododendrons are truly dreamy when they bloom, and the road into the mountains is really rough... Hello, everyone, this is a hiking trail I've just completed. Hearing that the rhododendrons in Longchi were in full bloom, I specifically took this route. Don't miss out on hiking to see the high mountain rhododendrons, as the peak blooming period is expected to last another week!!! Navigation: Longchi National Forest Park (there is a parking lot near the destination) Admission: Free Parking fee: Free (there was no charge yesterday, but it might be 20 on weekends) Recommended Reason The closest high mountain rhododendrons to Chengdu are in full bloom, with over 400 varieties, including purple, pink, white, and the rare yellow, all blooming together. Cameras can't capture the beauty of the rhododendron forest; you have to be there to see it for yourself. The scenery along the way in Longchi National Forest Park is stunning, with a wide view from halfway up the mountain. The hiking trail includes roads, dirt paths, stone steps, forest trails, and wooden plank paths, offering a great experience. The hiking difficulty is moderate. The round trip to the rhododendron forest via the forest trail is 9.5KM. This time it took 2.5H to go up the mountain and 1.5H to come down (including time reserved for enjoying and photographing the rhododendrons). Along the hike, there are many snow bud vegetables and ferns, so if you plan to forage, remember to bring a big bag, or you won't be able to carry everything. Transportation: 1.5H from Chengdu, take the highway to the provincial road, the last 3 kilometers to the entrance of Longchi scenic area are extremely rough, and sedans need to drive slowly to avoid potholes. Meals: It is recommended to bring your own food for the hike (there are vendors selling snacks in the rhododendron forest, and there is no cell phone signal at the mountain top, so bring cash). Navigation: Download the Longchi hiking trail in advance to avoid getting lost (see P12 for the trail). Round trip hiking time for the rhododendron forest: 4-5 hours Round trip hiking time for Longchi: 6 hours Tips Regarding driving up the mountain, it is currently not allowed by the officials. To drive, you can only book lunch at a farmhouse in the scenic area, which costs 60 per person (a rip-off). After the rain, the forest dirt path can be wet and slippery, so hiking shoes and trekking poles are essential. Practice no-trace outdoors and take your trash with you.

A secret paradise reluctant to be shared, go to the wilderness to breathe fresh oxygen✅ There is a place you absolutely must not miss! Primeval forest, wild vegetables, wild fruits, wildflowers, and wild animals shuttle through the woods. Here, you can feel the beauty of being a part of nature as a human, living in harmony with the earth! ✅As a national forest park, Dragon Pool is a place you wouldn't mind visiting 100 times, allowing your eyes to bathe in the lush greenery, letting your nose enjoy the super fragrant air, taking photos with the century-old pines. This place can make you completely forget all the troubles of the city. 🌈【Location】 Dujiangyan Dragon Pool National Forest Park, Chengdu City 🚘【Transportation】 【Self-driving】: Navigate to Dragon Pool National Forest Park 【Public Transportation】: Inconvenient, self-driving is recommended. 💢【Notice】 1️⃣There are quite a few monkeys on the mountain roads, it is safer to hike in groups or with a stick, and do not hold food in your hands!! 2️⃣The mountain is 1-2 degrees cooler than the city, bring a coat, Dujiangyan is rainy, bring an extra raincoat. 3️⃣The last section of the road to Dragon Pool is in poor condition, it is recommended to drive slowly, and sedans should be driven by skilled drivers. 4️⃣Ordinary cars are not allowed up the mountain, occasionally the scenic area will allow cars to go up the mountain, depending on the situation, be prepared to hike up. 🎉🎉【Special Recommendations】 1️⃣If you love light hiking, it is recommended to park your car at the foot of the mountain and walk up, the breeze in the mountains is really refreshing. 2️⃣There is a farmhouse at the foot of the mountain where you can eat, but it is not recommended to eat before hiking, otherwise, it will be hard to climb. 3️⃣Bring your best photography equipment! Don't miss out on the lush greenery. 4️⃣You can buy wild vegetables sold at the entrance, they are mostly picked by local villagers, and it's hard to find such pure green food in the city.

Longchi National Forest Park is located within Dujiangyan City, only 84 kilometers away from Chengdu and 30 kilometers from Dujiangyan, and is one of the 20 key national-level forest parks in China. The Longchi scenic area's geomorphological structure was formed in the late Permian period. It has an ancient origin of flora and fauna, with numerous ancient fossils. Endangered tree species known as 'living fossils,' such as Davidia involucrata, Keteleeria evelyniana, silver pheasant, and Michelia maudiae, thrive here. The wildlife includes golden monkeys, giant pandas, antelopes, golden pheasants, and takins. It is acclaimed by Chinese and foreign experts as a 'gene bank of wild plants' and a 'natural paradise for animals'.

This place is really worth a visit. Now it's autumn, the scenery is even more beautiful! 🍂🍂🍂 A day trip around Chengdu, departing from Chengdu in the morning, a little over an hour's drive can reach Longchi. All the way up the mountain, feel the breath of autumn, enjoy the gift of nature. 🌲🌲🌲 Longchi National Forest Park has magnificent natural scenery, mountains and rivers depend on each other, autumn is even more colorful, very suitable for a day trip. Here is the lake of tranquility, the lake is quiet, like a poem and painting. You can take a walk by the lake, or rent a small boat to cruise on the lake, feel the tranquility and freedom. 🌄🌄🌄 In addition to the lake, there are also majestic mountains, dense forests, peculiar stone scenery and other natural scenery, which make people linger and forget to return. You can bring a tent and camp here to enjoy the night of nature. 📸📸📸 This is also a paradise for photography enthusiasts. Whether it's the grandeur of mountains and rivers, or the colorful autumn leaves, you can find inspiration here. Remember to bring a camera and record this beautiful day. 🍽️🍽️🍽️ Around Longchi, there are also some farmhouses and restaurants where you can taste local delicacies such as roast whole lamb and wild vegetables. You can also bring back some local products, such as walnuts and dried kiwi. 🍁🍁🍁 Autumn is one of the best seasons to go to Longchi. Bring your family and friends and come here to feel the charm of nature!