After enduring the hardships of Liupan Mountain, I’m back. Sisters planning to go, please be cautious, or you might regret it!

Liupan Mountain spans the southern part of Ningxia and is a rare forest ecological area in Northwest China as well as a famous red tourism destination, combining natural scenery with cultural history. I have prepared a practical travel guide for Liupan Mountain to help you better plan your trip.

🏞️ Liupan Mountain Travel Guide

✨ Highlights of the Trip

· Unique blend of "red" and "green": Liupan Mountain not only boasts rare pristine forest ecology in Northwest China (with over 80% forest coverage), known as the "Green Pearl on the Loess Plateau" and a "Natural Oxygen Bar," but also carries the historical memory of the Chinese Workers' and Peasants' Red Army’s Long March. You can experience both the grandeur of nature and the weight of history in one trip.
· Cool summer at 18℃: Liupan Mountain has an average annual temperature of only 5.8℃, making summers very cool. It is a famous summer resort, and in 2025, its summer route was successfully selected as a "Beautiful Countryside Leisure Tourism Route (Summer)" by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs.
· Deep cultural experience: The itinerary covers a wide range of experiences, from the summer retreat of Genghis Khan at Liangdian Gorge to the Silk Road cultural treasure Xumi Mountain Grottoes, as well as Hui ethnic customs and Long March red culture, offering rich and diverse content.

📌 Basic Information

Best Travel Seasons:

· Spring and summer (April to October): Especially mid-April to May, when mountain flowers bloom (peach blossoms, spring flowers, pear blossoms, etc.); summer (July to August) is cool and perfect for escaping the heat.
· Autumn: Clear skies and refreshing air with colorful forests, offering a unique charm.

Recommended Duration: 2-3 days to comfortably explore the core scenic areas.

🗺️ Overview of Liupan Mountain’s Main Scenic Areas

The table below summarizes the basic information of Liupan Mountain’s two core scenic areas to help you quickly understand their features.

Feature Dimension | Liupan Mountain National Forest Park (Natural Ecology) | Liupan Mountain Red Army Long March Tourism Area (Red Culture)
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Core Highlights | Forest oxygen bar, waterfalls and streams, summer resort | Long March spirit, historical memorial, patriotism education
Representative Attractions | Xiaonanchuan, Liangdian Gorge, Ecological Botanical Garden, Wild Lotus Valley | Red Army Trail, Long March Memorial Hall, Monument, Memorial Square, Poetry Recital Platform
Experience | Hiking by water, forest bathing, ecological study, photo spots | Retracing the Long March, watching live performances, learning history, honoring martyrs
Location | Hejing Town, Jingyuan County, Guyuan City | Longde County, Guyuan City
Ticket Reference | Ticket + shuttle: Adults 85 RMB / Students/Children 65 RMB / Seniors/Disabled/Military 40 RMB | Free admission
Shuttle Bus Fee | Included in shuttle ticket package | One-way 30 RMB/person (including Red Army Trail live performance), round-trip 30 RMB/person
Recommended Visit Time | 3-4 hours | 3.5 hours

🗓️ Itinerary Planning

You can combine the following routes based on your interests and time:

Recommended Themed Routes

1. "Journey of Original Aspiration" Classic Red Two-Day Tour
· Day 1: Arrive in Guyuan → Liupan Mountain Red Army Long March Tourism Area (retrace the Red Army Trail, visit the Memorial Hall) → Longde Old Alley Scenic Area (experience ancient village charm) → Accommodation options include Liupan Peak Training Center or...