Lianbaoyeze Nanny-Level Guide｜Avoid 99% of the Pitfalls! Enjoy the Heavenly God's Backyard Exclusively

Who understands! When overlooking thousands of peaks and lakes from the 4520-meter viewing platform in Lianbaoyeze, even the wind carries a divine gentleness🌿 But this secret Tibetan area trip almost got ruined by pitfalls! I've compiled 3 days of firsthand painful experience, revealing everything from tickets to photo spots. Save this article and go straight for it～

🌄 Core Must-Visit Spots List (with hidden tips)

1. Zhagarlcuo (Must-Visit Sacred Lake)

- Highlights: Emerald-colored lake nestled among giant rocks carved like axes and knives; on sunny days, you can capture double reflections of snow mountains and rocks; on rainy or cloudy days, mist swirls like a magical movie scene.
- Pitfall Avoidance: Don’t take photos after 1 PM! The sun’s direct reflection on the lake looks like a stainless steel basin. Before 9 AM, the light is soft, and the lake water shows blue-green hues. Hike 1.5 km along the boardwalk to the end to find secluded photo angles.
- Hidden Tip: Circle to the west side of the lake near the prayer flags; low-angle shots can frame stone pillars, prayer flags, and the lake together, maximizing the atmosphere.

2. 4520 Viewing Platform (Panoramic High Point)

- Highlights: At 4520 meters altitude, a god’s-eye view overlooking thousands of lakes and peaks in Lianbaoyeze; when the sea of clouds surges, it looks like a scene from "The Lord of the Rings."
- Time-Saving Tip: The sightseeing bus ticket costs 15 yuan cash; arrive before 7 AM to avoid crowds and enjoy the stunning cloud sea engulfing the mountains alone.
- Photo Advice: Use a wide-angle lens to capture the contrast between people and peaks; wear bright-colored jackets for better shots; hold your hat tight as the wind is strong.

3. Panyangping (Hidden Gem)

- Highlights: Morning sunlight spreads like a golden carpet on the grassland; the eagle’s nest rock crevice at the boardwalk’s end is a secret spot for photographers to capture the dramatic contrast between people and knife-cut peaks.
- Key Reminder: For self-driving, first get a number at the Heyuan Service Station (limited daily). After getting the number, visit other spots to avoid queuing for parking. Early morning here offers a chance to see wild sheep drinking water like a magical scene.

4. Lesser-Known Lakes Cluster (Fewer People, Better Photos)

- Boxiang Lake: 500 meters west at the prayer flag cliff, lying down to shoot can create epic "Lord of the Rings" dark god mountain photos; fewer people, more stunning scenery.
- Huangyat Beach: A must-visit on cloudy days! Black clouds + gray lake + strange rocks = natural gothic-style shots, more distinctive than sunny days.
- Luoxia Lake: Early morning rocky beach hides wild sheep traces; at sunset, the lake glows golden, perfect for silhouettes.

📝 Essential Pre-Trip Information

Basic Info

- Tickets: 120 yuan/person; buying tickets on-site is 10 minutes faster than online ticket exchange; prices may fluctuate, subject to actual.
- Opening Hours: April 11 to October 10, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM (last entry 5:30 PM); October 11 to April 10 next year, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM (last entry 5:00 PM).
- Best Season: June to August for green grasslands; September to October for golden autumn colors; avoid winter heavy snow blocking roads.
- Transportation: For self-driving, set navigation to "Lianbaoyeze Visitor Center"; the route to the scenic area gate detours cliff roads; Aba County is 45 km from the scenic area with good road conditions.

Altitude Sickness & Dressing Tips

- Altitude Sickness: Buy oxygen bottles online in advance (20 yuan/bottle; shake to hear a "hissing" sound to confirm authenticity); bottles at the scenic area entrance cost 58 yuan and may be refilled. Avoid strenuous exercise 3 days before departure; bring altitude sickness medicine; drink more water and avoid running or jumping.
- Dressing Formula: Waterproof jacket + quick-dry clothes + thin down jacket (must bring!); even at noon in July, don’t wear short sleeves as mountain winds can instantly drop temperatures below zero. Scarf and sunglasses are essential to protect against strong UV and cold wind.

🏨 Accommodation & Dining Guide

Accommodation Options

- On-site Cabins: Around 230 yuan/night, including floor heating, hot water, and electric blankets; skip queues and enter early to enjoy morning scenery. Book through the scenic area’s official WeChat account; arrive before 5 PM to buy tickets and check in.
- Aba County Hotels:
- High-end: Aba Zunge·Zhouyue Hotel (terrace facing the sacred mountain), Qianqian Mango Tree Hotel (snow mountain panoramic rooms).
- Comfortable: Hanting Hotel (spacious family rooms), Morin Hotel (family-friendly rooms).
- Budget: Yuanshe Theme Hotel (cozy), Jinping Hotel (cost-effective, with dry and wet separation).

Dining Recommendations

- Inside Scenic Area: Staying in cabins allows eating staff meals; the radish-braised beef is generous and authentic. Heyuan Service Station offers simple meals, slightly pricey but filling.
- Aba County: Recommended to try Tibetan cuisine, such as hand-grabbed meat and butter tea; many Sichuan restaurants available, catering to general tastes.

⚠️ 9 Painful Pitfall Avoidance Tips

1. Don’t rent cotton-padded clothes at the scenic area entrance! They smell oily and nauseating; bring your own lightweight down jacket in your backpack for hygiene.
2. Don’t check "Aba County" weather forecasts! Watch the scenic area’s live cameras; if clouds press on the mountain waist, retreat immediately.
3. Beware of "free prayer flag hanging"! After handing over prayer flags, they may charge 199 yuan; bring your own or buy at the mountain pass (5 yuan/strip).
4. Don’t stop along the way into the scenic area! Head straight to the innermost Panyangping first; after playing there, return to visit Boxiang Lake and other small spots to avoid fighting for parking.
5. Don’t eat too much between Aba County and the scenic area! The 40-minute mountain road can cause motion sickness and nausea.
6. Don’t panic in heavy rain! Take shelter in the stone house at Heyuan Service Station and watch the spectacular hail hitting the lake.
7. Take all your trash with you! No littering in the sacred mountain area; don’t throw plastic bottles in the grass.
8. Respect customs! Prayer flags must be wrapped clockwise; don’t step on mani piles; don’t photograph Tibetan worship scenes casually.
9. Keep your phone fully charged! Signal is unstable along the way; download offline maps and scenic area guides in advance.

📸 4-Hour Efficient Itinerary (Lazy Version)

1. Arrive at the scenic area at 8 AM to buy tickets on-site; head straight to Heyuan Service Station to get a self-driving number for Panyangping.
2. After getting the number, spend 15 yuan on the sightseeing bus to Zhagarlcuo; spend 1 hour walking around the lake taking photos.
3. Return to pick up your car and drive to Panyangping; hike 20 minutes to the 4520 Viewing Platform for panoramic shots.
4. On the way back in the afternoon, visit Boxiang Lake and Luoxia Lake; the light is soft and there are fewer people.

The beauty of Lianbaoyeze is a flower of faith blooming among the piled rocks, a silhouette of snow mountains reflected in the sacred lake🌄 Remember this guide and don’t let pitfalls ruin your secret journey! Which lake do you most want to check in at? Share in the comments～