The sunset at Yinping Mountain in Dongguan is absolutely stunning, I regret not going earlier
Yinping Mountain is located in Nanmian Village, Xiegang Town, Dongguan City, and is the highest peak in Dongguan, with an altitude of 898 meters. From a distance, it looks like a giant silver bottle, hence the name. The area is surrounded by clear water and dense forests, known as the 'Kingdom of Plants, Paradise of Birds,' and is home to many rare plants and animals.
📍Address: Yinping Mountain Forest Park, Dongguan City
🚘Self-driving: Navigate to the Yinping Mountain Scenic Area parking lot
🅿️Parking: Free
🎫Tickets: Free
🚌Sightseeing: 10 RMB one way
✅Hiking Guide
First, go to the sightseeing car ticket office and take a sightseeing car for about 30 minutes to the hiking entrance, 10 RMB/person. If you don't take the sightseeing car, you need to walk about 2.2 km to reach the entrance, which takes about 40 minutes❔
1️⃣Left hiking entrance, a stable route: about 3900 meters, along the way you can enjoy the scenery of clear water and cascading pools, the 'Fairy Monkey Watching the Moon,' and various flowers and plants.
2️⃣Right hiking entrance, a steep route: about 2700 meters, this route is relatively steep, with some places having slopes that may exceed 45 degrees.
🛑Route suggestion: Left up, right down, suitable for everyone.
📸Photo Spots
1️⃣Yinping Peak
As the main peak, Yinping Peak is a must-visit spot. Standing here, you can overlook the entire mountain range and feel the magnificence and vastness of nature.
2️⃣Waterfalls and Streams
There are many waterfalls and streams in Yinping Mountain. The water is clear and the rocks are beautiful, making it an excellent place for stream tracing and photography. You can feel the cool water, listen to the babbling water, and enjoy the tranquility and harmony of nature.
3️⃣Rare Plants
As the 'Kingdom of Plants,' Yinping Mountain has many rare plants. During the stream tracing process, you can carefully observe and discover those unique plants and get close to them.
✅Suggested Play Time
1️⃣If you want to watch the sunset, it is recommended to start from the sightseeing car ticket office around 14:30. Note that climbing is prohibited after 15:30; be sure to pay attention to safety when descending, as it will gradually get dark.
2️⃣If you don't want to watch the sunset, it is recommended to start early in the morning, and after descending, you can find delicious food around.
3️⃣The total time for climbing up and down is about 5-6 hours, depending on personal physical strength.
⚠️Notes
1. Bring enough water; there are supply stations on the mountain, but they are more expensive.
2. Prepare some food, such as chocolate, energy bars, etc., to replenish your strength.
3. Carry mosquito repellent and anti-itch cream, as there are many mosquitoes and insects on the mountain.
4. In the hot summer, also do a good job of sun protection.
5. Protect the environment, do not litter.
6. Check the weather forecast for the day to make appropriate preparations.