A must-read guide before visiting Heidushan.

Heidushan is located in Lenghu Town, Mangya City, Haixi Mongolian and Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai Province. It attracts many adventurers and tourists with its unique black Yadan landform and desolate natural landscape. ✌✌Best time to visit ‌The best time to visit is summer and autumn (June to September), when the weather is pleasant and the natural scenery is most spectacular. 🚦Transportation guide ‌Self-driving route‌: Depart from Golmud, head west along the G3011 Liugou Expressway, and cross the Qaidam Basin to reach Heidushan. You can also depart from Lenghu Town, drive north along the G215 National Highway for about 20 km, and stop and walk in after seeing the road sign 780. ‌Hiking route‌: Heidushan offers hiking routes of different difficulty levels. Visitors can choose to hike at the foot of the mountain or climb to the top according to their own situation. It is recommended to reserve 3–4 hours to complete the hiking activity. 📌Recommended attractions ✅‌Heidushan Main Peak‌: About 3,000 meters above sea level, standing on the main peak, you can overlook the entire Mangya Basin with a wide view. ✅‌Dushan Stone Forest‌: A stone forest landscape formed by volcanic eruptions, with strange rocks in various shapes. ✅‌Dushan Tiankeng‌: A geological wonder formed by crustal movement, with mysterious scenery in the pit. ✅‌Dushan Stone Sea‌: A stone sea landscape formed by volcanic eruptions, with stones of different sizes arranged in an orderly manner. ✅‌Dushan Temple‌: Located at the foot of Heidushan, it is a religious building with a long history. 📌Photography and viewing suggestions ‌High point shooting‌: The high point of Heidushan is an excellent location for photography and viewing. It is recommended to wear brightly colored clothes to stand out in the photos. ‌Drone shooting‌: Using a drone for shooting is more effective, with stunning results. 📌📌Exploration tips ‌Respect nature‌: Respect the natural environment during the tour, and do not litter or damage vegetation. ‌Stay connected‌: Keep your mobile phone and other communication devices open during hiking or adventure, so you can seek help in case of emergency. ‌Learn about local culture‌: Learn about local history, culture, and customs to enrich your travel experience. 🏬‌Accommodation‌: Lenghu Town is the main accommodation point for visiting Heidushan. Several new hotels have opened in recent years, and visitors can choose suitable accommodation according to their needs and budget. 🍚🍚Dining‌: Dining options in Lenghu Town are relatively limited, but they can meet basic needs. Visitors can taste local specialties in local restaurants or prepare their own food.