New Autumn Route in Southern Xinjiang～

Stunning Golden Poplar in Autumn! 3-Day Self-Drive Memory-Busting Guide in Luntai County 🍁

💥 Reasons to Go:
Desert Spirit! Millennium-old Golden Poplar Symphony 🌅
World’s Largest Pristine Golden Poplar Forest! Full golden filter effect guaranteed!

📍 Location: North side of the People's Government of Lunnan Town, Luntai County
🚗 Travel Tips:
About 6 hours self-drive from Urumqi
Recommended 4WD off-road vehicle! Be cautious on some sandy road sections

🔥 3-Day Highlight Route:
1️⃣ DAY 1 Wild Desert Route
Tahe Bridge ➡️ Golden Corridor
40 km of golden poplar corridor! Stunning aerial shots
📸 Tips: Arrive at the viewing platform 1 hour before sunset

2️⃣ DAY 2 Secret Hiking Route
Water Poplar Protection Area ➡️ Wild Camel Observation Point
Encounter desert spirits! Camel herd alert 🦋
⚠️ Hiking gear: trekking poles + high-top shoes essential

3️⃣ DAY 3 Photography Wrap-up Route
Deadwood Area ➡️ King Poplar Tree
Millennium-old tree king is breathtaking! Prepare your phone tripod

🍢 Food Arsenal:
Red Willow BBQ: freshly skewered and grilled roadside
Kumaichi: specialty grilled buns with juicy explosion warning
Tahe Wild Fish Feast: hidden menu at guesthouses

🏨 Overnight Guide:
Hotels in Luntai County or campsite in scenic area
Experience starry sky tents at the campsite ⛺

💣 Pitfall Alert:
Leaves are the most golden at the end of October!
Bring enough power banks + camera batteries
Windproof face mask is a must! Sand gets everywhere

Post by celestine_3548 | Oct 25, 2025