Fuping, Hebei! Unlock the Hidden Deep Autumn "Secret Level" in the Taihang Mountains' Colorful Forest Fairy Tale

Dear friends! Fuping in Hebei hides a deep autumn "hidden level" in the Taihang Mountains. In late October, the eastern foothills of the Taihang Mountains turn completely colorful. At Tiensheng Bridge, you can "see four seasons on one mountain," Qianfeng Mountain is covered with red maples as far as the eye can see, and the ancient village of Sanyanzhai is nestled in the autumn forest. For just 80 yuan per person, you can immerse yourself in the autumn scenery. Here's a quick guide~

🍁 Must-visit! 3 Core Autumn Viewing Areas

1. Tiensheng Bridge Scenic Area: One Mountain, Four Seasons

Highlights: The "Colorful Forest Museum" deep in the Taihang Mountains, where the altitude difference makes the mountain look like different seasons — golden larch at the foot, fiery red maples at mid-level, and lingering snow at the top. "One mountain, four seasons; ten miles, different colors" is no exaggeration!
How to enjoy: Take the scenic area shuttle bus (20 yuan/person) to the top, then hike down (5 km total, about 2 hours). Along the way, watch waterfalls splashing among the colorful forest and capture stunning shots of "waterfalls and red leaves in the same frame." Take photos under Tiensheng Bridge (a natural karst stone bridge) where light and shadow through the arch create a great atmosphere.
Tips: Wear non-slip shoes as some paths are slippery with fallen leaves; arrive before 10 AM for the richest colors in slanting sunlight.

2. Qianfeng Mountain: Red Maples Dye the Ridge

Highlights: Few people and wild scenery, thousands of acres of red maples and oaks dye the ridge in red and gold. Hiking the mountain paths feels like walking inside an oil painting.
How to enjoy: Navigate to "Qianfeng Mountain Hiking Start Point," climb the mountain along a gravel road (3 km total, about 1.5 hours). The summit offers a broad view overlooking the Taihang Mountains covered in colorful forests. Bring a drone for aerial shots; the ridge line outlined by colorful trees looks like a giant dragon — the visuals are stunning.
Tips: It’s windy at the top, bring a light jacket; don’t hike after 3 PM as the mountain path has no lights to avoid hiking in the dark.

3. Sanyanzhai: Ancient Village Hidden in the Autumn Forest

Highlights: Ming and Qing dynasty ancient village embraced by colorful forests, stone houses and old locust trees appear faintly among the red leaves. At dusk, with smoke rising from cooking fires, it feels like a paradise.
How to enjoy: Park at the village entrance and walk into the village (1 km stone path). Watch villagers drying autumn harvests (corn, hawthorn spread in the courtyard), chat with elders to hear ancient village stories. By the creek near the village, take photos of the "ancient bridge + red leaf reflections" — a 100% chance of great shots.
Tips: No restaurants in the village, bring your own snacks; respect the ancient buildings and don’t touch old items.

📌 Fuping Autumn Viewing Comprehensive Guide

• Transportation: Self-driving is recommended (2.5 hours from Shijiazhuang, 4 hours from Beijing), travel time between scenic spots is 30-60 minutes. For public transport, take a bus from Shijiazhuang or Baoding bus station to Fuping County (about 2 hours, 30 yuan/person), then hire a car to the scenic spots (about 200 yuan/day).

• Tickets: Tiensheng Bridge Scenic Area 50 yuan/person, Qianfeng Mountain and Sanyanzhai free. Total cost about 80 yuan per person.

• Accommodation: Stay in Fuping County hotels (100-150 yuan/night, good conditions) or farmhouse inns near Tiensheng Bridge (80 yuan/night, with local farmhouse meals recommended, especially stewed firewood chicken at 60 yuan/serving, tender meat and fresh soup).

• Food: In the county, try "Fuping Shaobing" (2 yuan each, delicious with smoked meat) and "Mountain Mushroom Stir-fry" (40 yuan/plate, so fresh it’s amazing). Bring some bread and fruit to the scenic spots for energy.

• Best Time: Late October to early November, when autumn is at its peak and red maples and yellow leaves are most vibrant.

Fuping in late autumn truly hides the ultimate beauty of the Taihang Mountains. Few people, beautiful scenery, and affordable prices — take advantage of the perfect autumn scenery and quickly unlock this "hidden level"~