No matter how busy you are in Mangshi, you still have to climb the mysterious Heihe Laopo!

# In Mangshi, a small border town in Dehong Prefecture, Yunnan, there is a little-known secret place - **Heihe Laopo**. 1. A quick overview of Heihe Laopo** **📍Geographic location**: Zhongshan Township, Mangshi City, Dehong Prefecture, Yunnan Province, about 50 kilometers away from Mangshi City **⛰️Altitude**: 2800 meters (meadow area)-3000 meters (highest peak) **🌿Landscape features**: alpine meadows, virgin forests, sea of ​​clouds, azalea sea (spring), starry sky camping 2. Best travel season May-August (summer): green meadows, wild flowers blooming, clouds and mist, cool climate (average 18-25℃). November-December (early winter): The meadows are golden, the probability of sea of ​​clouds appearing is high, and the "Golden Mountain in the Sunlight" can be seen in the early morning. ⚠️Be careful not to slip during the rainy season (June-August), and prepare warm clothes in winter as the temperature difference on the top of the mountain is large! 3. Transportation Guide Self-driving: Starting from Mangshi City, navigate to "Heihe Laopo", which is about 1.5 hours' drive. The second half is a winding mountain road, so it is recommended to drive an SUV. -Charter/carpooling: Carpooling or chartering in Mangshi costs about RMB 200-300 per car (round trip). IV. Recommended route for hiking through alpine meadows: Entrance to scenic area → Observation deck → Core area of ​​meadow → Primeval forest → Summit (the whole journey takes about 4-6 hours) V. Practical Tips 1. **Ticket fee**: 30 yuan/person (including basic maintenance fee), additional camping fee is required for camping. 2. **Equipment recommendations**: - Hiking shoes (anti-slip!), jacket, sun hat, trekking poles, raincoat. - High-calorie snacks and thermos cups (there is no supply point at the top of the mountain). 3. **Safety Tips**: - There is no signal in some areas. It is recommended to walk in groups and stay on the main road. - Be careful of leeches in the rainy season, do not go up the mountain during thunderstorms, and be wary of icy roads in winter.