40min Direct from Chengdu to Pick Oranges with Unbeatable Views, Perfect for Family Hiking
by Carter Nicholas Nick
Oct 21, 2025
Weekend Light Hike|A hidden gem route just 40 minutes from Shuangliu, Chengdu, easy enough for little kids to complete 🏃
This hiking trail in Shuangliu is our favorite spot for a second visit! Only a 40-minute drive from the South Gate, the entire route is paved and beginner-friendly, making it easy to complete with kids (personally tested with a 3-year-old walking the whole way independently)~
📍Route Highlights:
1️⃣ Rich Scenery: Enjoy lush forests and diverse tree species along the way, every snapshot looks like a nature masterpiece
2️⃣ High Safety: Fully paved road with gentle slopes and no dangerous sections
3️⃣ Complete Facilities: Parking lot and restrooms near the starting point
4️⃣ Moderate Duration: About 2 hours total, moderate physical exertion without tiring your legs
👶 Tips for Hiking with Kids:
- Recommend preparing a small water bottle and snacks for your child
- Best in spring and autumn; in summer, start before 9 AM or after 4 PM
- You might encounter some small insects on the way, bring a small observation box to cultivate your child's interest in nature
🍴 Nearby Food Recommendations:
1. Farmhouse restaurant near the hiking endpoint (must-try signature firewood chicken)
2. Huangjia Mutton (a bowl of mutton soup in winter is super warming)
3. Qiao Yi Qiao Specialty Restaurant (authentic Shuangliu flavors)
🚗 Transportation Guide:
Search "Shuangliu xx Hiking Start Point" on navigation (specific location can be shared via private message), parking fee is 10 RMB/day. You can also take Metro Line 3 to Shuangliu Station and then a 15-minute taxi ride.
Our hiking club has completed this route over 140 times, and there’s always something new to discover! Perfect for Chengdu families wanting a light outdoor trip without traveling too far. Save it now~
Post by Carter Nicholas Nick | Oct 21, 2025























