01City Guide
Bipenggou
毕棚沟
All Ages
Admission
CNY 140 adult ticket including scenic transport bus. Optional electric-cart sections are separate.
Typical Visit
5-7 hours
Quick Facts
Ticket
Local cleanup or access fee: CNY 30 per person.
Hours
Open lakeside area with no unified gate schedule. Visit in daylight or around sunset only with a clear return plan.
Transport
No metro. Use a self-drive car, hired driver, or local transfer; public transport between Western Sichuan stops is limited.
Duration
1-2 hours
Best Time
Clear evenings from May-Oct; snow views possible in colder months if roads are safe
Visitors
Adults
How to Visit
1
Stop only if the weather is clear
Honghaizi depends on snow-mountain reflections and open sky. Fog or rain can make the stop weak.
Tip:Skip it if the sky is covered and you still need to reach Xinduqiao, Tagong, or Kangding before dark.
2
Pay the local fee and keep the visit short
After paying the local cleanup/access fee, park close to the lake where directed and walk slowly near the shore.
Tip:Do not drive onto fragile lakeside ground.
3
Watch altitude and wind
The lake is around 4,200 m. Take photos, enjoy the view, and leave before cold, wind, or symptoms become a problem.
Tip:Children and older travelers should limit time outside the car.
Highlights
- Short highland-lake stop on a Western Sichuan road route
- Snow-mountain reflection potential in clear weather
- Useful add-on between Kangding, Jiagenba, and Xinduqiao plans
- Low time commitment compared with major scenic parks
Insider Tips
✦Skip it in bad weather; the main view will not appear.
✦Bring oxygen and glucose if your group is altitude-sensitive.
✦Keep warm clothing accessible in the car.
✦Do not run or jump near the lake for photos.
✦Leave no trash around the shore.
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02City Guide
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党岭
Adults Focused
Admission
No unified scenic-area admission. Budget for local costs: motorcycle transfer to Hulu Lake can be CNY 200 one way; simple village lodging with meals can be CNY 80-100 per person.
Typical Visit
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Admission
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Typical Visit
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Admission
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Typical Visit
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05City Guide
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Admission
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Typical Visit
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06City Guide
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All Ages
Admission
CNY 90 admission, CNY 70 round-trip scenic bus, and CNY 135 round-trip cableway.
Typical Visit
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