Lawu Pass
拉乌山
The first high mountain pass on G318 heading west from Markam, hung with prayer flags and offering sweeping views of the ranges.
Lawu Pass sits at over 4,300 meters on G318, about 15 km west of Markam County town. It is a must-pass for self-drivers and cyclists on the southern Sichuan–Tibet route. The pass is hung with prayer flags and mani stone piles, and beyond it a long downhill descent leads to the Lancang River valley at Rumei, with a dramatic drop in elevation. It's a good spot to stop for photos and to look out over the high-altitude meadows and mountain ranges. The weather changes quickly, and the downhill bends are sharp, so control your speed.
Opening hours
Open all day
Nearby sights
- Markam Town (Gartok)
- Rumei & Zhuka Lancang Bridge
- Hongla Mountain
- Dongda La Pass
- Quzika Hot Springs
- Yanjing Ancient Salt Fields
- Yanjing Catholic Church