A Must-Visit Landmark During the Red Leaf Season

If autumn could speak, it would surely be the voice of Mudanjiang. The golden forest sea looks like a carpet kissed by sunlight, the river flows quietly, reflecting the colorful leaves covering the hillsides, as if a fairy tale world suddenly fell into reality. Honestly, standing among the trees, I was at a loss for words and could only repeatedly exclaim: So beautiful, really so beautiful.
This is my personally tested, step-by-step guide. Sisters planning to visit Mudanjiang, I suggest you save this first before reading‼️
🚩Itinerary:
🕐8:00 Arrive at Mudanjiang Station — 🚗 Drive 40 minutes to Jingpo Lake Scenic Area — 🚶‍♀️ Walk along the lakeside path, stop anytime to take photos — 🕐11:00 Arrive at Diaoshuilou Waterfall — 🍂 After lunch, continue to Volcano Crater Forest Park — 🕐15:00 Climb to the viewing platform to overlook the entire autumn scenery — 🕐17:00 Return to the city.
📸Must-visit spots: ✅Jingpo Lake Autumn Corridor ✅Diaoshuilou Waterfall ✅Volcano Crater Forest Park Viewing Platform
⛰️Attractions: Jingpo Lake, Diaoshuilou Waterfall, Volcano Crater Forest Park
🚗Transportation: Self-driving is recommended, the scenery along the way is stunning, and public buses are infrequent
🏨Accommodation: City guesthouses offer great value; booking in advance is more reassuring
🎫Tickets: Jingpo Lake 100 RMB, Volcano Crater Forest Park 60 RMB, remember to bring your student ID for discounts
⚠️Be sure to wear non-slip shoes! Fallen leaves in the forest are very slippery. Don’t just focus on taking beautiful photos; safety is the most important‼️ Also, don’t miss the early morning lake surface, shrouded in mist like a fairyland—you’ll really regret missing it.
📌Step-by-step Tips:
❶Big temperature difference between morning and evening, bring a thick jacket
❷Make sure your phone and camera are fully charged, you’ll want to shoot anytime
❸Bring some snacks and hot water, there are limited options inside the scenic area
❹Don’t forget mosquito repellent, there are many bugs in the forest
❺Wear bright-colored clothes for better photos
❻Check the weather in advance; rainy days offer a different atmosphere
❼If you have a drone, bring it! Aerial shots of the autumn forest are breathtaking
❽The city has many Northeast China specialty snacks, don’t miss Guobaorou (sweet and sour pork) and iron pot stew
❾No need to worry about altitude sickness, the elevation is low, enjoy your trip with peace of mind
❿Remember to take your trash with you; everyone is responsible for protecting the beautiful scenery
📷Photo date: Mid-October 2023
Honestly, Mudanjiang’s autumn really overwhelmed me emotionally; photos just can’t capture that shock. Sisters, does anyone else feel like crying when seeing this kind of scenery? If you’re also inspired, come chat with me in the comments about the place you most want to visit, or just save this guide and follow it on your next trip!