【Daxing'anling Autumn Travel Guide｜A Golden Forest Sea Appointment in September-October】

🍁 When the autumn breeze sweeps across the ridges of the Daxing'anling Mountains, it becomes a palette spilled by the gods—dark green pine needles as the base, bright yellow birch forests splashed on, red hues spreading from the sweetgum trees, and the air filled with the fresh sweetness of pine resin and wild fruits. This limited-time autumn guide will help you unlock the proper way to experience Daxing'anling.

🍂 Must-See Autumn Highlights

- Birch Forest Secret Realm: In Moerdaoga National Forest Park, vast stretches of birch trees stand straight like swords. Sunlight filters through the branches casting dappled shadows, and the rustling of fallen leaves underfoot creates cinematic scenes with every snapshot.
- Reindeer Interaction Experience: Visit the Oroqen Reindeer Tribe in Aoluguya, get up close with gentle reindeer, feed them moss, and watch them stroll through the forest with their branched antlers, as if stepping into a Nordic fairy tale.
- Longjiang First Bend: Climb high to overlook the bend of the Heilongjiang River, where the blue river winds through golden forests like a ribbon. The Russian mountains on the opposite bank appear faintly, and the sunrise shrouded in mist is a visual feast.
- Wild Berry Picking: Blueberries, lingonberries, and wild hawthorns are everywhere in the forest. Follow local guides to pick and eat fresh berries on the spot, enjoying the sweet and sour taste of autumn’s freshness.

🚗 Practical Itinerary Reference (3-4 Days)

- Day 1: Arrive in Hailar → Drive to Erguna → Evening stroll at Erguna Wetland, watch the sunset dye the riverbank red
- Day 2: Head to Moerdaoga → Trek through the birch forest → Stay in a forest cabin, stargaze at night
- Day 3: Visit the Oroqen Reindeer Tribe → Check in at the reindeer park → Afternoon trip to Beiji Village (if time permits)
- Day 4: Sunrise at Longjiang First Bend → Return to Hailar

📌 Essential Pre-Trip Tips

- Clothing: September mornings and evenings can have a temperature difference of over 10℃, so bring a windbreaker, light sweater, and comfortable hiking shoes (slip resistance is important due to fallen leaves in the forest).
- Transportation: It’s recommended to rent a car or join a tour group. Some scenic spots are remote, so check road conditions in advance if driving yourself; there is no signal in the forest area, so agree on meeting points with your companions beforehand.
- Accommodation: Moerdaoga offers forest cabin homestays, Erguna has Russian-style log houses. Booking in advance on Trip.com can get you discounts, and some homestays include forest guide services.
- Notes: Open flames are prohibited in the forest; do not pick unknown wild fruits casually; respect the customs of the local Oroqen people and move gently when interacting with reindeer.

As the autumn wind blows, the leaves in Daxing'anling are turning yellow one by one. This forest sea journey doesn’t have to wait for “free time”—open Trip.com now, book your tickets and homestays, and let the first fallen leaf of autumn fall on your trip.