Jiaozi Snow Mountain Travel Guide

Jiaozi Snow Mountain is located at the southwest boundary between Dongchuan District and Luquan County in Kunming City. It is bordered by the Jinsha River to the north and Kunming to the south, covering an area of over ten thousand miles. It is the highest peak in central Yunnan and is named after its shape resembling a sedan chair. As early as 1200 years ago, King Ge Luofeng of Nanzhao imitated the Tang Dynasty emperor's act of conferring titles to the Five Sacred Mountains, and appointed Jiaozi Snow Mountain as the leader of the group of mountains, known as the "Munibai" Eastern Mountain. The relative height difference of Jiaozi Snow Mountain is over 3400 meters, forming a three-dimensional climate of cold, warm, and hot, presenting a strange landscape of "one mountain divided into four seasons, with different scenery in each season". Cloud sea, Buddha light, sunrise, ice and snow world, and azalea sea are known as the "Five Wonders". Jiaozishan is the lowest winter snow capped mountain peak in Yunnan, with a unique natural landscape. Every spring, dozens of azaleas bloom in the mountains. In addition, the high mountain lakes and meadows of varying sizes on the mountain make Jiaozi Snow Mountain dazzling and colorful. From October to mid April of the following year, the mountains are covered in white snow and silver makeup. Landscapes such as rime, ice lakes, ice waterfalls, and snow plains add another layer of scenery, becoming a magnificent winter sight that can be enjoyed and skied

1. Scenic Area Information

• Opening Hours: 08:30-17:30, closing at 15:00. The above information is for reference only, and the actual public information on the day shall prevail.
• Ticket Information:
• Ticket: 35 yuan/person
• From Xinshan Pass to Sifang Scenic Cableway: 167 yuan/person
• Round trip shuttle bus within the scenic area: 30 yuan
• Xiapingzi tourism and sightseeing cable car: one-way 50 yuan, round trip 80 yuan
• Xiapingzi tourism and sightseeing cable car: one-way 40 yuan, round trip 80 yuan
• Preferential policies:
• Discount ticket applicable to: elderly people aged 60 (including) to 70 (excluding) (with ID card or senior citizen card), The sentence is: Full time primary, secondary, and tertiary students (with student ID or school introduction letter, except for adult education graduate students), children between 1.2 meters (including) and 1.4 meters (excluding)
• Free admission applies to: Revolutionary disabled soldiers (with disability certificate), elderly people over 70 years old (with ID card or elderly certificate), children under 1.2 meters (excluding), disabled people (with disability certificate), active duty soldiers (with military officer certificate), and tour guides (with tour guide certificate)

The above preferential policies are limited to admission tickets only, and transportation expenses need to be paid separately.

2.Main attractions

West slope, Aogu Forest, Shentian, Dongpo, Luoying Mountain, Dahai, Xiaohai, North slope

3 Travel Guide

• Huaxi: Huaxi is a beautiful place in the Jiaozi Snow Mountain Scenic Area, where mountain springs converge into a river and flow into the distance along the slope. In the spring and summer, azaleas are everywhere, blooming everywhere, and the mountain flowers are in full bloom, one after another, in clusters, dancing with the mountain breeze. Water grows from flowers, and flowers grow in water; Flowers have become flowers in the water, water has become flower streams and waterfalls. One line of sky: "One line of sky" is the most difficult section of climbing Jiaozi Mountain. Looking up or down, the stairs are almost vertical, and 760 steps will climb all the way to an altitude of 3987 meters
• Car roof: The main peak of Jiaozi Snow Mountain is the car roof at an altitude of 4223 meters, which is also the highest peak in the scenic area. Jiaozi Peak Sea belongs to the Gongwang Mountain Range, a remnant of Wumeng Mountain. It rises high into the clouds and is sometimes shrouded in clouds and fog locks. Legend has it that "qi and heaven communicate" and "it is difficult to find a path"
• Proud Bone Forest: Proud Bone Forest represents the sunny side of Jiaozi Mountain. Approaching here, one can see a rugged group of white "sculptures" from a distance. Upon closer inspection, one realizes that these dead tall cypress trees are crawling in various forms in the alpine meadow
• Tianchi: Tianchi is located on the west side of Jiaozi Mountain, with an altitude of about 4100 meters. The high mountain scenic area centered around Tianchi is the core part of Jiaozishan Scenic Area, and Tianchi is the soul of the scenic area

4. Travel routes

• Family leisure loop:Take the large cableway from the New Mountain Pass to Sifangjing - take the shuttle bus to Xiapingzi - take the cableway (or hike from Haohanpo) to Daheijing - Huaxi - Feilai Ice Waterfall - Daheijing - hike Haohanpo (or take the cableway) to Xiapingzi - take the shuttle bus to Sifangjing - take the large cableway out of the scenic area

Features: The whole process is relatively easy, with a play time of about 3 hours, suitable for younger children and families with average physical strength. On the way, you can enjoy beautiful natural landscapes such as ice waterfalls and streams. Walking by the Huaxi River, you can feel the tranquility and beauty of nature, allowing children to get close to nature in a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere.

