Colorful Forest in September, Picking Mushrooms with Kids and Encountering the Taste of Autumn on the Grassland

Autumn is here🍁 Want to know how to unlock a different kind of autumn fun with your kids at Shenxian Valley Colorful Forest International Tourism Resort? Follow my steps and let's start this wonderful journey together!

📍Scenic Spot Address: Lamabolo Village, Datan Town, Fengning Manchu Autonomous County, Chengde City, Hebei Province

🚗Transportation:

- Self-driving: Depart from Beijing via Jingli Expressway, it takes about 4 hours to reach. The scenery along the way is beautiful, and you can feel the deepening autumn atmosphere on the road~
- Public Transport: Take the high-speed train to Chengde first, then transfer to a tourist bus or taxi. However, self-driving is more convenient and flexible!

🎫Ticket Information: Buying tickets online one day in advance is more cost-effective. Adult tickets are 120 RMB, children under 1.2 meters are free.

🌟Must-try Activities:

- Forest Mini Train: A must-ride! The "clank clank" sound as it shuttles between birch forests and flower seas, the scenery along the way is picturesque, as if entering a fairy tale world. Kids sitting by the window will be wide-eyed with wonder!
- Mushroom Street Picking: September is a great time for mushroom picking! Bring a small basket and search for wild mushrooms with your children on Mushroom Street, experiencing nature’s gifts. Remember to learn in advance which mushrooms are safe to pick to avoid mistakes~
- Forest Ranch: This place is a paradise for cute animals! Alpacas, sika deer, and ponies are all super adorable and friendly. Kids holding carrots surrounded by a group of little deer—such a heartwarming scene!
- Glass Walkway: Suspended 10 meters above the treetops, take your kids for an exciting experience and enjoy a 360° panoramic view of the forest and grassland. But be sure to pay attention to safety and prepare your children mentally in advance~

🍱Food Recommendations:

- Roasted Whole Lamb: Crispy skin with tender and juicy meat inside. The whole family sitting together, eating big bites of meat, so satisfying!
- Guocha (Pot Tea): Rich milk tea poured over fried rice and milk strips, paired with hand-pulled meat. One bite warms your heart.
- Camel Meat Pie: Crispy crust with a full meaty aroma. Kids can easily eat several!

🏠Accommodation Suggestions:

- Squirrel Inn Family Room: The room is decorated super cozy with cute squirrel elements everywhere. Kids won’t want to leave once they enter, plus there are many thoughtful family-friendly items!
- Forest Wooden Villa: If your budget allows, you must try this. Open the window to the forest, fall asleep to the sound of insects at night, and wake up to sunshine and birdsong in the morning. So delightful!

📅Two-Day Itinerary:

- Day 1: Drive from Beijing in the morning, arrive at the scenic spot by noon, take the mini train to Yunting Pavilion, enjoy a cold meal by the lake and relax; in the afternoon, take photos on the glass walkway, then go mushroom picking on Mushroom Street, and feed deer at the forest ranch; in the evening, enjoy a roasted whole lamb feast, join the bonfire party and fireworks show to feel the lively atmosphere.
- Day 2: Have breakfast with the deer early in the morning (remember to book in advance), then visit the Manchu Culture Park to try archery and DIY Sachima; after lunch, drive to China Horse Town to watch equestrian performances. On the way back, don’t forget to buy some milk tablets, beef jerky, and other souvenirs~

⚠️Helpful Tips:

- Be sure to bring thick jackets for the kids, as the temperature difference between day and night here can be 15°C, and it gets quite cold at night.
- It’s necessary to take the sightseeing shuttle within the park; otherwise, walking all day with kids will be really tiring.
- Food for feeding cute animals can be purchased inside the park, or you can bring some clean vegetables yourself, but don’t feed them too much~

Bring your little ones to Shenxian Valley Colorful Forest and start an unforgettable autumn journey!💖