Autumn Nordic Fairy Tale, Ulan Butong Healing Journey

Autumn Nordic Fairy Tale, Ulan Butong Healing Journey
Autumn in Ulan Butong feels like a Nordic fairy tale straight out of a movie. The golden grasslands resemble a sprawling oil painting, with waves of grass rolling in the wind, instantly bringing a long-lost sense of peace and healing.
This time, I chose a combination of self-driving and light hiking, and the entire trip was arranged very smoothly. Below is my detailed personal guide; friends planning to go, be sure to save it!
✨Itinerary:
7:30 Departure -> 🚗 2h drive to Ulan Butong entrance -> 9:50 Enter the scenic area -> 🚶‍♀️ 10:30 Arrive at Princess Lake -> 🍂 12:00 Picnic deep in the grassland -> 15:00 Check-in at Aobao Tu -> 17:00 Arrive at the film base before sunset.
📸 Must-visit spots: Princess Lake reflections, Aobao Tu grassland, film base birch forest
🌄 Recommended attractions: Ulan Butong grassland, Aobao Tu, film base
🚙 Transportation: Self-driving recommended, direct navigation, good road conditions
🏡 Accommodation suggestion: Homestays near the scenic area for a better experience
🎟 Ticket info: About 120 RMB in peak season, discounts in off-season
🎉 Tips:
- The depths of Princess Lake are a must-visit; the golden forest there looks just like abroad, you’ll regret missing it!
- Don’t just take photos by the main road, go deeper for completely different scenery!
📌 Practical Tips:
❶ Big temperature difference, bring down jackets and sweaters
❷ Sunscreen is essential, autumn UV rays are still strong
❸ Bright-colored clothes look better in photos
❹ It’s windy, remember to bring hats and scarves
❺ Bring your own thermos, hot water is inconvenient inside the scenic area
❻ For picnics, bring a thermos and snacks for full atmosphere
❼ Best photo times: 10 AM and 5 PM
❽ Book homestays in advance, popular times fill up quickly
❾ Download offline maps beforehand, some areas have poor signal
❿ Protect the environment, carry out your trash
📷 Photo date: Mid-October 2023
Autumn in Ulan Butong really feels like being abroad, every shot looks like a masterpiece. Do you have plans to go? Or if you’ve been, feel free to share your experience in the comments!