Taking the kids to Saihanba for N consecutive years! Please keep this parent-child autumn viewing guide

As a seasoned traveler who brings kids to Saihanba every autumn, I sincerely recommend this as the top choice for family autumn viewing. Fewer people, beautiful scenery, and not tiring. Please copy this tested guide directly! 🚗【4-Day Leisure Route】 𝐷𝑎𝑦 1: Beijing → Mechanical Forest Farm • About 4-5 hours driving, enjoy the changing autumn colors along the way • Stay near Mechanical Forest Farm (many accommodation options, convenient dining) 𝐷𝑎𝑦 2: Colorful Mountain → General’s Pond ✔️ Colorful Mountain: Take panoramic photos from the viewing platform, no need to hike down with kids ✔️ General’s Pond: Arrive before 4 PM! Watch the horses wading in the water, very spectacular (Stroller-friendly, 20-minute walk to the lake) 𝐷𝑎𝑦 3: Royal Deer Park → Panlong Grand Canyon → Nameless Mountain Sunset ✔️ Royal Deer Park: Bring carrots to feed the deer (kids love it!) ✔️ Panlong Grand Canyon: View from a distance, no need to go down with kids ✔️ Nameless Mountain: A local secret spot for sunset viewing 𝐷𝑎𝑦 4: Return trip + Wild trail exploration • Park along Qisai Road to find wild trails • Let the kids step on thick fallen leaves, the "crunch" sound is so healing 🏡【Accommodation Tested】 💰 Budget: Farmhouses, Home Inn Huayi (choose those with heating and air conditioning) 💰 Comfortable: Saihan Lake Hotel, Best Junlan 💡 Key point: Cleanliness + sufficient heating are must-haves! 📌【Parent-Child Exclusive Tips】 • Clothing: Thermal pants + down jacket are standard! We encountered heavy snow last National Day • Gear: Thermos + sunglasses are must-bring, windproof and sun protection both covered • Safety: Open flames are strictly prohibited in the forest area, check the car fire extinguisher • Bonus: Visit Ulan Butong on the way (separate ticket 120 RMB/person) 🎒【Must-See for Kids】 ✅ Stroller-friendly: General’s Pond is fully accessible with a stroller ✅ Interactive experiences: Feeding deer, stepping on leaves, finding pine cones ✅ Relaxed pace: 2-3 spots per day, no rushing There’s no amusement park here, but nature offers the best classroom. Bring your kids to collect this golden autumn!