Wuguishan, Zhongshan, Guangdong | The "Jiuzhaigou" of Zhongshan

|The "Jiuzhaigou" of Zhongshan. 🏞️ Overview of Wuguishan: Wuguishan is located in Zhongshan, Guangdong Province, and is an important ecological protection area in the Pearl River Delta. The area is characterized by rolling hills, dense forests, babbling streams, and fresh air. 🎫 Tickets: Free 🚗 Parking: Free parking is available at the Street Party and Mass Service Center 🏞️ Recommended activities: Hiking + mountain climbing + lake check-in 🚶♂️ Route length: About 10 km, with an elevation gain of about 800 m 📅 Best time to visit: December to January, when the cool autumn and winter weather is perfect for hiking. 🌄 Along the way, you will see Chang Keng Waterfall, Xiaolan Reservoir, and streams in the bamboo forest, all of which are masterpieces of nature. The entire hike from Xikengwei, Wuguishan is about 9 km and takes about 6 hours. The journey there is difficult, but the return journey is relatively easy. 👣 Hiking routes: General route: Start at Xianzong Longyuan —> Climb the mountain through the bamboo forest in Heping Village —> Check in at Chang Keng Waterfall —> Walk through the jungle by the reservoir lake —> End at Xianzong Longyuan Alternative route: Start at Chang Keng Level 3 Reservoir —> Chang Keng Waterfall —> Xiaolan Reservoir —> Wushi Peak —> Makeng Reservoir/Qinqitang Reservoir 🔍 Recommended check-in points: 1️⃣ Bamboo forest: Walking through the green bamboo forest is like being in the poetry and paintings of ancient literati. 2️⃣ Feiputan: Listen to the sound of the spring water, watch the waterfall cascade down, and feel the majestic power of nature. 3️⃣ Mountain top viewing platform: Climb to the top of the mountain and overlook the beautiful scenery of Wuguishan, which will make you feel relaxed and happy. 📸 Photography tips: ● Choose early morning or dusk, when the light is soft and better for taking photos. ● Use the flowers, plants, and trees in the mountains as the foreground to add layers to your photos. ● Try different shooting angles to capture different beautiful scenery. 🍽️ Local delicacies: Zhongshan pigeon, stir-fried mountain snails, Hakka salted chicken, cactus dishes 🎒 Hiking tips: Download the itinerary map The journey there is difficult, but the return journey is relatively easy There are no supplies or toilets along the way Visit on a sunny day The lake is suitable for taking photos, and the drone view is excellent Bald cypress trees turn red from December to January Travel with others, pay attention to safety, and protect the environment Wear long sleeves and pants to protect against mosquitoes and scratches from branches 🚨 Beginners: Do not go alone, as it is easy to get lost. It is recommended to travel with others. 💐 Equipment recommendations: Sun protection clothing, hiking shoes, backpack, trekking poles, knee pads, headlamp, power bank, kinesiology tape, first aid kit, sunglasses, hat, gloves, sunscreen, tissues, wet wipes, mosquito repellent