Ruoding Mountain

For the National Day holiday, take a road trip to Hailuogou and stop by Ruoding Mountain along the way. It's known as the "Little Switzerland" of Western Sichuan, and the scenery is fantastic. _ We started from Chengdu and took the highway to Moxi Town, which took about 3.5 hours. There might be traffic during the National Day holiday, so try to leave early. _ Staying in Moxi Town is fine; no need to fight for a wooden cabin on the mountain. There are very few rooms on the mountain, and they are basically impossible to book during the National Day holiday. Just stay in town at a homestay where you can see the golden mountain sunrise. _ 🔴 Road trip route Day 1: Chengdu → Moxi Ancient Town No need to rush to attractions after arriving. Stroll through the old streets of the ancient town and look at the old architecture—bluestone streets + wooden houses. Have some local hot pot for dinner. If the weather is good, choose a homestay with a good view so you don't have to rush around to see the golden mountain sunrise the next day. _ Day 2: Ruoding Mountain day trip Be sure to head up the mountain early in the morning. The mountain roads are narrow, so be careful when passing other vehicles. ⛰️ The mountain features vast meadows, wooden cabins, snow mountain swings, and cattle and sheep everywhere. If the weather is good, you can see Mount Gongga in the distance. It's perfect for taking fairytale-like photos. ⚠️ Honest thoughts: There aren't many food options on the mountain, and prices are on the higher side. You can bring your own snacks and water. It's very comfortable on the mountain, and you can easily spend half a day there. Head back down to town around 4:00 PM, and you can even stop for a hot spring soak on the way. _ Day 3: Hailuogou → Return trip Try to enter the scenic area early for a better chance of seeing the Gongga snow mountain. Take the sightseeing bus + cable car up to Camp No. 4 to see the Gongga snow mountain and get a close-up view of the massive ice waterfall. Walk along the primitive forest trail at Camp No. 3 to see the Caohaizi and fir forests. If you're lucky, you might run into some little monkeys. ✅ Head back to Chengdu in the afternoon to avoid the evening rush hour. _ 💡 Tips 1. There are many curves on the mountain roads, so drive slowly and be careful when passing other vehicles. 2. There is a large temperature difference. You can wear short sleeves during the day, but you'll need thick clothes in the evening, like a windbreaker or a light down jacket. 3. Use sun protection and wear comfortable shoes.

Planning a May Day trip to Western Sichuan with kids but want to avoid crowds, altitude sickness, and exhausting itineraries? This 3-day, 2-night family guide covering Moxi Town, Ruoding Mountain, and Swallow Valley offers a low-altitude, altitude-sickness-free experience with fewer people, beautiful scenery, and a relaxed pace. It’s an easy way to explore Western Sichuan’s snowy mountains and wilderness with kids, ensuring fun for both adults and children 👇 When traveling with kids in Western Sichuan, hiring a private car is truly the best solution! The road conditions from Chengdu are good, with only a short narrow mountain section on the way up Ruoding Mountain. Professional drivers know the route well and drive smoothly and safely. You don’t have to worry about driving, navigation, or parking—just enjoy the scenery with your kids, saving effort and stress. 