Exploring the Mysterious Deg Fir Forest
by Isaac.Moore@47
Jul 25, 2025
🏔️Tibetan Hidden Gem! Discover Duopu Valley in Deg, Encounter Stunning Highland Waterfalls!
🌿Why Visit
The ultimate off-the-beaten-path destination in Western Sichuan! Pristine wild waterfalls + primeval forest
📍Transportation Info
Duopu Valley Scenic Area, Deg County, Ganzi Prefecture, Sichuan Province
🚗Self-drive: About 1.5 hours from Deg County town
🚌Bus: Direct scenic area shuttle departs at 8:00 daily from Deg Bus Station (30 RMB/person)
🚶♂️Itinerary Plan
1️⃣ Scenic Area Entrance ➡️ First Waterfall Viewing Platform
20-minute hike to the first waterfall group, with refreshing mist spray!
📸Tips: Best morning light, high chance of capturing waterfall rainbows
2️⃣ Forest Trail ➡️ Fairy Pool
Walk through primeval forest with fir trees draped in Spanish moss
Must-visit Fairy Pool! Emerald waters + cascading falls, a sacred site for Tibetans
🍜 Food Recommendations
Tibetan beef buns: Thin wrappers with generous filling, sold at entrance
Butter tea: Must-try authentic Tibetan flavor
Wild mushroom hotpot: Hidden gem in town after descending
⚠️Travel Tips
1. Spotty signal in scenic area - download offline maps in advance
2. Altitude 3500m+ - walk slowly and avoid strenuous activity
3. Best visiting period June-September, may be closed other seasons
📷Must-Capture Spots
1. Panorama at First Waterfall Viewing Platform
2. Reflections at Fairy Pool
3. Spanish moss-covered firs along Forest Trail
Post by Isaac.Moore@47 | Jul 25, 2025












