Tangjiahe Nature Reserve Autumn Travel Guide

🍁Step into a fairy tale secret realm and encounter colorful forests and wildlife!
If autumn had a color, Tangjiahe’s autumn would definitely be a dazzling palette explosion! As a lesser-known secret spot in Sichuan, its autumn features vibrant forests, lively wild animals, and cozy healing-style guesthouses. This guide will help you unlock the autumn romance of Tangjiahe~
📍About Tangjiahe Nature Reserve
Located in Qingchuan County, Guangyuan, Sichuan, it is a national nature reserve known as a "natural gene bank." In autumn, the mountains and forests are dyed red, yellow, orange, and green. When mist swirls, it looks like a fairyland. You might also encounter rare animals like the takin and golden snub-nosed monkey. It’s a treasure trove for nature lovers and photographers!
🍁Autumn Highlights
Colorful Forest Feast: The best viewing period is from mid-October to mid-November. Walking along the scenic trails, maple leaves, birch trees, and pines weave a colorful tapestry. Sunlight filters through the leaves, making every step a wallpaper-worthy scene.
Wildlife Watching: Early morning or evening in the valleys and forests, you have a good chance to see takin and Tibetan macaques. If you’re lucky, you might spot golden snub-nosed monkeys leaping among the branches. Remember to keep your distance and watch quietly~
Hiking and Fresh Air: Recommended trails include "Motianling" and "Yinping Ancient Path." They are moderately difficult and offer an immersive experience of the fresh mountain air and rich autumn atmosphere.
🏡 Accommodation Recommendation: Luoyishan Lodge
You must stay at Luoyishan Lodge when visiting Tangjiahe! The guesthouse is nestled in the forest, with white walls and dark tiles that exude quality. Open the window and you’ll be surrounded by autumn colors.
Room Experience: The rooms are spacious and bright, with wooden furniture creating a cozy atmosphere. Some rooms have viewing terraces where you can wake up to mountain mist and colorful forests—super healing!
Dining Service: The lodge offers authentic Qingchuan farmhouse dishes. Signature dishes include chicken stewed with bamboo shoots and stir-fried wild vegetables with cured meat. The ingredients are fresh and flavorful, leaving you warm all over.
Thoughtful Details: The owner is very friendly, sharing tips for exploring the reserve and helping plan your itinerary. Staying here feels just like home~
🚗 Itinerary Planning (3 days 2 nights reference)
Day 1: From various locations → Guangyuan → Qingchuan → Luoyishan Lodge (check-in, rest, then stroll nearby to enjoy the autumn scenery around the lodge)
Day 2: Full day at Tangjiahe Nature Reserve (hiking + birdwatching + viewing colorful forests, return to the lodge in the evening)
Day 3: Check out lesser-known spots around the lodge → return trip
📸 Photo Tips
Colorful Forest + Mist: Visit the reserve early morning or after rain. Capture the colorful forest shrouded in mist for a dreamy effect.
Wildlife Shots: Bring a telephoto lens, stay quiet, and capture moments of wild animals framed by autumn woods.
Guesthouse Shots: The terraces and courtyard of Luoyishan Lodge are perfect for forest-style photos. Wear light or earth-tone clothes for better shots.
🔖 Notes
There is a big temperature difference in the reserve; bring a thick jacket and wear comfortable hiking shoes in autumn.
Keep your distance when watching wildlife; do not feed or disturb them!
Tangjiahe’s autumn is a celebration of colorful forests, a paradise for living creatures, and a sanctuary for the soul. Stay at Luoyishan Lodge and be a happy “forest traveler” in nature~
Tangjiahe Nature Reserve