National Geographic didn’t lie to me! The autumn in Guangwu Mountain is truly stunning to the point of legend!

Known as "China’s Number One Red Leaf Mountain," Guangwu Mountain in Sichuan is about to welcome its most brilliant season. The mountains are covered in red, the forests dyed in layers of color, creating a vast red ocean that is the longest natural red carpet in Asia!

📍 Location: Guangwu Mountain Town, Nanjiang County, Bazhong City, Sichuan

🍁 2025 Latest Red Leaf Viewing Guide

📅 This year, due to the leap month and climate effects, the red leaf viewing period is expected to be delayed by 10-15 days compared to previous years. Please be sure to check the latest red leaf index before traveling.

The essence of enjoying red leaves in Guangwu Mountain lies in timing and rhythm. The entire red leaf season lasts nearly two months, but different scenic areas and altitudes have different times for leaf color change, with rich layers of color.

✅ Guangwu Mountain Scenic Area (lower altitude)
🕐 Recommended time: Mid to late October to early November
✨ Key highlights: Qinv Peak, Micang Ancient Trail, Feiyun Plank Road. The red leaves here change color earlier, making it the perfect first stop for autumn viewing.

✅ Micang Mountain Scenic Area (core area)
🕐 Recommended time: Late October to mid-November
✨ Key highlights: Natural Gallery, Black Bear Valley, Xianglu Mountain, Langou Bridge. The red leaf scenery here is the most spectacular and a photographer’s paradise. The "Natural Gallery" is praised as one of Sichuan’s most beautiful scenic photo spots, where mountains and trees blend like a watercolor painting; "Black Bear Valley" is the main red leaf viewing area, where streams and red leaves complement each other beautifully; climbing to the top of "Xianglu Mountain" offers a panoramic view of the vast red mountains and layered forests.

✅ Shibayue Pool Scenic Area (water and landscape combined)
🕐 Recommended time: Late October to mid-November
✨ Key highlights: Peacock Pool, Five-Color Pool, Fairy Pool. This area features a combination of waterfalls, streams, and red leaves, creating a lively and enchanting scene.

🚗 Classic Recommended Routes

1️⃣ One-day Highlights Tour (focus on efficiency):
Guangwu Mountain Scenic Area → Micang Mountain Forest Park (focus on key spots like Natural Gallery, Black Bear Valley).

2️⃣ Two-day In-depth Tour (recommended):

· Day 1: Arrive in the morning, visit Yanzi Ridge and Qinv Peak in Guangwu Mountain Scenic Area in the afternoon.
· Day 2: Full day at Micang Mountain Tourist Area, including Natural Gallery, Black Bear Valley, and Xianglu Mountain. At night, experience the large immersive mountain-water night tour "Dream Guangwu Mountain".

🎢 New Exciting Experience: Dynamic Guangwu Mountain

Besides quietly enjoying the red leaves, Guangwu Mountain also hides a surprise — Guangwu Mountain Sports Theme Park.

· Be sure to try the "Red Leaf Sky Drift" (glass water slide) suspended above the red leaf forest sea, 4,283 meters long, certified by the Guinness World Records.
· You can also enjoy "Red Leaf Racer" (mountain coaster), go-karts, and other activities to add speed and excitement to your autumn trip.