• 1-hour journey: Take the big cableway from the New Mountain Pass to Sifangjing - take the shuttle bus to Xiapingzi - take the cableway (or hike from Haohanpo) - Daheiqing - Huaxi - Feilai Ice Waterfall - Daheiqing - hike Haohanpo (or take the cableway) - Xiapingzi - take the shuttle bus to Sifangjing - take the big cableway Exit the scenic area - return
• 2-hour itinerary: Take the Grand Cableway from Xinshan Pass to Sifangjing - Take the shuttle bus to Xiapingzi - Take the Cableway (or hike up Haohanpo) - Daheiqing - Huaxi - Waterfall Group - Moon Rock Rest Pavilion - Daheiqing - Hike on Haohanpo (or take the cableway) - Take the shuttle bus from Xiapingzi to Sifangjing - Take the Grand Cableway out of the scenic area - Return
• 3-hour small loop trip: Take the large cableway to Sifangjing at the mouth of Xinshan Pass - take the shuttle bus to Xiapingzi - take the cableway (or hike to Haohanpo) - Daheiqing - Huaxi - Waterfall Group - Moon Rock Observation Deck - Jingguaitang - Shentian - Moon Rock Rest Pavilion - return to Daheiqing - hike to Haohanpo (or take the cableway) - Xiapingzi - take the shuttle bus to Sifangjing - take the large cableway out of the scenic area - return

Features: This route allows children to enjoy various natural landscapes of Jiaozi Snow Mountain, such as alpine meadows, waterfall groups, and Shentian, which can broaden their horizons without being too tired. The playing time is relatively abundant, suitable for children and families with certain physical strength. During the playing process, children can learn about different natural ecological environments and enhance their understanding of nature.

• 4-hour summit journey: Take the cableway from Xinshan Pass to Sifangjing - take the ferry ride.Car to Xiapingzi - Take the cableway (or hike up Haohanpo) - Daheiqing - Huaxi - Waterfall Group - Moon Rock Observation Deck - Jingguaitang - Kanda - Sedan Curtain - Sedan Roof - Sedan Curtain - Kanda - Moon Rock Rest Pavilion - Daheiqing - Walk down Haohanpo (or take the cableway) -Xiapingzi - Take the shuttle bus to Sifangjing - Take the cableway out of the scenic area - Return
• 5-hour Central Junior Challenge Tour: Take the Grand Cableway to Sifangjing at the New Mountain Pass - Take the shuttle bus to Xiapingzi - Take the Cableway (or hike up Haohanpo) - Daheijing Scenic Area - Moon Rock Observation Deck - Jingguaitang - Shentian - Mubanghai - Tianchi - Shenmiao - Yixiantian - Huaxi - Daheijing - Walk on Haohanpo (or take the cableway) - Xiapingzi - Take the shuttle bus to Sifangjing - Take the Grand Cableway out of the scenic area - Return

Features: This route is more challenging than a 3-hour loop trip, but it is a good choice for children and families with good physical strength and some hiking ability. Children can exercise their willpower, cultivate perseverance and exploration spirit during the mountain climbing process, and also enjoy the richer natural scenery and cultural landscapes of Jiaozi Snow Mountain, such as Tianchi and temples, increasing the fun and knowledge of play.