🗺️ Relaxed 3-Day, 2-Night Family Itinerary Day 1: Depart Chengdu → Arrive at Moxi Town by noon, enjoy authentic Western Sichuan farmhouse lunch → Afternoon visit to Abu’s Ruoding Mountain, stay in a mountain cabin, stroll the forest with kids, watch cattle and sheep, and immerse in the wilderness fun Day 2: Watch the golden sunrise on Ruoding Mountain early morning → Explore Ruoding Mountain’s wilderness in the morning → Afternoon head to Swallow Valley’s Aidefeng·Xia, sip coffee and enjoy the view in a cozy courtyard → Return to Moxi Town in the evening for rest Day 3: Depart Moxi Town → Leisurely walk along Moyu Road, stopping to admire Western Sichuan’s stunning scenery → Return to Chengdu at a relaxed pace, with time to rest at home, fully refreshed for after the holiday 🏡 Family-Friendly Accommodation Options ✔️ Abu’s Ruoding Mountain: Only 4 mountain cabins hidden in the forest, very private, with windows opening to forest and meadows. Kids can sleep surrounded by nature and fully enjoy the mountain romance; you can also bring your own tent for camping, letting 5-year-olds experience camping fun and get close to nature. ✔️ Swallow Valley Aidefeng·Xia: A small mountain courtyard with only 3 rooms, very stylish, surrounded by forest, quiet and healing. Even if you don’t stay overnight, you can bring kids for a visit, have a coffee, enjoy the slow pace, and take some beautiful family photos. ✔️ Moxi Town: Offers a wide range of accommodations from luxury hotels to unique guesthouses. It’s close to Ruoding Mountain and Swallow Valley, with convenient transportation and great value. Staying here makes traveling and dining with kids very easy. 🌟 Healing Experiences for Families Here, there are no crowded tourist spots, only lush green hills and leisurely cattle, horses, and sheep. Kids can chase lambs, roll and play on the grass, watch clouds drift over the mountains, and fill their eyes with joy as time slows down. On clear mornings, you can see the breathtaking golden sunlight on the snowy mountain peaks around 6 a.m., a stunning and healing sight. On rainy days, the forest is shrouded in mist, like a fairyland, offering a different kind of beauty. Visiting in July or August, you can even take kids mushroom picking in the mountains, unlocking a unique wilderness adventure. 💡 Thoughtful Tips for Traveling with Kids 1. The entire trip is at low altitude, so no worries about altitude sickness! Ruoding Mountain is only 2200m high, and Moxi Town and Swallow Valley are just over 1000m, so even 5-year-olds can easily adapt. 2. Clothing advice: Western Sichuan has big temperature differences between morning and night. Be sure to bring short sleeves, a light jacket, and a thick jacket for kids. Wear short sleeves during sunny daytime and thick jackets when it cools down in the morning and evening to avoid catching a cold. 3. The UV rays in Western Sichuan are very strong and the climate is dry. Make sure to bring sunscreen, sun hats, moisturizer, and lip balm for kids to protect their skin. 4. If you have extra time, you can take Moyu Road (S434) to Kangding and Xinduqiao, where you’ll find stunning Western Sichuan scenery all along the way. You can stop anytime for photos and fully enjoy the experience. Accommodations 🏨 Gongga Divine Hot Spring Hotel A top luxury hot spring hotel in the heart of Moxi Town, adjacent to Hailuogou Scenic Area, with natural hot spring pools and complete family-friendly facilities, making it super easy to entertain kids. 🏨 Ancient Town Ancient Road Slow Courtyard A boutique guesthouse in Moxi Ancient Town, renovated from a century-old Western Sichuan residence, with a charming courtyard atmosphere and cozy family rooms, very convenient for exploring the ancient town with kids. 🏨 Yili Yunshan Hot Spring Guesthouse A wild luxury hot spring guesthouse near Moxi Town, surrounded by forest, with private hot spring pools and a large courtyard, family-friendly and perfect for a relaxing vacation. 🏨 Xinduqiao Yuzixi Starry Sky Camp A wild luxury campsite along Moyu Road, near Xinduqiao, where you can stargaze and watch the golden sunrise on the mountains. Experience wilderness camping with kids and unlock a different kind of fun.

