Summer at Pudacuo｜Hiking to Escape the Heat and Breathe Fresh Oxygen, All in One

When traveling to Yunnan in summer, don’t miss Pudacuo National Forest Park, a natural oxygen bar at 3,500 meters elevation, with a refreshing 20°C coolness that instantly cures the summer heat anxiety.

🚗 Transportation Guide
⭕️ Self-driving: Half an hour from Shangri-La city center, with snowy mountains and meadows along the way—stop anytime for great photos! The park’s parking lot is huge and affordable.
⭕️ Lazy traveler’s route: Buses depart from Dukezong Ancient Town, convenient round trips, catch some sleep on the bus and start playing as soon as you get off~
⭕️ Student favorite: There are buses from the bus station, perfect for early risers who want to see the morning mist~

🌲 Itinerary
Stroll through Shudu Lake Wonderland
Walk along the 3.3 km wooden boardwalk! 🌿 Snowy mountains and forests on the left, crystal-clear blue lake on the right, squirrels 🐿️ often steal the spotlight, perfect for forest-style photos. If you’re tired, take a boat.
Highland Pasture Cloud Picnic
From Militang Viewing Platform, admire the “Buddha’s Eye Meadow” from afar, shrouded in mist like Switzerland! Bring your own snacks, sit on the meadow, enjoy the mountain breeze, and nibble on yak jerky—pure bliss!
Explore the Secret of Bitahai
Hike 1 km on the wooden boardwalk deep into the lakeside, where the primeval forest and snowy mountain reflections are breathtaking! The rest stop at the end sells butter tea—don’t miss tasting it~

🏨 Accommodation Recommendations
1⃣️ Songtsam Linka Hotel, Tibetan-style villas facing the snowy mountains, soak in a private hot spring under the stars at night for a full experience~
2⃣️ Pudacuo Tibetan Homestay, open your window to the forest, the owner lends hiking poles for free, and breakfast is included!
3⃣️ Shangri-La city youth hostel, explore Dukezong Ancient Town at night and enjoy yak hotpot, super lively~

💡 Handy Tips
Full sun protection is a must
Bring a jacket and a fairy-like dress 👗
Food options in the park are limited, so bring plenty of energy-boosting snacks