• 6-hour resilience test of the Grand Loop Route: Take the Grand Cableway from Xinshan Pass to Sifangjing - Take the shuttle bus to Xiapingzi - Take the Cableway (or hike up Haohanpo) to Daheijing - Moon Rock Observation Deck - Jingguaitang - Shentian - Sedan Curtain - Sedan Roof - Mubanghai - Tianchi - Temple - First Line Tian - Huaxi - Daheiqing - Walk on Haohanpo (or take a cableway) - Xiapingzi - Take a shuttle bus to Sifangjing - Take the cableway out of the scenic area - Return
• Happy Tour Route of Xixue Park: Starting from the entrance of the scenic area, take the new cableway at the mouth of Xinshan Pass, and arrive at the 3100 meter altitude Sifang Scenic Jiaozi Snow Mountain International Ski Resort, where you can experience the fun of skiing; Afterwards, transfer to the scenic area bus and take the bus directly to the Xiapingzi Xixue Park area at an altitude of 3500 meters. The Xixue Park is divided into a ski slope area, a parent-child experience area, an indoor entertainment area, an outdoor experience area, and a rest and waiting area, allowing children to play with snow, make snowmen, and have snowball fights to their heart's content. Features: This route is particularly suitable for children who love playing with snow. In winter, skiing and playing with snow are essential activities when going to Jiaozi Snow Mountain. Children can release their energy in the snow and enjoy happy time. At the same time, parents can also participate together to enhance parent-child relationships. 250>

  V. Transportation Guide:

  • Bus Route: Take a shuttle bus from the reception center of the Tuodong Sports Center in Kunming, which costs 100 yuan for a round trip; Take a minibus from Kunming West Station to Zhuanlong Town for 20 yuan, then take a minibus from Zhuanlong Town towards Wumeng Township or Xueshan Township to Laoyakou, walk through Sifangjing to Daheijing Camp; The minibus from Kunming North Station to Wumeng Township departs every morning at 6:20, with a fare of 26 yuan. Get off at the Jiaozishan fork in the road, and the section from the fork in the road to Sifangjing is a simple road, 10 kilometers long. From Sifangjing to Daheiqing is a mountain climbing road, 3.2 kilometers long. You can rent a horse to climb the mountain, and the cost is 40-50 yuan/person
  • Self driving route: Starting from Heilongtan, take the Aziying Kedu Shangtouristic expressway to reach Jiaozishan Scenic Area; Starting from Phuket, take the Jiaozishan Tourist Expressway, and after arriving at Xiangzhuang, take the old asphalt road of more than 20 kilometers to Kedu, and then take the tourist expressway to Jiaozishan Scenic Area

  
  

  VI. Precautions

  1. Preparation before departure

  • Clothing insulation: The altitude of Jiaozi Snow Mountain is high and the temperature is low. Even in summer, the temperature on the mountain may be low, so it is necessary to carry sufficient warm clothing, such as down jackets, assault jackets, fleece jackets, thermal pants, hats, scarves, gloves, thick socks, etc.
  • Sunscreen products: In snowy mountain areas, UV rays are strong and can easily cause skin damage. It is recommended to bring high magnification sunscreen, sunglasses, sun hats, and other sunscreen products
  • Mountaineering equipment: If planning to climb, it is recommended to prepare hiking shoes or sports shoes with good anti slip performance, as well as hiking poles and other auxiliary tools. In winter, We also need to prepare anti slip equipment such as ice claws. In addition, when carrying a backpack, try to choose a lightweight and comfortable style that is convenient for walking and carrying items
  • Food and water: Although there are some small shops in the scenic area, in order to ensure sufficient energy supplementation, it is recommended to carry an appropriate amount of high calorie and easily digestible food, such as chocolate, beef jerky, nuts, energy bars, etc. At the same time, carry enough drinking water to maintain body water balance
  • Medicine preparation: Prepare some commonly used medicines, such as cold medicine, fever reducing medicine, gastrointestinal medicine, motion sickness medicine, anti dizziness medicine, etc.High altitude sickness medication, etc., to cope with possible physical discomfort

  2. During the tour

  • Prevention of altitude sickness: Jiaozi Snow Mountain has a high altitude and thin air, Easy to cause altitude sickness. During the climbing process, it is important to maintain an appropriate rhythm and not climb too quickly. If you experience symptoms of altitude sickness such as dizziness, headache, and difficulty breathing, you should immediately stop moving, rest in place, and take oxygen or anti altitude sickness medication in a timely manner. Pay attention to safety. Some sections of the scenic area are steep, especially in winter, and the boardwalk may freeze. When walking, be extra careful to prevent slipping and falling. Comply with the regulations of the scenic area, do not walk on the shuttle bus road without authorization, and do not step out of the boardwalk during mountain climbing and sightseeing. Do not walk while enjoying the view, and pay attention to foot safety.
  • Protect the environment.: During the process of playing, take care of the scenic area environment, do not litter, try to minimize damage to the natural environment, and jointly maintain the beautiful scenery of the scenic area

  
  

  7. Food Recommendations

  There are the following specialty foods in the Jiaozi Snow Mountain Scenic Area:

