Wawu Mountain Autumn/Winter Free Admission Guide! Go for the free period!

Wawu Mountain Autumn/Winter Free Admission Guide! Go for the free period! 🍁 Before the hike: Free admission? I have to take advantage of this deal! 😆 During the hike: Help! My legs are dead but the scenery is too beautiful! 😭 After the descent: Totally worth it! This trip was a steal, I'll come again next year! ✨ Hey ladies! I just got back from Wawu Mountain, catching the tail end of the free admission period (free until the end of November!). This fresh-off-the-press guide + my honest experience, I guarantee you'll finish reading with a smile and finish the hike "on your knees" (don't ask me how I know) ~ 🗺️ Route Options: For the Lazy or the Brave, you choose! I've personally tested two routes; lazy travelers and brave adventurers, please choose accordingly! Route Type | Suitable For | Highlights | My Hard-Earned Experience ---|---|---|--- Cable Car Direct to Summit Route (Jinhua Bridge + Gufoping Cable Car) | Lazy travelers / Photo enthusiasts / Families with kids | Table Mountain Skywalk, Yuanyang Pond, Sea of Clouds | A "truly amazing" journey: I initially regretted the cable car fee, but once up there, it was truly amazing! The summit is like a giant sky chessboard 🏞️, flat and easy to walk, you can even take stunning photos in a dress ~ Mid-Mountain Hiking Challenge Route (Gufotian Ladder Route) | Fitness kings / Hiking enthusiasts | Pristine forest, Sense of accomplishment from climbing | After climbing a cumulative 800 meters, I was completely exhausted! But on the way, I met a super cute squirrel 🐿️, casually sitting on the boardwalk railing, enjoying the view, looking completely "worldly-wise"! 🍁 Autumn/Winter Exclusive Beauty: A Feast of Colorful Forests and Sea of Clouds · Best viewing period for colorful forests: Mid-October to end of November, perfect time to go now! The mountains transform from green to yellow, then to red, vibrant like an overturned palette 🎨. · Sea of clouds + colorful forests in one frame: At the Rhododendron Garden observation deck, you can capture the spectacular "sea of clouds + colorful forests" in one shot. I took countless photos here, and my WeChat Moments exploded! · Chance encounter with first snow: I went early, but I heard that on November 1st, the summit had an incredibly early snowfall ❄️. The Yuanyang Pond area was covered in silver, and although it melted quickly, capturing it was a bonus! 📸 Must-Visit Spots: Every single one is picture-perfect 1. Yuanyang Pond: The fairy-tale lake at the summit. It's said that when the sun shines directly at noon, you can see the wonder of "three suns" – one in the sky, one in the water, and a third mysterious light spot suspended on your eyelashes! I stared hard for a long time, couldn't find the suns, and almost went blind 😂. 2. West Gonga Viewpoint: On a clear day, you can faintly see Mount Gongga and Mount Emei under the clear sky. But when I went, the fog was too thick... well, I had to rely on my imagination! 3. Lanxi Icefall: In winter, you can see the spectacular frozen icefall. Unfortunately, I didn't see it this time, which gives me a reason to come back! 4. Xiang'er Mountain Villa: The end point of the hiking route, surrounded by fir forests and rime ice. In winter, it's a fairy tale world ❄️. 💡 Hard-Earned Tips & Free Admission Hacks 1. Free Admission Info: Free admission until November 30th! Free admission! But remember to book in advance on the official platform and enter with your ID card. 2. Transportation: Navigate to "Wawu Mountain Scenic Area" by car. It's about a 3-hour drive from Chengdu. After parking in the scenic area, you'll need to transfer to a sightseeing bus. 3. Gear: Non-slip, waterproof shoes! The temperature at the summit is low, and roads might be icy. Lightweight, warm clothing, and a thermos (a hot drink on the mountain is truly life-saving). 4. Weather: Wawu Mountain has fog for over 200 days a year 🌫️, so the weather forecast is for reference only. You can check the scenic area's [real-time scenery] in advance to decide when to go up the mountain. 5. Avoid Crowds: Go on weekdays! Go on weekdays! Go on weekdays! Don't choose weekends; the experience is much better with fewer people. 🐿️ Hidden Gems: Encountering Mountain "Locals" · Squirrels: Not afraid of people at all, they'll rustle in the trees above your head, performing "cliff rappelling." Get your camera ready, but don't feed them ~ · Monkey Troops: More gentle and polite than their "seniors" on Mount Emei, they'll leisurely eat on the boardwalk, looking calm and "worldly-wise." 💝 Heartfelt Summary Climbing Wawu Mountain is indeed tough, but standing at the summit, watching the sea of clouds churn and the colorful forests spread out, all fatigue vanishes. What's more, it's free admission now, so not taking advantage of this deal would be a disservice to yourself! This autumn and winter, gather your friends and head to Wawu Mountain to experience the unique charm of "Table Mountain" and nature's beauty overload! Remember to wear good shoes ~ 👟 --- ✨ Follow me to unlock more fun and hassle-free travel destinations! ✨