Xiaoxing'anling Golden Autumn Fairy Tale

🍂 "Autumn in Yichun is a fairy tale book from the Northland to children!" Moms! Don’t squeeze into crowded places with your kids during National Day~ The golden secret realm of Xiaoxing'anling, where red pine forests turn into golden carpets, sika deer jump in the mist, and leaves fall by the hot spring pools♨️ Fewer people, beautiful scenery, and saving money—this is the right way for family autumn viewing!

🍁 Best time to enjoy autumn colors: Mid to late September - Mid October

• Early autumn surprise: Mid to late September, red pine forests start to yellow, with yellow and red leaves intertwined like a spilled palette.

• Peak moment: Late September to the end of National Day, the whole forest turns into a golden ocean, lasting 10-15 days, every snapshot is wallpaper-worthy!

• Late autumn romance: End of National Day to mid-October, fallen leaves form a golden carpet that rustles underfoot, creating a unique charm.

🚗 Family-friendly transportation: Private car transfers + comfortable travel

• Private car self-guided tour (highly recommended!):

• 7-seat business vehicle, spacious and comfortable for kids, with room for strollers and kid gadgets.

• Drivers know the routes well, avoid traffic jams, saving time and worry.

• Reference price: About 5000 RMB for a 6-day trip (including car and fuel), carpooling with 4 people is more cost-effective.

• Self-driving tips:

• Yichun’s attractions are scattered; download offline maps in advance. Some mountain roads have many curves, drive carefully.

✨ 6-day immersive family itinerary

𝐃𝑎𝑦 1: First encounter in Harbin · Morning market life

• Hongzhuan Street morning market: Let kids try freshly fried youtiao, tofu pudding, and Madieer popsicles, experiencing the lively Northeast atmosphere.

• Northeast Tiger Forest Park: Ride sightseeing cars to watch tigers hunting, kids scream with excitement, and you can buy meat to feed the tigers (at a safe distance).

• Overnight in Lindian: Soak in hot springs to relax, kids play in water, adults unwind, super healing.

𝐃𝑎𝑦 2: Wetlands and hot springs · Autumn at Heming Lake

• Heming Lake Wetland: Row boats through colorful forests, rich in negative oxygen ions, kids learn about water birds and reeds.

• Hot spring hotel: Soak in hot spring pools while watching falling leaves, kids play with water guns, adults take beautiful photos, very cozy.

• Overnight in Wudalianchi: Eat mineral spring fish, stay in unique homestays.

𝐃𝑎𝑦 3: Volcanic wonders · Wudalianchi

• Wudalianchi Scenic Area: Walk with kids on volcanic stone seas, see the Old Black Mountain volcanic crater, and explain volcanic geology.

• Beiyinquan: Drink natural mineral water, kids taste the "rusty" flavor, very interesting.

• Overnight in Tangwang River: Eat iron pot stew, stay in forest cabins.

𝐃𝑎𝑦 4: Stone forest adventure · The magic of Tangwang River

• Tangwang River Forest Stone Scenic Area: Take kids through the stone forest, find "One Line Sky" and "Arhat Turtle," like playing a real-life escape room.

• Forest mini train: Ride a small train through red pine forests, kids love it, and photos are super cute.

• Overnight in Wuying: Eat cold water fish, stay in forest hotels.

𝐃𝑎𝑦 5: Forest stroll · Autumn in Wuying

• Wuying National Forest Park: Walk the "Shao Qi Road," see thousand-year-old red pines, kids collect pine cones and identify leaves, like a nature class.

• Popular scenic road: Stop along the way for photos, golden forests + blue sky, perfect for stunning shots straight from your phone.

• Overnight in Yichun: Visit night markets, eat grilled cold noodles and candied hawthorn, kids play ring toss games.

𝐃𝑎𝑦 6: Deer park fairy tale · Jinshan Deer Park

• Jinshan Deer Park: The Nara of China! Sika deer jump in the mist, kids feed and photograph the deer, adorably heart-melting.

• Return to Harbin: Buy red sausages and hazelnuts on the way, city supermarkets are cheaper than scenic spots.

📸 Must-capture family photo spots

1. Northeast Tiger Forest Park sightseeing car: Capture the moment a tiger pounces on the window, kids’ expressions are super cute.

2. Heming Lake Wetland boating: Colorful forests reflected in the lake, wearing bright clothes makes photos pop.

3. Tangwang River Stone Forest One Line Sky: Kids crawl into stone crevices, shoot "little explorer" themed photos.

4. Jinshan Deer Park feeding deer: Sika deer come close to eat from hands, capture warm interactions between kids and deer.

5. Wuying forest cabin: Kids stand in front of cabins with golden forests behind, like a fairy tale cover.

🎠 Immersive family experience checklist

✅ Feeding tigers at Northeast Tiger Forest Park: Watch fierce beasts safely, kids get very excited.

✅ Boating at Heming Lake Wetland: Learn about water birds and reeds, like a nature class.

✅ Drinking mineral water at Wudalianchi: Taste the "rusty" spring water, kids find it novel.

✅ Stone forest adventure at Tangwang River: Find "One Line Sky" and "Arhat Turtle," like playing an escape room.

✅ Collecting pine cones in Wuying forest: Learn about red pines and larches, like a nature class.

✅ Feeding sika deer at Jinshan Deer Park: Deer come close to eat from hands, adorably heart-melting.

👗 Family outfit suggestions

• Kids: Bright-colored windbreakers (windproof), sneakers (non-slip), knit hats (warm).

• Adults: Light-colored sweaters + jeans (match golden scenery), comfortable sneakers.

• Props: Bring small baskets (for pine cones), binoculars (for bird watching), picture books (forest stories).

🍖 Family food list

• Must-eats:

• Iron pot stew: Ribs, fish, vermicelli stewed together, kids love it.

• Mineral spring fish: Cold water fish from Wudalianchi, tender meat.

• Red sausage: Harbin specialty, kids snack on it.

• Candied hawthorn: Made fresh at Yichun night market, sweet and sour.

• Avoid: Don’t buy "wild mushrooms" inside scenic areas, may not be fresh.

💡 Real family tips

1. Accommodation booking: National Day is busy, book rooms 1 month in advance, prioritize hotels with children’s facilities.

2. Keep warm and windproof: Big temperature difference in Yichun mornings and evenings, bring down layers, scarves, gloves for kids.

3. Mosquito and sun protection: Forests have many insects, bring kids’ mosquito repellent; strong UV, apply kids’ sunscreen.

4. Bring common medicines: Cold medicine, fever reducers, stomach medicine in case kids feel unwell.

5. Easy pace: Plan 1-2 main attractions per day to avoid tiring kids.

💬 "Autumn in Yichun is a fairy tale from the Northland to children." This National Day, escape the crowds with your kids and head to the golden secret realm of Xiaoxing'anling! Every fallen leaf is a surprise, every little deer a gift🍂～