Autumn's Stunning Secret in Arxan

Golden, fairy-tale-like Arxan autumn is here🍁, taking over my entire autumn phone wallpaper! Here's a super detailed guide to Arxan National Forest Park—save it now~ 📸 Must-visit spots guide: 📍 Tuofengling Tianchi (Camel Peak Heavenly Lake) A sapphire hidden deep in the forest💎, climbing to the top requires 998 steps but it's absolutely worth it! Best to go in the morning for the best light (accessible by sightseeing bus within the park) 📍 Rhododendron Lake The lake reflects the colorful forest like a spilled palette🎨, the lakeside boardwalk is perfect for shooting autumn masterpieces (open anytime during business hours) 📍 Shitanglin (Stone Pond Forest) Asia’s largest volcanic lava landscape🌋, the dark brown stone sea contrasts strikingly with golden larch leaves (recommend reserving 1 hour for touring) 📍 Santan Gorge A secret spot upstream of the Haraha River🏞, emerald pools paired with red leaves are breathtaking (about 40 minutes on foot) 🍂 Travel tips: 1️⃣ Buy the sightseeing bus ticket! The park is huge and walking will make you question your life choices (ticket included in the 275 RMB package) 2️⃣ Bring a down jacket! Early October temperatures in the mountains are around 0°C❄️ 3️⃣ Drones must be registered in advance; some areas are no-fly zones 4️⃣ Recommended to stay at the Tianchi Service Area inside the park for easy sunrise and sea of clouds viewing 🚗 Transportation guide: Plane: Arxan Yiershi Airport is 60 km from the park (taxi about 150 RMB) Train: Daily tourist trains run direct from Shenyang/Changchun to Arxan Station Self-drive: About 4 hours from Ulanhot direction 🏡 Accommodation recommendations: Inside the park: Tianchi Resort Hotel (open your window to the forest) City options: Arxan St. Petersburg Hotel (unique Russian style) (Note: The 275 RMB ticket includes the sightseeing bus. Remember to bring your ID and warm clothes~)