Taihang 50km Hiking｜Two Days One Night Light Pack Beautiful Route

Majestic Taihang Mountains 800 li⛰️ Today I’m sharing my 2-day 1-night light pack hiking guide～

🚩Day 1 Itinerary:
Mawu Village (8:00) → Yixiantian Gorge → Baodu Village (Supply Station) → Xilian Temple → No-Light Tunnel (Thrilling) → Xiyagou → Zhanggou (Overnight at 20:00)
📌Total Distance: 30km
⌛Duration: 12 hours
🥾Difficulty: ⭐⭐⭐
✨Highlights: Yixiantian sheer cliff gorge, 500m no-light tunnel challenge!

Tips:
- Baodu Village and Xilian Temple have supplies (10:00-16:00)
- Zhanggou farmhouse stay costs about 50 RMB per person, booking in advance recommended
- Bring a headlamp/flashlight🔦

🚩Day 2 Itinerary:
Zhanggou (7:00) → Wangmangling (Stunning sunrise) → Kulong Mountain → Shuangru Peak → Dishuizhai (Supply Station) → Hankou Village (Finish at 15:30)
📌Total Distance: 20km
⌛Duration: 8.5 hours
🥾Difficulty: ⭐⭐⭐
✨Highlights: Wangmangling sunrise sea of clouds, unique Shuangru Peak landscape!

Tips:
- Dishuizhai supply station (9:00-14:00) offers light meals
- Hankou Village has car services back to Xinxiang (about 60 RMB per person)
- Recommended to bring trekking poles

💡Gear List:
20L light backpack
Hiking shoes (non-slip!)
Sun hat + sunscreen
2L water bladder
Energy bars x5

Truly one of the most beautiful hiking routes in South Taihang🌄 This route features the thrilling no-light tunnel and the breathtaking sunrise at Wangmangling! Completing 50km brings a great sense of achievement!

Post by Evelyn Hayes Evelyn39 | Aug 29, 2025