Banguo Earth Forest
班果土林
The earth forest closest to the county town. It is small but unspoiled, with columns and towers of earth standing in clusters, making it a good choice for visitors with limited time.
Banguo Earth Forest lies near Banguo Village in Pingtian Township, Yuanmou County. It is one of Yuanmou's three major earth forests and the most convenient to reach, about 20 km from the county town. It is not as large as Wuma or Langba Pu, but it is less developed and sees fewer visitors. In the gullies, columns and towers of earth stand scattered among one another, colored mainly yellow and white, making it ideal for free walking and photography. Facilities are basic, and some sections have no clear trails, so it is best to go with a companion. Earth turns soft and prone to collapse after rain, so do not climb the earth pillars. Admission and opening hours depend on conditions on site.
Opening hours
Open daytime
Nearby sights
- Yuanmou Man Museum
- Langbapu (Xinhua) Earth Forest
- Wumao (Hutiaotan) Earth Forest
- Yuanmou Man Site
- Jinsha River at Yuanmou