The first trip of 2026 starts with staying in beautiful scenery! ⛰️ 🔥 The New Year room availability at Ruoding Mountain in Aba is now open for booking~ Quickly make a New Year's appointment with your loved one! 🎊 Standing in front of the forest cabin at the foot of the mountain, feel the breeze on your face, and look up to see a breathtaking large-scale landscape 🏞️ 🌈 Highlights you must check out: ✔️ An excellent view of continuous snow-capped mountains and azure lakes right before your eyes ✔️ Nordic-style forest cabins with a strong design sense, featuring 360° panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows ✔️ Watch the sea of clouds in the morning, sunsets in the evening, and count stars at night 🌠 (PS. It is said you can see over 100 meteors here in a year 💫) 📸 Photo tips: ✅ Stand on the grass in front of the cabin with the snow mountains as the background; every shot looks like a viral photo ✅ It is recommended to wear light-colored clothes, which match perfectly with the snowy scenery ✅ The best lighting for portraits is between 8-10 AM ✨ Exclusive experiences: 🐎 Horseback riding through snowy mountain meadows 🔥 Countdown to the New Year around a bonfire 💕 Confess your love under the starry sky 📍 Address: Ruoding Mountain, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, Ganzi Prefecture, Sichuan Province (Search "Ruoding Mountain Homestay" for navigation) 🏷️ New Year special events: New Year's Eve exclusive fireworks show 🎆 Tibetan-style New Year dinner 🍲 Starry sky photography class 📸 ⚠️ Travel tips: 1. Large temperature difference between morning and night, remember to bring a thick jacket 2. Altitude is about 3800 meters, prepare medication for altitude sickness 3. It is recommended to book New Year's holiday accommodations one month in advance (Picture description: A young lady stands in front of a Nordic-style cabin, with snow-capped mountains and lush forest in the background, sunlight shining on her face, creating a warm and healing scene~ ✨)

May Day crowd warning❗ Say no to being a "human meat pie"🥟 Come to Ruoding Mountain for a healing, laid-back holiday!💆‍♀️ ✨ Must-try experiences ✨ 🏔️ Stunning snow mountain viewing platform 360° panoramic snow mountain views Every snap is a masterpiece📸 (100% photo success rate!) ☕️ Mountain café slow time Stare at the entire snow mountain range Enjoy a special highland coffee This is the right way to vacation☕ ⛺️ Starry sky camping experience Grassland + snow mountain + Milky Way = perfection! Romantic vibes inside the tent✨ (Booking in advance recommended~) 🏡 Log-style holiday cabins Open the window to see the snow mountain Cozy and exquisite decor Relaxing here still feels like a vacation🛋️ 📸 Super practical photo guide ⌚ ☀️ 8-10AM: Best morning snow mountain views (Don't forget to set your alarm!) 🌄 3-5PM: Instagram-worthy afternoon tea time (Lighting perfect for photos) 🌆 Dusk: Tent silhouettes with great vibes (Strike a pose quickly) 🌃 Night: Warm and romantic cabin lights (Natural filter effect) 💁‍♀️ Handy tips 💡 🧥 Big temperature difference! Down jacket a must (Warm at noon, cold in the morning and evening) 🔋 Fully charge your power bank! (You won’t stop taking photos) 📱 Download offline maps in advance (Signal is unstable on the mountain) 🛏️ Book accommodation early! (It’s super popular, you know) 🌿 Come here to completely unwind Escape the city noise Have a romantic date with the snow mountain It will definitely leave you unforgettable memories~

If you want to temporarily escape the city for the weekend but don't want to overschedule your trip, you can set aside two days to go to the mountains. This time, I chose Abu's Ruodingshan, about a 3–4 hour drive from Chengdu. What attracted me most here wasn't the dense attractions, but the chance to truly slow down: spending the day relaxing on the grass, watching cattle and sheep, looking up at night for the Milky Way, and waking up early for a chance to see the golden mountain peak at sunrise 🌄 📍Navigation: Abu's Ruodingshan Homestay 🚗From Chengdu: About 3–4 hours 🗓️Recommendation: 2 days, 1 night 🌿Keywords: Snow-capped mountains, grassland, animals, starry sky, camping, slow living 🌿Day 1 | Arrive in the wilderness, slow down the pace Once you arrive, there's no need to rush any itinerary. The vast grassland is perfect for walking and enjoying the breeze. When the weather is pleasant, just stay on the lawn, watch the clouds drift by, and you'll naturally feel relaxed. You can also meet many small animals here: 🐂Cattle and sheep 🐕Wolfdog "Lafeng" 🐈Maine Coon "Meimei" If you love small animals, just interacting with them here can pass a long time. 