Wugong Mountain: A hiking paradise above the clouds, where every blade of grass and every tree is a river and lake
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Wugong Mountain is not only a mountain, but also a dialogue about courage, freedom and nature. Whether you are a backpacker, a photography enthusiast, or someone seeking to escape from the city, you can find your own answer here. Carry your courage and conquer the green ocean above the clouds!
🌄From the Slope of Despair to the Golden Summit, a journey of self-awakening at an altitude of 1,918 meters
1. First sight of Wugong Mountain: a collision of wilderness and poetry
1. Natural wonders: the shock of walking along the skyline
• Alpine meadows: The alpine meadows stretching over hundreds of thousands of mu are spread out like a green carpet, covered with green grass in spring, golden in autumn and snow-covered in winter.
• Sunrise over the sea of clouds: The Golden Summit Observation Deck is an excellent photo spot, with clouds flowing beneath your feet and sunlight penetrating through the clouds at sunrise, making it look like a "city in the sky".
• Cliff plank road: The Fuxing Valley glass plank road is suspended at an altitude of 1,600 meters, overlooking the canyon abyss, a double test of courage and beautiful scenery.
2. Unique Experience: Adventures that Transcend Yourself
• Challenge of the Slope of Despair: The altitude difference is 800 meters, the slope is nearly 70°, and it takes 2-3 hours to hike. It is a "rite of passage" to test your physical fitness and will.
• Starry sky camping: Golden-top tent camp or Diaomazhuang wild luxury tent, where the Milky Way is within reach at night and you can occasionally see shooting stars streaking across the sky.
• Ancient Road Meditation: Participate in tea ceremony meditation beside the century-old ancient road in Fayunjie and feel the Zen spirit of "one day in the mountains is a thousand years in the world".
2. Must-try routes: a comprehensive guide from entry to advanced
1. Classic two-day hiking route (suitable for most tourists)
• Day 1: Visitor Center → Shigu Temple Cableway (Zhong’an) → Ziji Palace → Fuxing Valley Plank Road → Diaomazhuang → Despair Slope → Jinding → Tent Camping.
• Day 2: Sunrise at Jinding → Baihe Peak → Jiulong Mountain → Fayunjie Meadow → Return to the cable car and go down the mountain.
• Highlights: Covers the essence of Wugong Mountain, taking into account both physical and photographic needs.
2. Three-day in-depth reinstallation (for experienced outdoor enthusiasts)
• Day 1: Hiking along the ancient trail of Shenzi Village → Jiulong Mountain → camping at Fayunjie.
• Day 2: Fayunjie → Qianzhang Cliff → Haohanpo → Juewupo Slope → Jinding camping.
• Day 3: Sunrise at Jinding → Diaomazhuang → Take the Zhongan cable car down the mountain.
• Hidden camera locations: the meadow in the morning mist of Fayunjie, the Qianzhang Cliff Waterfalls, and the stone tablet of the ancient road in Shenzi Village.
3. Practical tips: a complete analysis of transportation, accommodation and equipment
1. Transportation Guide
• External transportation:
◦ Take the high-speed rail to Pingxiang North Station, and take a taxi to Wugong Mountain Visitor Center (about 40 minutes, fare 80 yuan).
◦ Self-driving navigation "Wugong Mountain Visitor Center", the parking lot charges 30 yuan/day.
• Internal transportation:
◦ Zhong'an Cableway (70 yuan for going up/55 yuan for going down): Save energy in the first half of the journey and go directly to the middle of the mountain.
◦ Level 1 Cableway (80 yuan for ascending the Golden Summit and 45 yuan for descending the Golden Summit): suitable for those with limited physical strength to reach the Golden Summit directly.
2. Accommodation recommendations
Type Recommended Location Features Highlights Price Range (RMB/night)
Mountaintop Tent Golden Summit Station Tent Camp Late-night Stargazing + Sunrise Private Enjoyment 150-300 (Sleeping Bag Included)
Light luxury wooden house Diaomazhuang Yunzhihai Inn Panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows + floor heating 800-1500
Mountain Foot Inn Fayunjie Muyun Villa Return to the pastoral style + wood stove experience 300-600
3. Authentic cuisine
• Pingxiang Fried Noodles: Fried in a charcoal iron pan, served with eggs and bacon. We recommend the “Laopingxiang Noodle Shop” at the entrance of the scenic area.
• Amy Guo: Mugwort glutinous rice balls wrapped with bacon or dried tofu, steamed at Fayunjie Farmhouse for the most delicious taste.
• Alpine cold-water fish: farmed in the Fayunjie stream, with firm meat, you must try the “braised fish head casserole”.
4. Pitfall Avoidance Guide and Niche Easter Eggs
1. Tips for beginners
• Dressing advice: A windbreaker + quick-drying clothes are a must! The temperature difference on the top of the mountain is large (only 10-20℃ in summer), so you need to prepare a down jacket in winter.
• Hiking pace: Rest more when going up the mountain, and control the speed when going down the mountain to protect your knees. It is advisable to hike for an average of 8-10 hours a day.
• Ticket discount: 10% off if you purchase tickets through the “Wugong Mountain Tourism” mini program 2 days in advance, and half-price tickets for students/seniors with vouchers.
2. Hidden gameplay
• Starry sky photography: On the 15th day of every lunar month, you can take photos of star trails and the Milky Way in the same frame at the Golden Summit "White Crane Peak" (tripod + long exposure required).
• Explore ancient altars: Look for stone runes and bronze bells for blessing at sites from the Song Dynasty such as Gexiantan and Wangxiantan.
• Tea culture experience: Pick wild tea in the Fayunjie tea field and follow the tea farmers to roast "Wugong Mountain Cloud Tea".
5. Why choose Wugong Mountain?
• The ultimate release of natural wildness: the cliff path without guardrails and the desolate feeling of no-man’s land awaken the primitive survival instinct.
• All four seasons are picturesque: in spring, you can enjoy the azaleas all over the mountains; in summer, you can enjoy the coolness and escape the heat; in autumn, you can see the colorful forests; in winter, you can encounter rime and ice.
• A Utopia of Soul Healing: Find inner peace and strength in the wilderness far away from the city.
Pre-trip checklist:
✅ Check the weather forecast and prepare waterproof shoe covers and quick-drying towels for rainy days.
✅ Download offline maps (Amap/Aowei), some areas have no signal.
✅ Bring trekking poles (available for rent at the foot of the mountain), knee pads, sunscreen, and mosquito repellent spray.