Wugong Mountain, Jiangxi
by Harper Amelia
Feb 21, 2025
Take a spontaneous hiking trip to Wugong Mountain! Pingxiang's Wugong Mountain is truly perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. The sea of clouds and sunrise at the Golden Summit will definitely make your trip worthwhile🌄
🏔️ Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive at Wugong Mountain Scenic Area - Take the Zhong'an Cableway - Hike to the Golden Summit - Stay overnight in a tent on the summit
Day 2: Watch the sunrise at the Golden Summit - Hike down the mountain - Visit the high-altitude plank road
📍 Must-visit spots
1️⃣ Golden Summit: At an elevation of 1918.3 meters, it is the highest peak of Wugong Mountain and an excellent spot to watch the sunrise and sea of clouds! Be sure to check the sunrise time in advance
2️⃣ Cloud Grassland: The vast meadows in spring and summer are stunning; every photo looks like a desktop wallpaper
3️⃣ High-altitude Plank Road: A 2700-meter-long glass plank road suspended on the cliff; not recommended for those afraid of heights 😂
4️⃣ Zhong'an Cableway: One-way ticket costs 65 RMB; taking the cable car uphill is recommended to save energy
💡 Useful tips
1️⃣ Travel light! Essentials: windbreaker, hiking shoes, sunscreen, raincoat, power bank (renting a power bank on the mountain is expensive)
2️⃣ The temperature difference on the summit is large; even in summer, bring a jacket
3️⃣ It’s best to visit on weekdays; weekends are very crowded and may require waiting in line
4️⃣ If you don’t want to carry too much food, there are small shops on the mountain, but prices are a bit high
🚗 Transportation guide
Address: Luwanwu Tourism Road, Luxi County, Pingxiang City
Self-driving: Navigate to "Wugong Mountain Visitor Center," parking fee is 20 RMB/day
High-speed rail: Get off at Pingxiang North Station, then take a taxi for about 1 hour to reach
🍜 Food recommendations
After descending, be sure to try the local specialty fried rice noodles and cured meat! There are many farmhouses at the foot of the mountain where you can have a satisfying meal for about 50 RMB per person
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