Travel guide to the alpine azalea sea in Shennongjia, Hubei in May
by elliefern
Mar 19, 2025
I announce! This route in western Hubei's Enshi is seriously underrated😭  
📍Shennongjia - Wushan - Xingshan  
Along the way: mystical peaks and sea of clouds☁️ forest canyons🌳 water highway🛣️ meadow lakes🌊 waterfalls and streams💦...  
One visit will leave you awestruck by its magnificent scenery and incredible value  
With cool climate perfect for summer escapes and leisurely travel  
Road trip lovers must bookmark this route📝  
Prepared a 5-day, 4-night foolproof guide for food, accommodation, and transportation  
Great for families, friends, and group trips!  
🚗 5-day 4-night itinerary:  
Day❶: Shennongjia - Tianyan Scenic Area - Shennong Tianchi (stay at Shennong Tianchi)  
✔Tianyan Scenic Area: 2-3 hour hike, Rainbow Bridge is quite high - caution for those with acrophobia  
✔Shennong Tianchi: Must stay overnight in Nordic cabins! Experienced the waterfront stargazing villa this time - stargazing right from the room! Next day hike and see the Millennium Fir King for a slow-paced vacation🍃  
Day❷: Tiansheng Bridge - Shennong Altar - Guanmen Mountain (stay at Shennong Hotel)  
✔Tiansheng Bridge: Impressive waterfall but full hike not recommended as later views are mediocre  
✔Shennong Altar: One of only two national sacrificial sites in China - climbing can be tiring  
✔Guanmen Mountain: Beehive Wall right by the road - easy photo stop  
Day❸: Shennong Peak - Dajiuhu Lake - Dangyang Grand Canyon - Dachang Ancient Town (stay in Wushan County)  
✔Shennong Peak: Includes multiple spots👇  
【Shennong Valley】Mysterious valley views  
【Observation Tower】Hubei's "Little Xinjiang" overlooking primeval forest  
【Skyline Ridge】Alpine meadow boardwalk with incredible cloud seas  
【Banbiyan】Hike to see bizarre rock formations  
✔Dajiuhu Lake: Wetland lakes perfect for morning mist views  
Day❹: Goddess Peak - Goddess Love Sky Road - Zhaojun Villa (stay at Zhaojun Villa)  
✔Goddess Peak: Wushan's landmark with breathtaking layered peaks⛰  
✔Goddess Love Sky Road: 12km route with landscape like ink paintings  
Day❺: Water Highway - Zhaojun Village - Chaotianhou Rafting - Return  
✔Zhaojun Village: Idyllic ancient village blending natural beauty with cultural heritage about Wang Zhaojun's history  
✔Chaotianhou Rafting: Magnificent waterfalls, alpine meadows, dreamy cabins - absolutely love it! Especially the canyon rafting (1+ hour). Summer offers night rafting and cave rafting - planning to return with family!  
Tips:  
1⃣ Shennongjia has variable temps (~25°C in summer) - bring windbreakers and quick-dry clothes  
2⃣ Easy driving route suitable for seniors and children  
3⃣ All sites except Dajiuhu Lake allow car access (shuttle required for Dajiuhu)
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