[2025 Li County Attraction] Travel Guide for Miyaluo Scenic Area (Updated Jan)

October 2, 2024 D42: Mentang–Deyang Aba County is part of the vast grasslands of northwestern Sichuan, with its wide open skies and lush green grass. At the Grassland Village Nomadic Flavor Service Area on National Highway 347, you can experience the nomadic lifestyle of "living by the water and grass" and enjoy the vast grassland scenery and melodious pastoral songs. On the Hongyuan section of National Highway 248, a familiar sight comes into view—the Yangtze River and Yellow River Watershed. I recall the photos as proof that I've been here before, haha. The red leaves of Miyaluo have just started to turn red, with some "pioneers" already showing off their beauty, inviting people to come and admire the spectacular sight of frost-covered leaves (from mid-October to the end of November). It's not the season for viewing the Emetang Flower Sea, so I pass by quickly. Tomorrow, I'll visit my parents back home and return to explore Sichuan another day. The 42-day leisure tour of two provinces and one region in northwest China was a rewarding experience. First, visiting the army has always been my wish, and it was fulfilled. Second, I rediscovered the charm of the beautiful Xinjiang. Third, I gained some experience in RV camping. Traveling is not just about seeing the scenery in a different place, but also about experiencing the local life and culture. Only by being there can you truly appreciate the joy brought by the shock, magnificence, and surprise. Turn the distant places you want to visit into roads you've traveled, and let travel become the spice of life.

Hi, travel lovers! Don't miss this exciting 4-day tour of Maoxian! Check out this super useful guide and start your journey now! . 🏃 Itinerary: D1: Departure - [High-speed train ticket included] - Chengdu. Free time after hotel check-in. Overnight in Chengdu. 💼 You can choose a transfer service to the hotel upon arrival in Chengdu for a relaxing start to your journey. D2: Shuangqiaogou - Mount Siguniang - Lixiaolu 🏞️ Explore the natural wonders of Shuangqiaogou, admire the magnificent mountains of Mount Siguniang, and stroll through the idyllic scenery of Lixiaolu. D3: Bipenggou - Panyang Lake - Miyaluo Scenic Area 🌲 Walk through the primeval forest of Bipenggou, enjoy the tranquility of Panyang Lake, and visit the beautiful autumn scenery of Miyaluo. D4: Dagu Glacier Scenic Area - Dagu Glacier Observation Deck - Dagu Glacier Scenic Area - Dongcuo Sun and Moon Sea - Lingyun Waterfall ❄️ Climb Dagu Glacier for a panoramic view of the glacier, stroll along Dongcuo Sun and Moon Sea to experience the charm of the plateau lake, and finally enjoy the magnificent view of Lingyun Waterfall. . Must-visit attractions: ✨ Mount Siguniang: Like four girls in white veils, the four peaks are connected, showing the magnificent mountain scenery. It is a paradise for mountaineers. 🍁 Bipenggou: The scenery here is always colorful throughout the year. In autumn, the red leaves are like fire, reflecting the snow-capped mountains and lakes, which is breathtakingly beautiful. 🌲 Shuangqiaogou: Walking into this place is like being in a beautiful painting. Forests, grasslands, and pastures are intertwined, and the towering snow-capped peaks stand in front of you, making you feel relaxed and happy. . 🎒 Travel essentials: Maoxian travel checklist revealed! 👚 Clothing: Bring a windproof and warm jacket, a down jacket, and a change of clothes. Don't forget thick thermal pants! 👟 Shoes: Non-slip hiking shoes are preferred. Bring trekking poles. Be careful on slippery roads on rainy days. 🎩 Accessories: Don't forget a windproof hat, scarf, and sunglasses for sun protection and style! 💳 Documents: Bring your ID card and student ID. Don't forget cash and bank cards for emergencies. 🍞 Food: Bring enough snacks and dry food, as well as drinking water. It's important to replenish your energy! 🧴 Skincare: Sunscreen is a must, as well as lip balm. Moisturizing is essential. 💊 Medicine: Bring cold medicine and painkillers, as well as band-aids. Safety first! . Maoxian is not only about beautiful scenery but also stories waiting to be discovered! Don't miss it. Start your unique journey now! 🎉

