Labahe Nature Reserve
喇叭河
A high-altitude gorge on the northern foot of Erlang Mountain in Tianquan County. In autumn it becomes a 'red-leaf paradise,' with primeval forest, waterfalls and snow peaks, and wildlife such as the Sichuan takin.
Labahe lies on the northern foot of Erlang Mountain in Tianquan County and falls within the Giant Panda National Park. It ranges from 1,000 to 4,000 meters in altitude. Primeval forest covers both sides of the gorge. In autumn, maples and other trees turn the valley red, earning it the name 'Red-Leaf Paradise' of western Sichuan. The scenic area has sightseeing buses linking Labahe Lake, waterfalls and primeval forest trails. In winter, you can also play in the snow. Admission and sightseeing bus fares follow the scenic area's announcements. From downtown Ya'an, take the Ya'an-Kangding Expressway for about 1.5 hours, then head into the mountains at the 'Labahe' exit.
Opening hours
08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Dongla Mountain Grand Canyon
- Shenmulei Scenic Area
- Qiaoqi Tibetan Village and Qiaoqi Lake
- Dawagengzha
- Dengchigou (Giant Panda Discovery Site)
- Bifengxia Panda Base & Gorge
- Ya'an Museum
- Yazhou Covered Bridge