The bamboo sea around Chengdu is absolutely stunning! Just 1.5 hours away, it’s a summer paradise

1.5 hours from Chengdu, I discovered a hidden gem bamboo sea🎋! The Pingle Ancient Town Sichuan West Bamboo Sea Scenic Area is truly a divine summer retreat～

Here you can not only play in the water but also ride a small train🚂, go creek tracing adventures💦, and speed down slides～ It’s super suitable for bringing kids along, a triple fun guaranteed✔️

📍 Scenic area address: Qilong Village, Pingle Town, Qionglai City, Chengdu, Sichuan Province
🕘 Opening hours: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM (ticket check stops at 4 PM)
🎫 Ticket price: Early bird ¥39.9 (regular ¥60)

🚌 Super convenient transportation (tested best route)

Chengdu West Station → Qionglai Station: High-speed train 26 minutes ¥25 (many departures from 6 AM to 9 PM)

Qionglai Station → Pingle Ancient Town: Take bus 304 for 40 minutes directly, ¥5

Ancient Town → Bamboo Sea Scenic Area: 2 km walk or taxi ¥10, big signs at the entrance🪧

🏞️ Recommended routes

✨ Easy beginner version
South Gate ➝ Small train up the mountain🚂 (15 minutes) ➝ Slide down to Banshanting Pavilion ➝ Continue walking and sightseeing

✨ Hiking adventure version
South Gate ➝ Colorful bamboo forest ➝ Creek tracing and water play (30 minutes) ➝ Banshanting Pavilion ➝ Hike to the summit (1 hour) ➝ Giant guitar at the top ➝ Slide or small train down

📸 Must-visit spots

1️⃣ Xianlü Muyun Bridge: 199 meters long, feel like walking in the clouds☁️, perfect for wide-angle shots 100%
2️⃣ Glass plank road: Bamboo waves rolling🎋, nervous friends beware of shaky legs👀
3️⃣ Shout Spring: The louder you shout, the more spectacular the waterfall📢, a must for social butterflies
4️⃣ Fate Bridge: Couple’s lock🔒, super romantic photo spot

🍃 Tips

🌞 Summer is hot🔥, spring and autumn visits are more comfortable, but water play in summer is refreshing💦
👟 Wear sports shoes, bring sunscreen and mosquito repellent, long sleeves and pants are safer
👶 Family-friendly: strollers can reach the glass plank road entrance
🌍 Eco-friendly travel: bring your own trash bags, protect this bamboo sea

This bamboo sea is the coolest secret spot around Chengdu in summer! Whether it’s a family trip or a girls’ outing, you’ll have a whole day of fun～💚