Autumn has quietly settled in Aba, bringing an end to the summer heat. At this moment, the fields of Western Sichuan are filled with a pleasant, faint burnt smell. The sun has baked everything ripe to be even softer. The yellow maple leaves 🍁 are mixed with the reddish-brown oak leaves, creating a vibrant scene that stretches to the horizon. [Five-Day Small Loop] Day 1: Arrive in Chengdu Day 2: Chengdu – Gurgou Day 3: Gurgou – San'ao Campsite Day 4: San'ao Campsite – Mao County Day 5: Mao County – Chengdu [Unmissable Aba] 1️⃣ Miyaluo: The colorful autumn forest is a beautiful sight that can only be seen during a limited time! Experience the true meaning of "the mountains are all red, and the forests are all dyed." Bipenggou and Naizigou are also must-see scenic spots! 2️⃣ San'ao Snow Mountain Campsite: Experience camping 🏕️, open the tent ⛺ to see the distant snow-capped mountains, and enjoy the starry sky at night. I was lucky enough to capture the Milky Way. 3️⃣ Dagu Glacier: This is the "nearest faraway" described by the writer Alai. The snow that never melts on the mountain top is the result of billions of years of accumulation. Time and nature have given it a sense of distance and mystery. At the top of the snow-capped mountain, it feels like you can touch the sky. At this moment, the world seems to pause for you. 4️⃣ Qiang Village: The Qiang people are descendants of the Yan Emperor and the Yellow Emperor, known as the "people on the clouds." They are ancient and mysterious. During this trip, you will have the opportunity to experience their unique culture and stories up close. [Recommended Reasons] 🚩 The Aba loop connects directly, avoiding popular scenic spots and focusing on the experience. The route includes glaciers, colorful forests, hot springs, and other special attractions. 🚩 There are also autumn-exclusive camping and hiking activities. Under the guidance of professionals, you can safely and comfortably enjoy the beautiful scenery of Western Sichuan. At night, you can chat by the stove under the starry sky. Don't miss Western Sichuan again. The sacred snow-capped mountains, vast grasslands, and picturesque lakes witness every encounter with nature and our meeting.

🍁Miyaluo is the largest red leaf scenic area in China. From October to November every year, the red leaves of Miyaluo can be described as "overwhelming": the scenic area covers an area of 3,688 square kilometers, making it one of the largest red leaf scenic areas in China. 🍁Miyaluo's red leaves come in a variety of shapes and colors. "Three thousand three hundred ditches, three thousand three hundred beams, every ditch has red leaves, every ditch has melting snow, every ditch has springs." This sentence vividly depicts the unique charm of Miyaluo in autumn. Here, the red leaves are not just a single color, but a visual feast. Maple, maple, birch, goose palm pine, larch and other tree species are dyed into gorgeous red and golden colors by the autumn wind. Bright red, crimson, scarlet, orange, pink, water red... There are more than ten shades of red, layer upon layer, like a colorful oil painting. 📍Location: The Miyaluo Red Leaf Viewing Area is located in the dense virgin forest on both sides of the G317 National Highway from Miyaluo to Gurgou. 🎟[Tickets]: Free, other separate scenic spots will be charged (such as Bipenggou, Gurgou Hot Spring, Taoping Qiang Village) 🚗[Transportation]: ✔Self-driving: Depart from Chengdu, via Dujiangyan, Yingxiu, Wenchuan, and drive along National Highway G317, it takes about 5 hours to reach Miyaluo. ✔Group tour/charter: relatively time-saving and labor-saving, the cost is actually not much different.

Dear travelers, welcome to Miyaluo, a place blessed by nature. Here, you can escape the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy the tranquility and beauty of mountains, rivers, and forests. 🏞️ The Charm of Miyaluo Miyaluo is a small town in Sichuan Province, full of primitive scenery. With magnificent mountains, clear streams, and rich vegetation, every step feels like walking into a painting. Whether hiking or simply strolling along the paths, you can experience the charm of nature. 🚶‍♂️ Recommended Attractions 1. Miyaluo Scenic Area: - With colorful autumn leaves and fresh air, this is a paradise for photography enthusiasts. Especially in autumn, the red and yellow intertwined forests are like an oil painting, intoxicating. 2. Baishui River: - The river is crystal clear, and walking along the riverbank, you can hear the gurgling water, completely relaxing your mind. You can also choose to have a picnic by the river and share this tranquility with family and friends. 3. Caohai: - An open wetland suitable for bird habitat, it is an ideal place for bird watching and nature photography. Surrounded by mountains, the scenery is beautiful. 🍲 Local Cuisine In Miyaluo, you can taste authentic Sichuan cuisine and special farmhouse dishes: - Farmhouse Chicken: Tender meat, a delicious dish that locals are proud of. - Wild Vegetable Fried Egg: Freshly picked wild vegetables paired with eggs, with a unique taste, allowing you to experience the fresh taste of the countryside. - Handmade Tofu: Pure and natural, without additives, is a healthy diet choice. 🏕️ Accommodation Suggestions Miyaluo has many comfortable small homestays and inns, and it is recommended to choose a location close to the scenic area for more convenient sightseeing. Homestays usually provide warm and thoughtful service, making you feel at home. 🌟 Tips - Wear comfortable and durable shoes to cope with different terrains; - Pay attention to weather changes and carry rain gear; - Respect local culture and customs and communicate friendly with residents. 🌼 Miyaluo is a small world where you can slow down and enjoy life. Here, you can not only appreciate the wonders of nature but also experience the beauty of harmonious coexistence between humans and nature. If you long for a simple and authentic journey, come to Miyaluo! ✨