  Saba Ham: The hind legs of the excellent local breed Saba pig, Changbai pig, Hampshire, Duroc and other hybrid pigs from Luquan are marinated in the cool Saba Mountain area. It has the characteristics of good growth environment for live pigs, pure fragrance and deliciousness, clean and fresh color of ham, moderate softness and hardness, and low salt content
  • Crossing the bridge noodles. Soup made from fatty chicken, pig bones, etc. should be clear and transparent. Cut chicken jerky, pork tenderloin, liver, waist flowers, fresh fish, etc. into thin slices and place them on a small plate. For rice noodles, fine white and tough ones are preferred; At the same time, there are pea tips, yellow bud chives, tender spinach, etc. During meals, use a large "sea bowl" to serve soup, add monosodium glutamate, radish, and cooked chicken oil. The soup is smooth and thick, without emitting any heat. After the soup is served, knock the pigeon eggs into the bowl, then pour the sliced meat into the soup and gently stir it to instantly become snow-white and tender. Then add fresh vegetables and rice noodles, along with chili oil, sesame oil, etc., and it's ready to eat
  • New Year's Pig Rice: Han Chinese people slaughter fat pigs every winter in the twelfth lunar month for consumption during the Chinese New Year, known as "killing New Year pigs". After killing the pigs, they invite family and friends to eat and drink, opening the prelude to the Chinese New Year
  • Niuwei Yam: Luquan Niuwei Yam has an unremarkable appearance, with a brownish outer skin and a thin cylindrical shape. The meat is white and firm, and the taste is slightly sour and sticky when chewed. According to ancient books, eating more Luquan Niuwei's yams has the function of "hearing and seeing" and "not starving and prolonging life", which is very beneficial to human health. It is also popular among the people that Luquan Niuwei's yams have significant effects on regulating physiological ability, weak physique after illness, postpartum recuperation of women, and strengthening children's physique, so it is called "food medicine"
  • Yi ethnic Sichuan peppercorn chicken: Sichuan peppercorn chicken is a traditional delicacy of the local Yi ethnic group, said to have a history of two to three hundred years. When fresh Sichuan peppercorns are perfectly combined with native chickens raised in their original ecological environment, the spiciness and aroma of Sichuan peppercorns are fully displayed, which is highly praised
  • Alpine beef and mutton. High mountain beef contains one-third more essential amino acids (37.6%) and protein (23%) than yellow beef; And the fat content is one-fifth lower than that of yellow beef, making it a delicious treasure for prolonging life
  • Cold noodles, cold noodle rice balls: Smooth and unique taste
  • Tofu: Fresh, tender, delicious, and nutritious
  • Xiaomi Candy: A traditional local snack with a fragrant, soft, crispy, and crunchy taste, loved by citizens

  
  

  8. Accommodation Recommendations:

  If you plan to travel to Jiaozi Snow Mountain, here are some accommodation suggestions:

  1. In the scenic area:

  • Luquan Jiaozi Mountain Villa: Located in the Jiaozi Snow Mountain Scenic Area, about 200 meters away from the Sifang Scenic Tourist Service Center, it has a superior geographical location and beautiful environment. The hotel offers a variety of room types including standard rooms, business king rooms, and business suites. The rooms are clean, tidy, and well-equipped. The hotel also has a restaurant that offers local specialty cuisine. The Jiaozishan Hotel is built to four-star standards and integrates guest rooms, dining, tourism, vacation, and leisure. The hotel has complete facilities and a beautiful environment, offering a variety of room types to choose from. The rooms are spacious, bright, clean and tidy. The hotel has a full-time restaurant, supplies and specialty shopping area, as well as a spacious parking lot, leisure area, dining area, and shopping area, providing comprehensive, convenient, and comfortable accommodation and dining environment for tourists. It is also an important gathering place for tourists to travel to and from surrounding scenic areas, about 15 kilometers away from Jiaozi Snow Mountain Scenic Area. There are multiple hotels and inns to choose from in the town, with relatively affordable prices
  • If Dian: About 20 kilometers away from Jiaozi Snow Mountain Scenic Area, the conditions are better than Zhuanlong Town in all aspects. The weekend room price is about 80-120 yuan, sometimes in short supply, not negotiable.
  Luquan County: About 60 kilometers away from Jiaozi Snow Mountain Scenic Area, there are more accommodation options in the county, including star rated hotels, economy hotels, and homestays<

  When choosing accommodation, you can choose according to your budget, itinerary, and personal preferences. Meanwhile, it is recommended to book in advance to avoid delaying the itinerary