I found a mini Jiuzhaigou in Hangzhou! The ultimate hiking route guide

You must visit Daqishan Mountain in Tonglu this summer! This isn't Switzerland or Jiuzhaigou, but a natural oxygen bar hidden within an hour of Hangzhou. Here, waterfalls hang like silver chains, emerald light reflects in clear pools, cicadas sing in the depths of bamboo forests, and stone steps wind into the clouds. Save this comprehensive guide to unlock the many magical ways to experience "Little Jiuzhaigou of Jiangnan"👇 📍Address: Daqishan Road, Tonglu County ⏰Time: 8:30am–4:30pm (last entry at 4pm) 🎫Tickets: CNY 46 (half price for students), tickets + Magic Paradise CNY 99 🚗Transportation Guide ▫️By car: 1-hour drive from Hangzhou, navigate to "Daqishan National Forest Park" ▫️High-speed rail: 15-minute taxi ride from Tonglu Station (recommended to enter the park before 9am to avoid crowds) 📸Must-see spots ❶ Bamboo Forest Secret Realm (at the entrance): The morning light penetrates the bamboo leaves, creating a Tyndall effect. Wearing a light-colored dress for photos creates a soft light filter. ❷ Water Curtain Waterfall (mid-mountain): A 20m high waterfall cascades down. Stand on the viewing platform and feel the cool mist on your face. ❸ Tianchi Lake (mountain top): The Tiffany blue lake is breathtakingly beautiful! It is recommended to use a wide-angle lens to capture the panorama. ❹ Flying Squirrel (optional on the way down): An exciting jungle slide, CNY 30/person for a 3-minute rapid descent experience. ⛰️Hiking Route (approx. 3 hrs total) Visitor Center → Bamboo Trail → Green World → Water Curtain Waterfall → Tianchi Lake → Daqi Waterfall → Flying Squirrel/Hike down the mountain → Magic Paradise 💡Practical Tips ✔️Wear non-slip sneakers! ✔️Bring enough drinking water (there is only a supply station at the mountain top) ✔️Drones require prior registration, the no-fly zone is near the waterfall ✔️Best to visit 2 days after rain, as the waterfall will be more impressive ✔️It is recommended to visit on a working day morning, as there are large crowds on weekends 🍃Nearby Activities ▫️Sheshi Village: A 20-minute drive to a century-old village, try the authentic misaipa (local dish) ▫️Yanziling Fishing Platform: Take a Fuchun River cruise and experience the real-life scenery of "Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountains" ▫️Lucun Village: A cool place for paddle boarding/kayaking Escape the hustle and bustle of the city, listen to the gurgling springs, watch the clouds roll by, and find inner peace in the lush greenery. Tag your hiking buddies and embark on a healing journey!✨