I came to this small town to soak in the hot springs of Gulgou. This is a small town in Li County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture. The town is known for its hot springs. The town is small, with the ancient river surrounding it, and almost all the streets are lined with hotels. The air here is fresh, and the Gulgou scenic area has a long spring and autumn period, cool without summer, and is a famous summer resort. Gulgou is also the core area of Miyaluo Scenic Area, and this is the best time to see the colorful forest.

🍁 The most beautiful autumn in Sichuan! The fairy tale kingdom of the East, the most healing wonderland, so beautiful it takes your breath away 🌟 🚗 Depart from Chengdu, whether you're driving yourself or taking a leisurely train ride, each way lets you experience a different side of Miyaluo. 🛣 🏞 Red Leaf Valley, the name alone is enough to make your heart flutter. The autumn leaves are like a poem or a painting, as if nature spilled its palette here, so beautiful it makes your heart race. 🌈 📸 Stroll through Red Leaf Valley, every step is a view, every shutter click is a perfect picture. Photographers, this is your paradise! 📷 🛀 Gulgou Hot Springs, bathe in the natural sulfur hot springs and let your body and mind relax completely. Here, time seems to slow down, leaving only warmth and tranquility. 💆‍♀ 🏞 The primeval forest and waterfalls of Bipenggou are the shining pearls of the Tibetan Qiang culture corridor. The natural scenery here makes you feel like you're in a paradise. 🌿 🏡 Taoping Qiang Village, the world's most complete "living fossil" of Qiang architectural culture and art, a primitive Qiang village that retains its simplicity, making you feel the weight of history. 🗿 🍲 Taste authentic Tibetan Qiang cuisine, zanba, butter tea, yak meat, each bite is an ultimate temptation for your taste buds. Here, food is not just a pleasure, but a cultural experience. 🥢 🏨 The hotels and guesthouses near Red Leaf Valley each have their own unique style and story. Here, accommodation itself is a journey. 🛌 🧳 Travel tips: Autumn is the best season to visit, but there are many people, so it is recommended to book accommodation in advance. The plateau climate is changeable, so please bring sunscreen, rain gear, and warm clothing. 🧥 🌟 Miyaluo, a place that makes people linger, a place that makes people feel refreshed. Here, you will find that life can be so colorful. 🌲

🇨🇳Miyaluo Scenic Area is located in Li County, Aba Prefecture, Sichuan Province🖼️. It is one of the largest red leaf scenic areas discovered and opened in China, famous for its golden autumn leaves and the magical Tibetan and Qiang ethnic customs. 📍Detailed address: Within Li County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province ✅Tickets🎫 None, Miyaluo is not a concentrated scenic area. The scenic area is along the highway, with the best scenery within 10KM ahead from Miyaluo Town🖼️🌱

Hidden in the 360° snow mountain viewing platform of Miyaluo God must love the Miyaluo in autumn the most The biggest surprise of this trip to Western Sichuan is hidden in Erguxi of Miyaluo in the Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, surrounded by snow-capped mountains. The alpine meadows are very suitable for camping, and the hiking route is easy for beginners. Navigation to Erguxi Village, Miyaluo, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan to Erguxi Viewing Platform It's a 4-hour drive from Chengdu. After reaching the parking lot, continue driving forward for 1.5km, turn left over the bridge and up the mountain. Vehicle requirements: SUV or a car with a higher chassis. 2h hike, 3km length, 300m ascent The cattle and sheep along the way are very friendly and can be approached closely. The highest altitude is 3800m, and there may be slight altitude sickness. At the top of the mountain, you can see Mount Siguniang and Bawang Snow Mountain, and there is an extremely beautiful tent campsite. Be sure to bring a telephoto lens to feel the oppression of the snow mountains. This is my fourth visit to Western Sichuan, and it has never disappointed me. The palatial autumn colors here make me linger and forget to return. If you like it, please bookmark and follow, so I have more motivation to bring you niche travel routes

