Insider Tips! Lesser-Known Photo Spots of Gongga Snow Mountain Revealed, Avoid the Crowds and Capture Stunning Shots​

If you have already visited popular spots like Lenggacuo and Zimei Yakou, these lesser-known shooting locations that even local guides might not know about will definitely make your Gongga trip more unique!
​​【Theme Route: Secret Realm Exploration】​​
🌄In-Depth Photography Route:
D1: Chengdu → Shade → Yulong West Village
D2: Lenggacuo → Lisuo Lake → Quanhua Beach
D3: Zimei Yakou → Bawang Lake → Caoke
📷Lesser-Known Photo Spots Route:
D1: Jiagenba → Yaha Yakou → Calcified Slope
D2: San'en Lake → Heishicheng → Xinduqiao
​✅Hidden Activities Confirmed​
​Lisuo Lake Adventure​: This alpine lake is more off-the-beaten-path than Lenggacuo, with clearer reflections and fewer tourists.
​Heishicheng Starry Sky​: Capture the Gongga starry sky at the black stone piles near Xinduqiao, with a uniquely stunning foreground.
​Calcified Slope Creation​: The calcified slope at Jiagenba glows golden under the autumn sun, making it an excellent foreground.
​🏡Accommodation Recommendations​
►Top Choice for Photographers​: Tibetan guesthouse in Yulong West Village, convenient for early morning shoots at Lenggacuo.
►Comfort Option​: Photography-themed hotel in Xinduqiao, well-equipped.
​⚠️Avoid Pitfalls​
→Secret realm hikes require a local guide; do not go alone.
→Weather on the plateau changes rapidly; keep an eye on the forecast.
→Protect the environment; do not damage natural features like the calcified slope.
The autumn beauty of Gongga requires careful discovery, and these lesser-known spots will bring you a uniquely breathtaking experience!

Post by Mia Sinclair | Oct 16, 2025