Yanzigou Valley
燕子沟景区
A glacial valley south of Hailuogou where red stone beds, glaciers and primeval forest come together. It sees fewer visitors than Hailuogou and feels more pristine.
Yanzigou lies in Yanzigou Town, Luding County. It is another glacial valley on the eastern slope of Mount Gongga, adjacent to Hailuogou. The valley features low-altitude glaciers, large expanses of red stone, waterfalls and primeval forest. In autumn, red foliage and red rocks create a striking contrast. Viewpoints include “Menkan Mountain” and “Red Stone Valley.” The area is less developed than Hailuogou, so there are fewer visitors. Following recent earthquakes and road repairs, the open areas and ways to visit have changed considerably, so please confirm the current opening status and tickets through official channels before setting out.
Getting there: about 30 minutes by hired car from Moxi town. It is recommended to combine a visit with Red Stone Park on the same day.
Opening hours
Approx. 08:00–17:00 (subject to scenic area notices)
Nearby sights
- Hailuogou Glacier Forest Park
- Moxi Catholic Church
- Moxi Ancient Town
- Red Stone Beach (Yajiageng Red Stone Park)
- Konka Gompa (Gongga Monastery)
- Lenggacuo Lake
- Zimei Pass
- Luding Bridge