🪵Relaxing with cats in a wooden cabin is also a form of travel If you don't want to be outdoors all the time, you can sit at the wooden cabin bar. Have a drink, pet the cats, and enjoy the mountain view outside the window. Not having anything planned can be very comfortable. The best way to enjoy a place like this isn't to "visit as many spots as possible since you're already here," but to spend time enjoying the breeze, chatting, and relaxing 🍃 🌌After nightfall, enjoy the Milky Way all to yourself What I truly look forward to is the night. Away from the city lights, the mountain nights are much quieter. When weather conditions are good, you'll have the chance to see a sky full of stars and the Milky Way ✨ While the daytime offers grasslands, snow-capped mountains, and clouds, the night completely transforms into a different atmosphere. You can bring a thicker jacket, sit outdoors for a while longer, listen to the wind, and watch the stars. The mountain night is truly healing. 🌄Day 2 | Wake up early to see the golden mountain peak at sunrise If you want to see the golden mountain peak at sunrise, you must wake up early. The original itinerary suggests starting to wait around 6 AM, but whether you can see it depends heavily on the weather. The golden mountain peak usually appears for a very short time, perhaps just a few minutes, so it's important to find a good spot and prepare your phone or camera in advance 📷 If you happen to have a clear day, watching the first rays of morning light gradually illuminate the snow-capped mountain will be one of the most memorable scenes of this trip. ⛺You can also camp at the campsite You can also experience camping here. The original guide mentioned that it's charged per person. If the weather is pleasant, you can: ☕Have tea 🔥Barbecue ⛺Camp 🌿Enjoy mountain views 🌌Watch the starry sky at night Not rushing through an itinerary, but simply sitting on the lawn and chatting with friends, feels more like a vacation. 🗺️Here's how you can arrange a 2-day, 1-night trip Day 1 Depart from Chengdu → Abu's Ruodingshan → Walk on the grassland → Interact with small animals → Relax in the wooden cabin → Watch the mountains at dusk → Watch the starry sky/Milky Way at night Day 2 Wake up around 6 AM → Wait for the golden mountain peak at sunrise → Breakfast → Relax with tea on the lawn → Return to Chengdu There's no need to cram in too many attractions. The focus of this route is to slow down. 💡Travel tips 🌄The golden mountain peak at sunrise is highly dependent on the weather and isn't seen every day. 🌌The Milky Way and starry sky can also be affected by factors like clouds and moonlight. 🧥Temperatures vary greatly between day and night in mountainous areas, so it's recommended to bring a warm jacket. 🔦You can bring a small flashlight for outdoors at night. ⛺If you plan to camp, it's recommended to confirm campsite fees and accommodation arrangements in advance. 📷If you want to photograph the golden mountain peak at sunrise, prepare your equipment in advance, as the best light is very brief. Sometimes, weekend trips really don't need many attractions. Go to the mountains for two days to enjoy the breeze, watch cattle and sheep, spend an afternoon with cats, look up at the Milky Way at night, and wait for the snow-capped mountain to be lit by the sun in the morning. Putting down your phone for a while and letting the wilderness take away your fatigue is probably the most comfortable part of this kind of trip. ⛰️🌿🌌

40°C high temperature in Chengdu? Not at all! Drive 3.5 hours into Luding Yanzigou, open the door and be hit by the snow mountain—the Wuxia Courtyard at 1800m altitude, with the sharp peak of Aide Peak emerging from the mist, and the air filled with the scent of pine needles~ ▪️ Live in nature: A quiet courtyard with three rooms, a loft with a private courtyard + soaking pool, an orchard full of apple trees (this year’s abundant rain means plenty of walnuts, turguas, and cactus fruits!); lie on the rocking chair in the afternoon eating cherries, playing with the dog, even the birdsong sounds like it’s been softened by a filter. ▪️ Eat wild mountain flavors: The mushroom and free-range chicken soup pot picked from the mountain in the evening is incredibly fresh! All the vegetables are freshly picked from the field, even the watermelon is as sweet as jelly~ ▪️ Play at the foot of the snow mountain: On clear days, you can see the golden sunlight on the mountain, and after rain, rainbows hang on the peaks; nearby Heluogou, Longhua Mountain, and Ruoding Mountain are perfect for casual visits, super comfortable for families or friends renting the whole courtyard! The homestay also offers afternoon tea☕️ (the coffee drinks are amazing!), and you can check in at the coffee shop at the door even if you’re not staying here~ No altitude sickness, fewer people, beautiful scenery—this is the ideal life for INFPs! This summer, waste your time in the wind at the foot of the snow mountain~ 🏨 Heluogou Aide Peak Summer Homestay 📍 No. 104, Group 1, Yanzigou Town, Luding Yanzigou

