Wugong Mountain｜Measure the 1300-meter elevation difference on foot, from morning mist to the romantic Milky Way

The beauty of Wugong Mountain is hidden along the hiking trail from Shenzi Village to the Golden Summit— from the sweat climbing through dense forest, to the breeze on the ridge meadows, and then the light of the sunrise at the Golden Summit. This route lets you truly understand the meaning of an "outdoor paradise." This comprehensive guide covers everything from transportation to gear, so even beginners can confidently go for it～ 📍 How to choose the starting point for the hike? Beginners should pick the Pingxiang route first Wugong Mountain spans Pingxiang, Ji’an, and Anfu, but Shenzi Village (on the Pingxiang side) is the classic starting point for hiking enthusiasts! The route here is well-established with clear supply points, allowing you to walk all the way from forest to meadow for a full experience～ 🚗 Direct transportation guide (with money-saving options) • High-speed train/train: ◦ To Pingxiang North Station: After exiting, look for the "Wugong Mountain Direct Bus," 30 RMB/person direct to Shenzi Village (about 1.5 hours), or transfer at Huajianxi to the scenic area shuttle bus (27 RMB); ◦ To Pingxiang Station: Taking a taxi is more convenient, 40 RMB/person directly to Shenzi Village. Local drivers know the route well, and carpooling is more cost-effective～ • Self-driving: Navigate to "Shenzi Village Trailhead," parking is available at the village entrance (free), but during peak season, it’s recommended to contact guesthouses in advance to reserve a parking spot. 🥾 Classic two-day crossing route (with timeline) 🌟 Route: Shenzi Village → Jiulong Mountain → Boundary of Grass and Trees → Tieti Peak → Golden Summit (Day 1) → Zhong’an Cableway → Shigu Temple (Day 2) • Day 1: Climbing through dense forest, first sight of the meadow 7:00 Depart Pingxiang city → 9:00 Start at Shenzi Village trailhead (10 RMB cleaning fee) → 12:00 Jiulong Mountain Guesthouse for supplies (first fixed supply point, simple meals available) → 15:00 Tieti Peak Guesthouse (wide views, first glimpse of meadow shapes) → 17:00 Stay at Yunzhongwu Guesthouse (altitude 1600+, evening views of mist over the meadow). • Day 2: Ridge fast walk, quick descent 6:00 Early rise to watch sunrise (excellent views near guesthouse) → 8:00 Depart for Golden Summit → 9:30 Arrive at Golden Summit for check-in → 10:00 Take shortcut down from Golden Summit (1 hour faster than regular route) → 11:30 Arrive at Zhong’an Cableway station (if tired, take cableway down) → 12:00 Return to Pingxiang city. 🌿 Route difficulty analysis (must-read for beginners) 1. Dense forest climb (600m→1600m): The first half is all dense forest mountain trail, alternating water channels, wooden ladders, and rocky paths, with over 1000 meters of elevation gain. It’s recommended to walk slowly, rest 10 minutes every hour, don’t be scared off by the seemingly endless slope～ 2. Ridge crossing (1600m→1918m): After reaching the meadow comes the "devil’s test"—countless "uphill followed by downhill" ridge lines, the section around 1700 meters is the steepest! A little tip: crossing sideways on a gentle path along the ridge can save half the effort～ 🏕️ Accommodation & supply guide (pitfall warnings) • Accommodation options: On the mountain, tents and simple guesthouses dominate. Recommended are Yunzhongwu Guesthouse (perfect rest stop for the two-day trip) or the starry sky tents near the Golden Summit (great for stargazing). On weekends/holidays, book 3-7 days in advance. During peak season, standard rooms can rise to 800 RMB, and tents must be reserved early! • Supply tips: There are only 3 fixed supply points along the route: Jiulong Mountain Guesthouse, Tieti Peak Guesthouse, Yunzhongwu Guesthouse. ◦ Low-price area (Jiulong Mountain): bottled water 10 RMB/bottle, egg fried rice 25 RMB; ◦ High-price area (Golden Summit): instant noodles 20 RMB/cup, hot water 10 RMB/time. It’s recommended to bring 1.5L water + energy bars, chocolate, and buy more as needed on the way～ 🎒 Must-bring gear list (simplified) • Essential gear: trekking poles (save half your leg effort!), windbreaker (strong wind and big temperature difference at the summit), quick-dry clothes (sweat doesn’t stick), disposable raincoat (mountain weather is changeable); • Thoughtful extras: down liner (for sunrise at dawn), thermal blanket (emergency warmth), mosquito repellent (essential for forest section), iodine swabs + ibuprofen (for abrasions and muscle pain); • Bonus items: power bank (weak signal and fast battery drain at summit), hat (sun and wind protection), small amount of cash (some guesthouses have poor signal). 💡 Practical Tips • Don’t push yourself if you’re out of strength: from the Golden Summit, you can take the Golden Summit cableway → Zhong’an cableway straight down to the foot of the mountain. The Golden Summit cableway is slow, so reserve 1 hour for waiting; • Shortcut trick: when descending, take the small path beside "Wugong Spring" directly, which is 40 minutes faster than the regular plank road (look for red markers, don’t take the wrong wild path); • Best seasons: May-June for early green meadows, September-October for clear autumn weather. Avoid the heavy rain peak season of July-August, safety first～ Only after completing the whole journey will you understand: the romance of Wugong Mountain is the wind behind the sweat, the clouds you meet when you look up, and every step worth the effort. Get your hiking shoes ready, let’s go wild in the clouds together～