Autumn's Stunning Secret in Arxan

Golden, fairy-tale-like Arxan autumn is here🍁, taking over my entire autumn phone wallpaper! Here's a super detailed guide to Arxan National Forest Park—save it now~

📸 Must-visit spots guide:
📍 Tuofengling Tianchi (Camel Peak Heavenly Lake)
A sapphire hidden deep in the forest💎, climbing to the top requires 998 steps but it's absolutely worth it! Best to go in the morning for the best light (accessible by sightseeing bus within the park)

📍 Rhododendron Lake
The lake reflects the colorful forest like a spilled palette🎨, the lakeside boardwalk is perfect for shooting autumn masterpieces (open anytime during business hours)

📍 Shitanglin (Stone Pond Forest)
Asia’s largest volcanic lava landscape🌋, the dark brown stone sea contrasts strikingly with golden larch leaves (recommend reserving 1 hour for touring)

📍 Santan Gorge
A secret spot upstream of the Haraha River🏞, emerald pools paired with red leaves are breathtaking (about 40 minutes on foot)

🍂 Travel tips:
1️⃣ Buy the sightseeing bus ticket! The park is huge and walking will make you question your life choices (ticket included in the 275 RMB package)
2️⃣ Bring a down jacket! Early October temperatures in the mountains are around 0°C❄️
3️⃣ Drones must be registered in advance; some areas are no-fly zones
4️⃣ Recommended to stay at the Tianchi Service Area inside the park for easy sunrise and sea of clouds viewing

🚗 Transportation guide:
Plane: Arxan Yiershi Airport is 60 km from the park (taxi about 150 RMB)
Train: Daily tourist trains run direct from Shenyang/Changchun to Arxan Station
Self-drive: About 4 hours from Ulanhot direction

🏡 Accommodation recommendations:
Inside the park: Tianchi Resort Hotel (open your window to the forest)
City options: Arxan St. Petersburg Hotel (unique Russian style)

(Note: The 275 RMB ticket includes the sightseeing bus. Remember to bring your ID and warm clothes~)

Post by Thaddeus_lucy | Oct 5, 2025