Current snow situation at Changbai Mountain on October 19, any help is appreciated…

Changbai Mountain is truly beautiful! It has already started snowing❄️
Rime drifting, snow hotpot, snowmobiles…
Definitely worth a visit!!
I've summarized some very common pitfalls for everyone!
You must memorize them!!
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The key is that there are fewer tourists now! No crowds, no long lines, no fighting for photo spots—this is truly the golden time for off-peak travel✌️
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⏰【Best seasons and times to visit】
👉Autumn foliage: In late October, you can still catch the tail end of autumn🍁 and see the colorful forests
👉First snow❄️ experience: Like this year, snow starts in mid-October, so you can enjoy the beauty of two seasons at once
👉Fewer people, beautiful scenery: The National Day peak is over, and the winter holiday hasn’t started yet, so visitor numbers drop significantly, doubling the enjoyment
👉Stable weather: Compared to winter when heavy snow⚠️ often closes the park, late October weather is relatively stable, increasing the chances of seeing the Heavenly Lake🌊
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🚦【Transportation guide】
🚄High-speed rail is super convenient:
The Shenyang–Baishan high-speed rail is now open, taking only ⌚️4.5 hours from Beijing to Changbai Mountain, and just 2 hours from Shenyang! After getting off the train, you can seamlessly connect to the park shuttle bus—really easy to go anytime
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🚗Choose your own driving route:
✅Northern route: Jilin, Dunhua to the North Slope
✅Southern route: Huinan, Jingyu to the West Slope
✅Central route: Huadian directly to the North Slope
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‼️【Changbai Mountain tips】
🏔️North Slope:
Suitable for: First-time visitors, families with children, those with tight schedules👭
Heavenly Lake viewing: Take the cable car🚡 directly to save time and effort! The viewing platform is spacious and great for photos👍
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🏔️West Slope (best views):
Suitable for: Photography enthusiasts, young people who like hiking
Heavenly Lake viewing: Requires climbing 1,442 steps🥱, but offers the widest view with an unobstructed panorama of the lake
Note: Often closed due to strong winds, so be sure to check the weather⛅️ before going
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🏔️South Slope (less crowded):
Suitable for: Visitors seeking pristine nature and tranquility
Open season: Only open from July to October each year, late October is the last chance!
Advantage: Closer to the lake surface, fewest visitors, enjoy peaceful moments alone
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⚠️【Important notes】
1️⃣ Changbai Mountain requires real-name reservation🆔 for tickets, be sure to buy online at the official "Changbai Mountain" website in advance, no tickets sold on site!
2️⃣ Heavenly Lake is at high altitude with variable weather, always check the park’s opening notices📢 before traveling to avoid wasted trips
3️⃣ Dress in layers: thermal underwear + sweater + windproof jacket; shoes should be warm and non-slip; gloves and hats are essential
4️⃣ Try to take the first cable car in the morning to avoid crowds and increase the chance of seeing the lake
5️⃣ It’s recommended to plan at least 2 days; if you can’t see the lake on the first day due to weather, you have another chance the next day
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🚗4-day Changbai Mountain itinerary (customizable, with car service)👇
Day 1: Airport/train station pickup - Wanda Resort - free activities
Day 2: Erdaobaihe Town - Changbai Mountain North Slope - Erdaobaihe Town
Day 3: Erdaobaihe Town - Rime drifting - Xueling - Yanji
Day 4: Yanji - Korean Folk Village - Yanji