"Shangri-La of Guangdong" | Shaoguan Yunji Mountain Hiking Guide.

|Shaoguan Yunji Mountain Hiking Guide. There is a special mountain in Guangdong that leaves people with an impression of maple flowers, snow, and the moon. The mountain is named Yunji Mountain because its peaks resemble the hair bun of an ancient elder and are often hidden in the clouds. Yunji Mountain (formerly known as Apoji) Address: Yunji Mountain Tourist Scenic Area, Xinfeng County, Shaoguan Restrooms: Only available at the scenic area entrance Supplies: Only available at the scenic area entrance, so it's best to bring your own supplies The maple leaves on Yunji Mountain have already started to cover the entire mountain. The scenery is even more spectacular than Maofeng Mountain. Maple viewing period: Late November to January of the following year Scenery level: Difficulty level: Easy Activity highlights: Highest altitude of 1,434.2 meters, total hiking distance of about 9 km, total ascent of about 950 meters Equipment recommendations - Clothes: Quick-dry clothes (bright colors recommended for great photos with blue skies and white clouds), quick-dry pants or sports pants, windproof jacket recommended as it is very windy at the top - Shoes: Hiking shoes or non-slip shoes, as there is a long sandy road that is easy to slip on - Hat: Windproof and sunshade - Gloves: Large rocks at the top require both hands and feet - Trekking poles: Optional