Planning a Trip to Wugong Mountain in October-November? Here's What You Need to Know!

Wugong Mountain is about to turn golden! Starting in late October, the grass will turn yellow, creating a stunning landscape without the summer heat or bugs. Imagine vast golden meadows, reed fields, and breathtaking sunrises above the sea of clouds. While summer is often praised, autumn truly captures the essence of Wugong Mountain with its golden hues and vibrant sunsets. Having visited eight times, I've compiled some hiking tips for Wugong Mountain. (Quick tip: Know your limits!) The beginner route is perfect for families with children as young as six. The key to an enjoyable hike is choosing the right path. For beginners or families with children: - Avoid other routes and online hiking guides. - Enter the scenic area, take the cable car, and walk the starry sky boardwalk. - Stay at the best ridge campsite, and hike the essential section to the summit the next day. Route suggestion (Difficulty: ★★): DAY 1: Pingxiang - Wugong Mountain Scenic Area - Cable car to Ziji Palace - Hero Slope - Starry Sky Camp DAY 2-3: Starry Sky Camp - Diaomazhuang - Golden Summit - Hot Spring Hotel - Return to Pingxiang For regular exercisers or those with some hiking experience: - Start from the foot of Wugong Mountain and take the essence route (20+ km over two days). - Avoid camping; staying in a guesthouse will help you recover better. Route suggestion (Difficulty: ★★★): DAY 1-2: Pingxiang - Longshan Village - Fayunjie - Mountain Guesthouse DAY 3: Despair Slope - Golden Summit - Scenic Area Gate - Return to Pingxiang For experienced hikers with mountain crossing experience: - Take on the Wugong Mountain Grand Slam route (46 km over 2.5 days). - Discover unique scenery not found on regular routes, with the latter part rivaling Zhangjiajie. Route suggestion (Difficulty: ★★★★★): DAY 1-2: Pingxiang - Shenzi Village - Golden Summit - Diaomazhuang - Despair Slope - Fayunjie DAY 3: Fayunjie - Shenjia Courtyard - Mingyue Mountain Scenic Area - Return to Yichun Station Hiking Gear: 1) Backpack, small daypack, hiking shoes, trekking poles, headlamp, knee pads, thermos, raincoat 2) Sun protection: sun-protective clothing, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses 3) Clothing: wear quick-dry clothes and a jacket, bring two sets of underwear and socks, pack warm clothes for the temperature difference between day and night Q&A: Q: What if it rains while hiking? A: Weather forecasts can be unreliable due to the mountain's fast-changing climate. Often, it rains at the base while it's clear at the top. Rain or snow can lead to spectacular cloud seas and waterfalls! Q: Which train station should I go to? A: Head to Pingxiang; there are plenty of train options. Note: Those with limited outdoor experience should stay with the group to avoid getting lost and avoid carrying too much luggage. #WugongMountainHiking #FamilyFriendlyHikes #OutdoorAdventures