This summer retreat is the perfect getaway

From June to September each year, it's ideal for hiking—the mountains are pleasantly cool, neither too hot nor too cold 😊 Wugong Mountain Scenic Area in Pingxiang is a great choice 😘

🗺️ Route
Changsha South Station → Pingxiang North Station (30-minute high-speed train ride for ¥50)
1. Take a bus for ¥28 to the Tourist Service Center (over an hour) → Free shuttle bus → Wugong Mountain Scenic Area
2. Hire a driver for ¥30 per person directly to the mountain base (recommended, especially for those prone to motion sickness—the winding mountain roads can be dizzying)

⁉️ Tips to Avoid Pitfalls
Hiking poles at the base cost ¥2 each. Bring your own hat, sunglasses, power bank, raincoat, shoe covers (depending on weather), water, and snacks (chicken legs, sausages, instant noodles, water). On the summit, instant noodles cost ¥15 per bowl, bottled water ¥10, and drinks ¥15. There are many vending machines along the way.
Strongly advise against night hiking. The cableway closes at 5:10 PM. Be sure to take the first-level cable car—the best views are higher up. Skip the Golden Summit cable car if you have the stamina, as you’ll miss many scenic spots.

🏠 Accommodation
If possible, stay at the summit. For sunrise views, choose lodging near Baihe Peak, close to Golden Summit. The stargazing rooms are recommended—it’s very cold at the top, but they comfortably fit three and include hot water and disposable toothbrushes (tents require separate purchase).

☁️ Weather
Check the forecast for "Wugong Mountain Scenic Area," not Pingxiang, for accuracy. Mountain weather is unpredictable—cloud seas often appear after rain. Don’t let cloudy or rainy days dampen your spirits!

Post by Lyra_4_Hawthornfield-41 | Jul 7, 2025