Exploring Hubei's Hidden Gems Self-Driving Route
by MichaelTaylor
Aug 3, 2025
【Self-Driving Itinerary】
Day 1: Fang County → Tianyan Scenic Area → Overnight in Baokang County
Day 2: Gallery Valley → Emperor Yao Divine Gorge → Yaozihe Three Realms Cave → Return Trip
💫【Detailed Attraction Guides】
✨Tianyan Scenic Area
📍Address: Hongping Town, Fang County, Hubei
🎫Ticket: ~¥80/person
🦌Must-do:
1️⃣Wildman sighting spot check-in
2️⃣Feed sika deer at Starry Sky Camp
3️⃣Rainbow Bridge at Yanzhiya (16min walk)
📌Tips:
🍃Park near Rainbow Bridge parking lot
☀️Beware of snakes at Tianmenya - dress accordingly
🌿Gallery Valley
📍Location: Between Tianyan Scenic Area and Baokang County
⏳Duration: 1.5h
⛰️Recommended route:
Turtle Stone → Pearl Curtain Waterfall → Fairy Peak → Couple Peak → One-Line Sky
⚠️Warning:
499-step challenge! Not recommended for low stamina
Important: One-Line Sky must be ascended! No descending allowed!
💙Emperor Yao Divine Gorge
📍Address: Yaozihe Village, Baokang County
📸Best photo spot:
Stunning blue waters (best light before 10am)
Suggested visit: 2h
🕳️Yaozihe Three Realms Cave
📍Address: Navigate to "Yaozihe Farming Museum"
🎫Ticket: ~¥60/person
Cave temperature: ~15℃ (bring jacket!)
Recommended route:
1️⃣Celestial Realm (ethereal)
2️⃣Human Realm (cultural)
3️⃣Underworld Realm (spooky - enter cautiously)
Suggested visit: 1.5h
🏨【Accommodation】
Baokang hotels generally ¥200-300/night
Choose locations near highway exits
⚠️【Important Notes】
1. Navigation to Three Realms Cave often fails - first navigate to Farming Museum
2. Tianyan to Baokang has winding mountain roads - not for novice drivers
3. Depart early morning to avoid crowds
📸【Outfit Suggestions】
✔️Tianyan & Gallery Valley: Sneakers + sun protection
✔️Emperor Yao Gorge: Blue outfits photograph best
✔️Three Realms Cave: Bring light jacket
Post by MichaelTaylor | Aug 3, 2025












