Huangboyuan
黄柏塬
A remote Qinling mountain town on the south slope of Taibai Mountain, known for the primeval forest of the Xu River valley and its autumn colors. Farmhouse lodging is available.
Huangboyuan lies in the southern part of Taibai County, on the south slope of Taibai Mountain, the main peak of the Qinling. The Xu River flows through the town, and the surrounding area has large tracts of primeval forest and habitats for giant pandas and golden snub-nosed monkeys. The scenic area centers on streams, gorges and forests. It is cool in summer, making it suitable for riverside hiking and water play. From mid to late October, the broadleaf forests turn color layer by layer, making it one of Shaanxi's best-known autumn photography spots. The town has farmhouse inns (nongjiale) and guesthouses for an overnight stay. It is about 3 hours by road from Baoji city, crossing Qinling mountain roads. In the rainy season, watch for landslides and road closures.
Opening hours
All day (some areas per posted notices)
Nearby sights
- Aoshan Mountain
- Qingfeng Gorge Forest Park
- Taibai Mountain National Forest Park
- Honghegu Forest Park
- Diaoyutai (Jiang Ziya Fishing Platform)
- Wuzhangyuan Zhuge Liang Temple
- Hengqu Academy
- Tiantai Mountain (Baoji)