4-Day Dangling Three Lakes and Changping Valley Trek
Overview
Quick Answer
4 days from Chengdu back to Chengdu. Cross three alpine lake basins above Dangling.
Combine the three-lake crossing above Dangling with a finishing walk in Changping Valley. The journey begins with Jiayi and Zhuoyong lakes, crosses the high pass and spends the night at Hulu Lake before descending toward the Mount Siguniang area. A hotel night and a lower-valley walk complete the four-day circuit. verotrip connects the two mountain settings with local road transfers and a carefully paced camping stage.
Why Choose This Journey
- Cross three alpine lake basins above Dangling
- Camp beside Hulu Lake beneath the mountain skyline
- Continue to Mount Siguniang Town for a hotel night
- Finish with a lower-valley walk in Changping
Your Route at a Glance
Itinerary at a Glance
| Day | Route | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chengdu to Dangling Village via Danba | Dangling Village guesthouse |
| 2 | Jiayi Lake, Xiaqiangla Pass and Zhuoyong Lake to Hulu Lake | Hulu Lake mountain camp |
| 3 | Hulu Lake Descent and Transfer to Mount Siguniang | Mount Siguniang Town hotel |
| 4 | Changping Valley Walk and Return to Chengdu | Journey ends in Chengdu; additional hotel night arranged separately |
Good to Know Before You Go
Activity level: Strenuous high-altitude trekking
The Dangling pass crossing is demanding and reaches around 4,600 m. Prior acclimatization, suitable trail experience and warm mountain equipment are required. The Changping finish is a lower-valley walk, with the day’s distance adjusted to available time and conditions.
Dates and Mountain Conditions
Choose dates after checking current trail access, snow, rainfall and the availability of the required mountain support. Clear views and summit or pass access cannot be promised. verotrip will confirm the operating plan before booking.
Plan Your Journey
Share your dates, group size, previous mountain experience and accommodation preference through Plan My Trip. verotrip will return with a route-specific plan and quotation, including any extra acclimatization nights.
Daily Itinerary
Meet in Chengdu and travel west through the mountain valleys toward Danba and Dangling. The approach takes most of the day, with stops for meals and a chance to stretch your legs. After arrival, settle into the village guesthouse, prepare your walking kit and meet the local mountain team. Keep the evening quiet before the substantial climb ahead.
Overnight: Dangling Village guesthouse
Today’s pace: Approximately 370 km by road; around 7 hours. Dangling Village is about 3,370 m.
Transfer toward Karza and the agreed trailhead near Jiayi Lake. Begin the high crossing through open lake basins, climbing toward Xiaqiangla Pass before descending by Zhuoyong Lake. The upper trail includes uneven rock and a steep descent through rhododendron woodland. Continue to Hulu Lake and settle into the mountain camp. This is the demanding stage of the journey; the guide sets the pace and turnaround plan around weather and the group’s condition.
Overnight: Hulu Lake mountain camp
Today’s pace: Approximately 13 km; around 6–7 hours. Lake basins are around 4,100–4,300 m, with the pass around 4,600 m.
Leave the lake camp after breakfast and descend through the forest and meadow corridor to Feijiping and Dangling Village. Meet the vehicle at the trail exit and continue through the Danba area to Mount Siguniang Town. Check into the hotel and rest before the following morning’s valley walk. The drive links two separate mountain areas, so allow time for road conditions and breaks.
Overnight: Mount Siguniang Town hotel
Today’s pace: Approximately 6 km of descent, followed by the road transfer from Dangling to Mount Siguniang Town.
Enter Changping Valley using the scheduled scenic-area transfer and walk the lower valley section selected for the day. Forest paths, clear streams and views toward the Mount Siguniang peaks offer a gentler finish after the high lake crossing. Return to the entrance, meet the vehicle and drive to Chengdu. The route stays in Changping Valley; there is no crossing into Bipeng Valley.
Overnight: Journey ends in Chengdu; additional hotel night arranged separately
Today’s pace: Around 6 km walking over approximately 4 hours, followed by the drive to Chengdu.
