Beijing Surroundings - Matianling Hiking to Enjoy Multi-layered Autumn Colors

In autumn, Matianling is called the "Little Tianshan." Vast golden meadows under blue skies and white clouds offer a very open view. You can often encounter herds of grazing cattle and sheep, windmill arrays, and primeval forests. The dense coniferous forest is also a super beautiful spot for photos and check-ins! [Cute][Cute]
[Angel] Hiking Guide:
Must wear: Non-slip hiking shoes, quick-dry long sleeves + softshell, lightweight windbreaker (resistant to level 6 wind).
Must bring: A pair of trekking poles, 3 L of water, 600 kcal high-energy trail food, 10,000 mAh power bank, sun hat + sunglasses + multifunctional headscarf.
Optional: Knee pads, raincoat, gloves, GPS watch, camera, trash bags.
For camping: 0°C sleeping bag, moisture-proof mat, double tent, headlamp, 1 L gas canister, 500 ml backup water.
❗Notes:
[Panic] No commercial facilities on the mountain; at the starting village entrance, there are mobile stalls: watermelon 5 yuan/box, boiled corn 3 yuan/ear;
[Panic] At the endpoint Dongzhuangzi Village: mineral water 3 yuan, old-fashioned popsicle 2 yuan, simple ramen 15 yuan.
[PickEyebrows] Recommended to bring: 2 bottles of sports drink + 1 sandwich + nut energy bar, total weight ≤ 1.2 kg.
[Panic] Signal: China Mobile > China Unicom, 4G on the ridge, no signal inside the forest; download the route track in advance for navigation.
[Panic] Emergency: The nearest hospital is Weixian People's Hospital, 50 km away; after calling 120, it takes 1 hour to arrive; it is recommended to hike in groups of 3 or more.
[Panic] Environmental protection: No trash bins along the route; all trash must be carried back to the village collection point; firewood campfires are prohibited; no toilets on the route (hikers have the chance to fertilize nature) [Shhh]

Post by Bryant Laura Laur | Oct 21, 2025