👍Most recommended: There are two main self-driving routes from Chengdu to Ma'erkang: Expressway route: Depart from Chengdu, pass through Chengdu Ring Expressway, Chengguan Expressway, Duwen Expressway, Rongchang Expressway, and National Highway 248, with a total length of 317.6 kilometers, and a driving time of 4 hours and 2 minutes. Non-expressway route: Depart from Chengdu, pass through Panda Avenue, Provincial Highway 217, with a total length of 412.1 kilometers, and a driving time of 9 hours and 8 minutes. Along the way, there are scenic spots such as Dujiangyan Scenic Area, Wenchuan Special Tourism Area in Aba Prefecture, Wolong Shenshuping Base in China Giant Panda Garden, Miyaluo Scenic Area, and Chegu Mountain Nature Park. ❤Recommended reasons: Ma'erkang is the capital of the Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture in Sichuan, known as the 'City of Butter Lamps'. Below is the Ma'erkang self-driving tour guide: 🗓Itinerary planning: Day one: Chengdu - Dujiangyan - Siguniang Mountain - Danba; Day two: Danba - Bamei - Moshigou Park - Tagong Grassland - Xinduqiao; Day three: Xinduqiao - Kangding - Zheduo Mountain Pass - Moxi Ancient Town; Day four: Hailuogou - Red Stone Beach - Kangding; Day five: Kangding - Mugecuo - Moxi Ancient Town; Day six: Moxi Ancient Town - Ma'erkang - Zhuokeji Tusi Official Fortress Day seven: Ma'erkang - Xisuo Folk Houses - Guanyin Temple - Songgang Zhibo Watchtower - Ma'erkang Day eight: Ma'erkang - Lixian - Wenchuan - Chengdu 📝Note tips: Precautions: Ma'erkang City is located on the Western Sichuan Plateau, where the ultraviolet rays are strong, it is recommended to take sun protection measures; Since Tibetan compatriots do not eat fish, it is advised not to eat fish in front of Tibetan compatriots; Prepare some medicine to prevent altitude sickness.

The Eye of Miyaluo Na Mountain (with guide) Navigation: Li County Miyaluo Er Gu Creek Na Mountain Drive: 3.5h-4h (Departing from Chengdu) Altitude: 4475m, cumulative ascent 1600m Route: 19km (two-step track) Difficulty: Itinerary: 1.5-day itinerary - Arrive at the foot of the mountain the day before, stay in a guesthouse. Start climbing at 7:45am the next morning (no need for a headlamp). 5.5h to the summit, 4h to descend. Dress: Quick-drying inner layer + down vest + fleece + storm jacket, quick-drying pants + waterproof fleece pants, wool hat, thick gloves, non-slip hiking shoes Equipment: Ice claws, snow covers, trekking poles, knee pads, thermos, power bank, backpack Attention!! 1 It is recommended to wear a headlamp and start early in the morning, so there will be more time for the summit. It will be difficult to reach the summit in 5h, requiring a steady pace without rest throughout the journey. (Of course, this does not apply to experts haha) 2 The snow is very thick on the way to the summit, reaching the calves, which is very dangerous. And you need to climb over one mountain after another, which is a double test of physical strength and will in snowy weather! (Be mentally prepared) 3 The section of the road down from the summit is also very dangerous, the icy road is very narrow, and one side is a deep landslide, you must be careful! (I was pulled up by the team leader after falling down)

I specifically detoured there and casually took some photos on the top of the mountain. Although the photos were taken in a non-professional manner, the actual scenery is even more breathtaking. The photo location is on the top of the mountain in Miyaluo Town, Lixian County. It takes about 25 minutes to drive from the town, winding all the way up to an altitude of about 3600 meters. The mountain road is narrow and can only be driven up. Although it is still September, the red leaves have not fully turned red, but the grasslands, clouds, mountains, and eagles on the mountain together constitute a stunning scenery. Due to my work, I have to go up the mountain every day, but the scenery is different every day, and sunny and rainy days have their own beauty. It should be noted that it is now the forest fire prevention season, and no wild cooking is allowed on the mountain. At the same time, animals such as cows, hares, and pheasants often appear on the side of the road. There is usually fog when going up the mountain in the morning, so be sure to pay attention when driving. In addition, there is a iron gate at the fork near the top of the mountain. It is best to consult at the security pavilion at the foot of the mountain whether you can open the door to enter. As for whether there is a charge, I am not sure, because we are working there, so we do not need to pay.

Location📍 Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province The Miyaluo route is really too beautiful this season If you want to avoid the crowd during the National Day, you can choose this route to experience the colorful fairy-tale world, all the beauty is in sight Miyaluo is one of the largest red leaf scenic spots discovered and opened in our country. It is famous for its golden autumn red leaves and magical Tibetan and Qiang style. Many tourists come here for its reputation 57km away from Bipenggou, the best viewing period is before mid-October Miyaluo Town🏠 1、The town is very quiet, the architectural style is worth appreciating, and the photos are beautiful. 2、The town does not require tickets, there are many accommodations and snack shops. 3、Accommodation needs to be booked in advance during the peak season 4、Love the environment, respect the local customs and customs