【Guilin·Dapingtang】Complete Hiking Guide | Beginner-Friendly

| Perfect for beginners.🏃‍♂️Here, you'll encounter: ✓ Kilometers of rolling alpine meadows ✓ Grazing cattle & horses with babbling streams ✓ 360° unobstructed sunset viewing platform ✓ Misty forest wonderland hiking experience 🗺️ Core Route Breakdown: 🚶🏻‍♀️ Classic 6KM Loop (Beginner's Choice) Gravel path → Stream crossing → Secret meadow (photo hotspot) → Ridge trail → Airplane Rock landmark ⏱️ Duration: ~6h (incl. photos) | Elevation gain: 350-481m 🚵🏻‍♂️ Advanced Version 10-20KM extended routes (requires gear): ✔️ Airplane Rock exploration ✔️ Meadow camping & stargazing 📍 Transportation Tips 1️⃣ Navigation key: Search "Lingui Dapingtang" (NOT Longsheng! Wrong choice adds 60km) 2️⃣ Parking spot: Sharp bend at cement road's end (see image 17) 3️⃣ Road condition: Accessible by sedan but caution on curves 🎒 Essential Gear (Field-tested) ▫️ Anti-slip boots ▫️ All-weather jacket ▫️ Survival trio: Mosquito spray + Hiking poles + Emergency blanket ▫️ Energy supply: 1.5L water + high-calorie snacks 📸 Best Seasons 💚 May-Jun: Emerald fairyland mode 💛 Post-Nov: Golden meadows + sea of clouds ☁️ 48h after rain: Cloud sea peak (bring rain gear) ⚠️ Safety Notes ① Download route: Use "Dapingtang Loop" on Two Steps app (easy to get lost) ② Leave no trace: Bring trash bags ③ Team rule: Minimum 2 people, descend before sunset 🌈 The finest views hide in hardest-to-reach places But this time—we make the secret within reach