Praised by "Chinese National Geography" as "the most spectacular Cotinus red leaf landscape in North China"

🍂 Tens of thousands of acres of Cotinus dye the valley red, the most beautiful autumn scenery in North China is in full swing
🌄 In late autumn Beijing, the most beautiful colors are hidden in Pofengling, Fangshan. This place is praised by "Chinese National Geography" as "the most spectacular Cotinus red leaf landscape in North China." The 200,000 wild Cotinus trees are now dressed in red, spreading from the foot of the mountain to the top, like a flowing red waterfall.

🍁 Currently, the leaf color change rate in Pofengling is nearly 70%, making it the best viewing period. If you want to catch the tail end of autumn, you need to hurry up!

🕒 Red Leaf Countdown, Precisely Grasp the Best Time
🍂 Peak Red Period: Now—November 7 (the colors are most vibrant, perfect for photos)
🍁 Red Leaf Festival Ends: November 16 (the late red period has its own charm)

🚗 Transportation Guide, Avoid Pitfalls
🍂 Self-driving
Navigate to "Pofengling No.3 Parking Lot," about 1.5 hours from the city center. Be sure to depart before 7 AM to avoid traffic jams. Parking fee is 20 RMB per time. During the Red Leaf Festival, there is a free shuttle bus to the scenic area.
🍁 Public Bus
Take bus 917 from Liuliqiao to Zhoukoudian, then transfer to F32 to reach the destination.

💰 Tickets and Fees
🍂 Ticket: 50 RMB per adult
🍁 Cable Car: 80 RMB one way, 150 RMB round trip (recommended to take the cable car up and walk down)
🍂 Opening Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

🚠 Easy Tour Route Recommendations
🍁 Route 1: Hiking panoramic route (about 2-3 hours)
Scenic area entrance → Red plank road (perfect for photos) → Rose Pavilion → Layered Forest Viewing Platform → Eagle Beak Rock (must check-in)

🍂 Route 2: Cable car easy tour
Take the cable car up to overlook the sea of red leaves, walk down to enjoy the scenery. The cable car goes directly near the Cotinus King, perfect for stunning photos.

📸 Must-Check-in Spots
🍁 1. Red Plank Road Entrance: Every snap is an autumn fairy tale
🍂 2. Cotinus King: Near the mountain top cable car station, a symbol of Pofengling
🍁 3. Yun Lake: A secret spot near the mountain top cable car station, where mountain streams and lakes complement each other
🍂 4. Eagle Beak Rock: 360-degree viewing platform at the top, overlooking the vast red mountains

💡 Practical Tips
🍁 Avoid peak times: Weekends are crowded, it is recommended to visit on weekdays or arrive before 8 AM
🍂 Dressing advice: Wear non-slip sports shoes, some sections are steep. Use the sandwich dressing method as there is a big temperature difference between morning and evening in the mountains
🍁 Hidden activities: There is a sheep pen café halfway up the mountain with a cozy cabin atmosphere; food markets and other events
🍂 Supplies: There are small shops and restaurants in the scenic area, but fewer as you go higher, so bring some water and snacks with you.