Set off for the Hundred-Mile Sky Road in Chengde and encounter the poetry and distant beauty above the clouds
by J. Jessica 33
Sep 17, 2025
Driving through the Hundred Miles Sky Road will give you the most authentic grassland experience.
🏕️Must-visit attractions:
📍Willow Gully Sparse Tree Grassland
It's like a scene straight out of a Hayao Miyazaki animation! July-August is when the grassland is at its most beautiful, with pink wildflowers contrasting against vast birch forests - every shot is postcard-perfect.
📍Qiansongba Forest Park
Ticket: 120 RMB/person
Recommended visit duration: 3 hours
Average summer temperature is just 17°C - perfect for escaping the heat. Bring a jacket as mountain winds can be chilly.
📍Yellow Flower Island
Breathtaking natural scenery! The view from the cliff overlooking the river valley is spectacular. Ideal for sunset watching (best light after 6pm).
💡Practical tips:
1. The Hundred Miles Sky Road spans about 100km - plan at least a 2-day, 1-night trip.
2. Best driving season is June-September; grass turns yellow by October.
3. No shops in the scenic area - bring enough water and snacks.
4. Huge temperature difference between day and night - pack both down jackets and sunscreen.
🏨Accommodation recommendations:
1. Sky Road Grassland Yurt Camp (stay right on the grassland)
2. Fengning Colorful Forest International Hotel (best facilities)
Don't miss the local grassland specialties: hand-held mutton, oat flour nests, grassland shallots... all served in generous portions!
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