Natural Scenery
Huanglong Scenic Area
Aba, China
3-4 hours
About
Sitting at 3100‑3576 meters above sea level, this high‑altitude valley features spectacular travertine landforms with multi‑hued coloured pools spreading along mountain slopes. It sits roughly 1.5‑hour drive from Jiuzhaigou, frequently combined for multi‑site itineraries.
Core highlights include Five‑Colour Pond, Multi‑Glow Pools, Golden Sand Pavement, Huanglong Ancient Temple and snow‑capped mountain backdrop. Visitors come for travertine landscape sightseeing and alpine hiking. Wooden boardwalks run through the whole valley; cable car and small shuttle services help reduce physical strain at high elevation.
Travel Tips
- No private vehicles inside the scenic zone.
- All tickets require real‑name advance online booking; no over‑the‑counter on‑site ticket sales, and daily visitor limits apply.
- High altitude brings obvious AMS risk. Walk slowly, avoid heavy exertion.
- Free oxygen‑supply rooms are available within the site. Prepare multi‑layer warm outfits, strong sunscreen, sunglasses and sufficient drinking water.
- Stick strictly to wooden boardwalks. Stepping on fragile travertine surface is prohibited.
- Drones need official advance filing and approval; unauthorized flight is banned.
- Last cable‑car and shuttle departures should be observed.
- Partial boardwalk sections may close under heavy snow or icy weather.
Facilities
RestaurantGift ShopPhotography Allowed
Admission
¥170/ adult
Child¥85
Senior¥85
Opening Hours
Mon07:30 - 18:00
Tue07:30 - 18:00
Wed07:30 - 18:00
Thu07:30 - 18:00
Fri07:30 - 18:00
Sat07:30 - 18:00
Sun07:30 - 18:00
Best Time to Visit
June‑August for ample water volume; September‑October for golden fall foliage with vivid pool colors