Rated by National Geographic as China's most beautiful secret red leaf destination, how amazing is it
by Samuel Smith
Oct 21, 2025
Guangwu Mountain in Nanjiang, Sichuan, is stunningly beautiful during the red leaf season, known as the "Longest Natural Red Carpet in Asia." The 680-square-kilometer red leaf forest covers the land like a flood, as if God spilled a palette of colors! It is currently at its peak, so act quickly. The red leaves covering the mountains look like an oil painting, and every snap is cover-worthy.
📍Address: G244, Guangwu Mountain Town, Nanjiang County, Bazhong City
⏰Opening Hours: March to November, 08:00-18:00 (last entry at 16:00)
🎫 Ticket Information:
Guangwu Mountain Tourist Area: Ticket 80 RMB/person, Sightseeing Bus 40 RMB/person
Micang Mountain Tourist Area: Ticket 90 RMB/person, Sightseeing Bus 60 RMB/person
Shibayue Tan Scenic Area: Ticket 55 RMB/person, Shuttle Bus 10 RMB/person
📸 Must-Photograph Spots:
1️⃣ Heixiong Valley: A 2-kilometer hiking corridor with babbling streams winding around red leaves, red leaves floating on emerald pools, strange rocks hidden in the forest, and wooden bridges spanning the area. Every shot you take looks like a magazine-level masterpiece.
2️⃣ Xianglu Mountain: A breathtaking scene combining sea of clouds, sunrise, and colorful forest in one frame. When you see it with your own eyes, even your breath involuntarily softens.
3️⃣ Natural Gallery: A surreal golden corridor. Walking through it feels like moving inside a painting, with every step immersed in the scenery.
4️⃣ Shibayue Tan: The red leaves reflected in the pond are especially charming, perfectly blending with the waterfall clusters.
💡 Tips:
1. Before you go, search for "Guangwu Mountain Red Leaf Index" to check the real-time leaf color change.
2. Accommodation in the entire Guangwu Mountain area is tight during the red leaf season, so book in advance.
3. Weekends are very crowded! Travel during off-peak times!
4. No need to worry about the weather; rainy days can also produce atmospheric, stunning photos.
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