There are regrets and surprises, the journey to the west slope of Changbai Mountain, and the encounter with the snow and ice spectacle

The west slope scenic area of Changbai Mountain is the most spectacular and typical place of the four slopes of Changbai Mountain, and it is also the best viewing point for Tianchi. We set off from Tianmu Hot Spring early in the morning, came to the west slope scenic area, walked through a forest after entering the gate, and came to the station to take a bus up the mountain. The bus passed through the forest and snow field all the way, the snow became thicker and thicker, the weather gradually became gloomy, and snowflakes fluttered from time to time. When we got off the bus at the transfer station and waited for the snow to be cleared, the little friends started to take pictures in the snow. Some of the little friends from the south were very excited when they saw the snow, and they ran and jumped and took various photos, having a great time. We continued to go up the mountain by minibus, the altitude got higher and higher, the trees on the mountain gradually became scarce, and the grass was almost buried by the snow. We got off the bus at the ladder plank road, and the snow was getting bigger and bigger. The distant mountains gradually blurred in our sight, and we could only regretfully stop here, take a few tourist photos and return by the same route. On the way down the mountain, the mood was not as excited and expectant as when we came. When we passed a forest, we saw that the trees were full of rime, so we stopped the car and went up the hill to take pictures. Although there is no blue sky and white clouds to set off, the picture is slightly gray and monotonous, but it still can't hide the pure beauty in this icy and snowy world. The top of the mountain is full of wind and snow, but the bottom of the mountain is still sunny. Although we didn't see Tianchi on this trip to the west slope of Changbai Mountain, the rime is also an unexpected gain besides regret. Opening hours of the West Slope Scenic Area: January-September: 7:30-15:00 September-December: 8:00-15:00 Depending on the weather, the scenic area will be temporarily closed, please pay attention to the dynamic information of the scenic area in time. Tips: The tour of the West Slope Scenic Area takes 5-6 hours, it is recommended to go early. Fireworks are strictly prohibited in the scenic area, and drones are not allowed. You will sweat during the climbing process, it is recommended to wear breathable clothes. The temperature on the mountain is low, pay attention to keep warm. There are no toilets above the ladder plank road, it is recommended to solve it before climbing the ladder plank road. Accommodation: There are few shops and accommodations on the mountain and they are expensive, it is recommended to solve them at the foot of the mountain. There are guest houses in the station and town, Wanda Resort, Luneng Victory has star hotels and ski resorts, and there are Tianmu Hot Springs for accommodation. Transportation: Self-driving tourists navigate to the distribution center of Songjianghe Town for transfer. There are buses to the West Slope Scenic Area at the airport, station and hotel, pay attention to find the right bus according to the time.