Plan Your Jiuzhaigou Autumn Trip

This article is all you need to plan your trip to Jiuzhaigou to see the colorful autumn foliage.
Let's meet in Jiuzhaigou this year and experience the most stunning autumn scenery 🍁
Jiuzhaigou is about to enter its most beautiful season of colorful forests 🍁, with the golden autumn hues lasting for only about 30 days.
For those planning a trip, here’s a personally curated guide on the best times and must-visit spots 🕳️
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🕛 Best Time to View the Colorful Forests
🔸10/15-10/20: Leaves gradually turn red and yellow, creating a vibrant mix of red, yellow, and green, like a painting.
🔸10/20-11/15: Red leaves reach their peak, covering the mountains like blazing flames.
🔸After 11/15: Red leaves start to fall, leaving only traces of autumn.
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✅ Jiuzhaigou Autumn Weather & Outfit Suggestions
☀️ Weather: Mostly sunny, with temperatures ranging from 0-18°C and significant day-night temperature differences.
🧣 Outfit: Opt for brown, red, and coffee-colored clothing, such as plush coats, long skirts, scarves, sweaters, and wool hats for a perfect photo vibe.
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🍁 Must-Visit Autumn Spots in Jiuzhaigou
1️⃣ Five Flower Lake:
Colorful forests reflect on the blue-green lake, resembling a natural palette.
📌 Tips: Arrive at the Tiger Mouth Viewing Platform before 10 AM for a panoramic view. The west-side boardwalk is narrow, so visit early.
2️⃣ Arrow Bamboo Lake:
Stroll under the colorful forests, and you might spot small animals by the lake. Perfect for autumn photos.
📌 Tips: Take the inner boardwalk for closer access to the water and capture stunning moments.
3️⃣ Shuzheng Lakes:
Terraced lakes surrounded by colorful forests create a scene straight out of a painting.
📌 Tips: Visit after 3 PM for softer lighting and climb the viewing platform for a breathtaking view.
4️⃣ Long Lake:
Snow-capped mountains, colorful forests, and the lake form a magnificent picture with strong visual impact.
📌 Tips: Walk down the boardwalk to the lakeside for a closer experience of autumn tranquility.
5️⃣ Reed Lake:
Blue waters meander through golden reeds, showcasing the autumn-exclusive "jade belt" phenomenon.
📌 Tips: A 40-minute walk; recommended to take photos 300 meters uphill from Bonsai Beach.
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❗️ Currently, you can travel to Jiuzhaigou by car or high-speed train. Train tickets are in high demand, so book in advance. If unavailable, consider traveling by car.
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✅ Recommended Itineraries for Viewing the Colorful Forests

👉 Option 1: 2-Day Jiuzhaigou High-Speed Train Round Trip
🚄 Day 1: Chengdu East Station—Huanglong Jiuzhai Station—Huanglong—Jiuzhaigou Entrance
🚄 Day 2: Jiuzhaigou Scenic Area—Huanglong Jiuzhai Station—Chengdu East Station

👉 Option 2: 3-Day Jiuzhaigou and Huanglong Car Tour
Day 1: Chengdu—Dujiangyan/Panda Park—Jiuzhaigou
Day 2: Full-day Jiuzhaigou Tour
Day 3: Jiuzhaigou Entrance—Huanglong—Chengdu
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🌟 Flexible train schedules, no group tour constraints
🌟 Private vehicle, customized itinerary based on your dates
🌟 No waiting for shared rides, more time to explore the scenic spots
🌟 Local Chengdu travel agency, welcoming visitors from Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Macau
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✅ If you're excited about a Jiuzhaigou trip, 💌👇 DM "Number of People + Route" for more details.
For other Chengdu/Le Shan/Dujiangyan itineraries, feel free to reach out anytime ❤️