Naizigou is legendary! 80 miles of free colorful forests, as if God spilled a palette

In Tibetan, Naizigou means "beautiful and fertile," hiding the most stunning autumn romance in western Sichuan. From the Dagu Glacier stretching all the way to the Yakesha Snow Mountain, 80 miles of colorful forests look like they’ve been splashed with paint—layers of bright red, golden yellow, and deep green. Driving through, the breeze carries the fresh scent of grass and trees, and every snapshot is wallpaper-worthy.

📍Must-stop magical viewpoints

• Qicai Jiazu: A colorful Tibetan village nestled in the colorful forest. The viewing platform at the village entrance offers panoramic shots, with red maples and colorful houses creating a fully healing vibe.

• Yangrong Hade: Tibetan wooden houses surrounded by prayer flags. Climb to the high viewing platform to see the Tibetan village, colorful forest, and distant snow peaks all in one frame.

• Yamai Lake: The lake is like a mirror, reflecting the colorful forest and blue sky on its surface. The symmetrical scene is breathtaking.

✅Essential preparations before the trip

• Timing: Late October to mid-November is peak season when the leaves are most vibrant. Choose sunny days for the best photos.

• Transportation: Self-driving is preferred; the S302 provincial road allows stopping anytime along the way. For those without a car, take a bus from Chengdu to Heishui, then transfer to an official tourist shuttle (30 RMB/person).

• Clothing: Bring a windbreaker and a light down jacket as temperatures vary greatly between morning and evening. Bring a red scarf—it pairs perfectly with the colorful forest for photos.

⚠️Key tips to avoid pitfalls

• Don’t believe the “paid admission” rumors! All colorful forest spots are free. Drivers selling tickets are scams.

• Be cautious about restaurants at the park entrance; Tibetan hotpot there can be outrageously priced. It’s more authentic and affordable to eat at the Yangrong Hade guesthouse.

• Don’t park where no-parking signs are posted on the roadside, or you’ll get a ticket. All scenic spots have free parking lots.

🌟Surprises hidden in the details
Stay a night at Gar Manor, watch the morning mist weave through the colorful forest; in the evening, enjoy stone slab barbecue in the Tibetan village paired with sea buckthorn drinks to cut the richness. If you meet villagers, ask for a cup of butter tea and listen to their stories about the changing seasons of the colorful forest. This is the true way to experience western Sichuan. Naizigou Village