Xiaowutai Mountain Hiking Guide｜Stunning Alpine Secret Spot Awaits You!

🚗【Transportation Guide】
For self-drivers, check here 👇
📍Navigation address: Xiaowutai Mountain National Nature Reserve or Jinhekou Scenic Area
🚘Route: Exit at Huangdicheng Toll Station on Zhangzhuo Expressway to reach the destination
💰Parking fee: 20 RMB/day

For public transport users, check here 👇
🚌 First go to Zhangjiakou City ➝ Transfer to a bus to Weixian/Zhuolu County ➝ Take a taxi to the scenic area (about ¥50-80)
Recommended to depart before 8 AM and return before 6 PM

🏃‍♂️【Recommended Hiking Routes】
✨Beginner’s choice:
East Peak Line (Altitude 2882m)
👣Route: Mountain gate - East Peak summit (round trip about 8 hours)
Highlights: Check in at North China’s highest peak ✅ Stunning vegetation along the way 😭
Suitable for: Beginner hiking enthusiasts

✨Advanced challenge:
Wutai Traverse (West Peak - Central Peak - East Peak)
👣Route: About 20 km in total
Highlights: Alpine meadows + primeval forest double impact 🌲
Suitable for: Those with high-altitude hiking experience
⚠Reminder: July is the most beautiful but also the hardest, proceed according to your ability!

🌈【Popular Photo Spots】
1. Jinhekou Scenic Area
📍Location: 30 km south of Zhuolu County
Must-see: Colorful Stone Beach (perfect for photos) + Dongpo Ruins (a must for history buffs) 📸

2. Guanfotai (Buddha Viewing Platform)
Best time: Early morning / after rain
Activity: Wait for the miraculous moment of Buddha’s light shining ✨

3. Wind-moving Rock
Legend level max! 👑
Location: Mid-slope of West Peak
Mystical tip: It’s said that sincerely making a wish here is super effective~

🏡【Accommodation Guide】
For farmhouse lovers:
🏠 Lao Zhangjia Farmhouse
Specialty: Firewood chicken is legendary! Average ¥80 per person including breakfast and dinner
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For comfort seekers:
🏨 Jinhe Holiday Hotel
Price: ¥200-400/night
Facilities: Heating + 24h hot water (a must after hiking!)

‼【Important Reminders】
✅Gear checklist:
Windbreaker (big temperature difference in mountains)
Trekking poles (life-saving tool)
High-top shoes (prevent ankle sprains)
Trash bags (Leave no trace in the wild!)

❌Restricted area warning:
Core area strictly prohibited (infrared monitoring in place)
Best season: July to September (avoid rainy season for safety)

💬Tips:
Download offline maps in advance (signal can be spotty)
Bring enough cash (no ATMs in the mountains)

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