The Ultimate Detailed Guide to Visiting Siguniang Mountain in Autumn

Siguniang Mountain, known as the "Eastern Alps," is about to showcase its legendary autumn scenery! Here’s a thoroughly tested travel guide for everyone. It’s a 4-hour drive from Chengdu, and a two-day, one-night trip is recommended. Stay in Siguniangshan Town or inside the scenic area!

Tickets / Route Options
🌲 Shuangqiao Valley: Ticket 80 RMB + sightseeing bus 70 RMB/person
Sightseeing bus covers the entire route, easy to get on and off at any stop, stress-free, suitable for all ages.
🌲 Changping Valley: Ticket 70 RMB + sightseeing bus 20 RMB/person
Sightseeing bus for the first part, then horseback riding or hiking for the latter part, moderate difficulty, total 4-6 hours.
🌲 Haizi Valley: 60 RMB/person
Entirely on foot or horseback, more challenging, ideal for hiking enthusiasts.

⏰ Opening Hours
Peak season (April–October) 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Off-season (November–March) 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

1️⃣ Shuangqiao Valley Travel Suggestions
Redwood Forest → Budala Peak → Zhugana Lake → Siguna Lake → Nianyu Dam Rafting → Longzhu Lake → Ginseng Fruit Flat

Must-visit spots:
📍 Redwood Forest
The final stop of the sightseeing bus, a secret forest at the foot of the snow-capped mountains. Walking trails here are stunning for photos, and on clear days, the snow mountains are crystal clear!
📍 Budala Peak
A perfect spot for road trip photos! White pagoda, meadows, yak herds, and snow mountains all in one frame. Watch out for sightseeing buses, safety first!
📍 Zhugana Lake
A treasure for hiking lovers! About 1 km from Budala Peak towards Redwood Forest, fewer people, beautiful scenery with snow mountains + lake + redwoods, very healing.
📍 Siguna Lake
Mirror-like lake surface reflecting dead trees and snow mountains, like an ink painting! The wooden boardwalk is perfect for ethereal photos~
📍 Nianyu Dam Rafting
A summer must-do! 90 RMB/person, 30 minutes of slow rafting, cool and relaxing, with a romantic snow mountain backdrop!

2️⃣ Changping Valley Travel Suggestions
Great for those with plenty of time and a love for adventure! The whole trip takes 4-6 hours, allowing close encounters with snow mountains but is physically demanding, so elderly and children should choose carefully.
Tour method: sightseeing bus + hiking/horseback riding. The bus takes you to Lama Temple, then follow the boardwalk or ride horses past Dead Tree Beach and Dry Lake, about 5-6 hours to reach Muluozi Camp, where you can see Yaomei Peak!

3️⃣ Haizi Valley Travel Suggestions
Entirely on foot or horseback, the most difficult route, suitable for hikers with high-altitude trekking experience!

💡 Tips:
✅ Large temperature difference between day and night, bring an inner liner jacket/long sleeves/thin down jacket! Sunscreen + hat + sunglasses are essential!
✅ Peak season is crowded with many cars, long queues, and difficult parking. It’s recommended to stay near the scenic area the night before and head to the park early the next morning.
✅ Altitude is about 3800 meters, avoid strenuous exercise, and it’s advisable to bring an oxygen bottle.
✅ Shuangqiao Valley is more suitable for lazy travelers/families, Changping Valley is more physically demanding, choose according to your needs.
✅ If visiting Shuangqiao Valley, you can stay in a guesthouse inside the scenic area. The guesthouse owner will pick you up at the scenic area entrance, but you must have a ticket for the day to enter. Ticket sales end at 15:30, so be sure to book tickets in advance!

Finally, ㊗️ everyone has a great time!