Based in the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain scenic area near Lijiang, this two-day, 25 km hike links Ganhaizi Meadow, Spruce...
Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
Based in the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain scenic area near Lijiang, this two-day, 25 km hike links Ganhaizi Meadow, Spruce Meadow, Yak Meadow, and Blue M...
高原穿越
2 days 🟡 Moderate Apr–Octmo
Route Introduction
- Based in the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain scenic area near Lijiang, this two-day, 25 km hike links Ganhaizi Meadow, Spruce Meadow, Yak Meadow, and Blue Moon Valley at altitudes from 2,400 to 3,800 m.
- Glaciers, snowy summits, and alpine pastures share one frame, and cable cars can ease the climbs.
- The main peak, Shanzidou, rises to 5,596 m and is closed to ordinary hikers, so trekking stays within the park.
Key data
| Suggested days | 2 days |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | 🟡 Moderate |
| Best months | Apr–Octmo |
| Provinces | Yunnan |
| Waypoint | 5 |
Safety
Weather shifts quickly—stay warm and sun-protected, and go easy on the cable car to avoid altitude sickness.
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Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
Ganhaizi Meadow · Blue Moon Valley · Yunshanping Spruce Meadow · Shanzidou Main Peak · Maoniuping Yak Meadow
| Time | Place / plan | Category | Duration | Transfer | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | |||||
| 09:00 | Ganhaizi Meadow | Sight | 1Hour30min | ||
| 10:50 | Blue Moon Valley | Sight | 1Hour30min | ||
| 12:40 | Yunshanping Spruce Meadow | Sight | 1Hour30min | ||
| 14:30 | Shanzidou Main Peak | Sight | 1Hour30min | ||
| 16:20 | Maoniuping Yak Meadow | Sight | 1Hour30min | ||
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