Enjoy the World-Class Scenery of Jiugong Mountain in Xianning

Complete Guide to Touring Jiugong Mountain in Xianning 📍Basic Information 📍Location: Jiugong Mountain is located in Tongshan County, Xianning City, with an altitude of about 1500 meters. It is an ideal place to escape the summer heat. 🌡️Climate Characteristics: The temperature on the mountain is 8~10°C lower than at the foot of the mountain. On clear nights, you can enjoy the starry sky and the Milky Way. 🎟️Tickets and Transportation 🎟️Free Ticket Policy: From July 16 to September 15, the 60 yuan scenic area ticket is free. Self-driving tourists need to navigate to Chuanbu Village (Jiugong Mountain Tourist Service Center). 🚗Parking Guide: 🔒During the free ticket period, you need to reserve a parking space (now closed) or obtain a vehicle pass by camping/lodging on the mountain. 🅿️Vehicles can also be parked at the parking lot of the tourist center at the foot of the mountain, and you can buy a scenic area bus ticket to go up the mountain (25 yuan one way, 45 yuan round trip). 🚗During non-free ticket periods, vehicles can go directly up the mountain and park for free. 👣Tour Routes 🛤️Recommended Route: Yunzhong Lake → Shilong Gorge → Tonggubao. You can use the Two Steps Outdoor Assistant to get detailed tour route maps. 🍽️Food and Accommodation 🍜Food Recommendations: Try the local specialty food Baotuo, but it is recommended to buy it locally for better prices. 🛌Accommodation Suggestions: It is recommended to compare and book hotels and tent campsites online in advance or consult professional advice. 🎢Entertainment Activities 🌊Water Sports: Paid activities such as paddle boarding, kayaking, and canoeing add fun to your trip. 🚠Shilong Gorge Cableway: Take the cableway to quickly go up and down the mountain, play along the stream, and experience the beauty of nature. ⚠️Pitfall Avoidance Guide 💰The price of Baotuo in the scenic area is relatively high, so it is recommended to buy it locally. 🌅The sunset, evening glow, and starry sky on the top of the mountain are not to be missed, but you need to arrange according to the weather conditions. 🧥The temperature on the mountain is low, especially at night, so bring more clothes to keep warm. 🚌The road from Yunzhong Lake to Tonggubao is quite far, so it is recommended to take the scenic area bus to save energy. 👣Provide consultation on hiking routes up the back mountain of Jiugong Mountain to meet the needs of hiking enthusiasts. 💰Camping, accommodation, water sports, and other paid activities can enjoy discounts through specific channels.