🏡 About the homestay: A private courtyard with 3 rooms Hidden in Yanzigou, Moxi Town, Luding, the entire courtyard has only 3 rooms, so quiet it feels like you’ve booked a whole mountain! · Altitude friendly: 1800m, the town’s altitude is even lower, no altitude sickness for kids, and elderly can stay comfortably · Perfect temperature: Summer ranges from 10+°C to 20+°C, thin blankets at night, long sleeves during the day, 10 times more comfortable than air-conditioned rooms · Style that hits me: Chinese wabi-sabi style, super new facilities! Open the window to see the forest and snowy mountains, wake up in the morning sitting on the bed watching the golden sunlight on the mountain, the terrace and second-floor tatami study have top-notch views 📸 · Room recommendation: We stayed in the “Jianshan” standalone loft, with a small courtyard + soaking pool, the whole yard is full of apple trees, pick some fruit and play with the dog, life is so slow you don’t want to leave~ ☕ Surprise experience: Coffee + afternoon tea included with your stay! The owner really knows how to live! You can come for coffee even if you’re not staying, but staying unlocks unlimited coffee drinks + afternoon tea, great value: · Highly recommend the “Osmanthus Rice Wine Coffee,” so fragrant I packed a cup to go when I left · All meals can be ordered at the homestay: breakfast is super hearty, and the chicken soup mushroom hot pot for dinner is amazing! The vegetables are freshly picked from the fields, so fresh it’s unbelievable · Seasonal activities: In summer, go mushroom picking in the forest with the owner; in winter, lie in the courtyard watching the golden sunlight on Mount Edgar, the experience is unbeatable 💯 👨👩👧 Kid/Group friendly: Enjoy the happiness of renting the whole courtyard The scale of 3 rooms is perfect for these scenarios: · Family rental: Kids chase the dog and pick melons in the yard, adults drink tea and chat on the terrace, full of homely warmth · Friends’ team building: Cook together, chat late into the night on the sofa, or daydream by the loft’s soaking pool, much more comfortable than crowded scenic spots · Solitude healing: Find a rocking chair and lie down all afternoon, eat freshly picked cherries and walnuts, listen to birds and cicadas, instantly recalling childhood summers~ 🚗 Nearby fun: Focused on “not wanting to go out” Once you move in, you really don’t want to leave, but nearby attractions are also close: · ✅ Hailuogou: Drive there to see glaciers and soak in hot springs · ✅ Longhua Mountain / Ruoding Mountain: Off-the-beaten-path hiking spots, few people and wild scenery · ✅ Village strolls: Fresh breeze, flowing water, mist, more healing than any scenic spot, all worries disappear! 📍 Practical tips · Homestay: Aide Peak · Summer (Yanzigou, Moxi Town, Luding) · Transportation: 3.5-4 hours self-drive from Chengdu, wide mountain roads, avoid the main Sichuan A license plate traffic · Climate: Big temperature difference in summer, bring a light jacket; high chance of rainbows after rain, remember to look up! · Small advice: Book in advance! Especially the “Jianshan” loft with courtyard and soaking pool, the experience doubles~ After two days here, I finally understood what it means to “live life like poetry.” No commercial noise, only snowy mountains, fresh breeze, and homely warmth. Next time, I want to come in winter and stay to watch the golden sunlight on the mountain ❄️

This is a little-known off-the-beaten-path travel destination Featuring snow-capped mountains, grasslands, cattle and horses, wooden cabins, and mist, it feels like a paradise on earth Here, you can fully relax your body and mind Enjoy the beauty and tranquility of nature This guesthouse is located on the mountaintop, offering panoramic views of the entire valley and snowy peaks The surrounding natural scenery is breathtaking, every snapshot looks like a masterpiece We also saw cute animals like cattle, horses, cats, and dogs! Tips: 1. The weather here is changeable, so it’s recommended to bring rain gear and warm clothing. 2. The guesthouse conditions are good, but transportation around is inconvenient, so self-driving is recommended.