Best Route for Canyon Exploration

Come visit Huixian Guan Mountain National Geopark! This natural treasure of Henan combines Danxia landforms, waterfall clusters, and primeval forests, making it perfect for summer escapes and hiking adventures🏞️

🌟Must-Visit Spots in Guan Mountain:
1️⃣Red Stone Canyon: The orange-red Danxia cliffs glowing in sunlight are breathtaking. Arrive before 9 AM for the best photo lighting📸
2️⃣Tianhe Waterfall Cluster: A series of 7 cascading waterfalls, especially spectacular during rainy season. Wear non-slip shoes as rocks near water are slippery.
3️⃣Cliffside Walkway: A 1.5 km-long suspended path offering stunning panoramic canyon views.
4️⃣Primeval Forest Zone: Features ancient oaks over 300 years old, with shaded and comfortable trails.

🍜Food Recommendations:
✔️Must-try at the park entrance’s "Mountain Delicacies Farmhouse": Wild mushroom stewed free-range chicken and acorn jelly (about ¥50 per person).
✔️On the way down, stop by "Stone Gate Reservoir Fish Restaurant" for rainbow trout prepared three ways (best for groups of 4+).

🏡Accommodation Tips:
✅Splurge on Guan Mountain Resort Hotel inside the park with mountain views (off-season rates from ¥400/night).
✅Budget-friendly option: "White Cloud Homestay" 3 km outside the park, clean rooms with bonfire parties (¥100-150).

⚠️Practical Tips:
1️⃣Opt for combo tickets with shuttle service (saves 2 hours of hiking).
2️⃣Qiang ethnic song and dance performances every Saturday night in July-August.
3️⃣Bring a light jacket—cave areas are only 18°C.
4️⃣Drones require prior approval; some zones are no-fly areas.

🚗Transport:
Drive from Zhengzhou in 2 hours (navigate to "Guan Mountain National Geopark East Gate").
Or take Zhengzhou-Huixian bus (¥35), then a 30-minute taxi to the park.