Head to Western Sichuan at the end of October! 5 hidden spots for colorful forests with a 4-day loop itinerary

Autumn in Western Sichuan is stunning beyond what your camera can capture! Late October to mid-November is the best time to enjoy the colorful forests. Save this secret guide.

Yala Snow Mountain (3,500m) is a must-visit, with colorful forests right at the entrance leading to the snow mountain. Camping requires advance reservation. After taking the sightseeing bus to the top, hike or ride a horse 2 kilometers to see the breathtaking Haizi Lake; Juli Temple Pass (4,100m) is close to Xinduqiao, where you can admire the golden sunlight on Gongga Mountain. You can drive there and even bring your own table and chairs to enjoy the view.

Sequka Village (3,300m) is hidden beneath the snow mountain, with colorful forests so beautiful they will move your heart; Kangding Airport Road (4,100m) can be reached via National Highway 434 or 318, with Gongga Mountain views along the way after parking at the open grassland; Gunong Village (3,800m) is accessible by car, where you can see the full view of Yala Snow Mountain by the creek, accompanied by cows and sheep for a super healing experience.

4-day worry-free loop: Day 1 Chengdu - Kangding - National Highway 434 - Honghaizi - Airport Road - Stinco - Xinduqiao; Day 2 Xinduqiao - Jiagenba - Juli Temple Pass - stay in Jiagenba; Day 3 Jiagenba - Gunong Village - Balang Shendu - stay in Bamei; Day 4 Tagong - Yala Snow Mountain, return to Chengdu via Danba or Highway 434.

I can help organize the specific navigation info for these spots and camping reservation methods into a checklist for your convenience. Would you like that?

Post by ViktorTempus | Oct 26, 2025