The Perfect Experience of a Natural Oxygen Bar and Summer Retreat

🚶 Selected Hiking Routes Recommended 1️⃣ Leisure Route (4 km/2 hours) 🌟 Highlights: The shimmering Yaoxiang Reservoir, the cool stream in the Grand Canyon, and panoramic views of Mount Tai from Wangdai Gate. 🛣️ Route: Northwest Gate → Yaoxiang Reservoir → Grand Canyon → Wangdai Gate. 2️⃣ Intermediate Hiking Route (6 km/3 hours) 🌟 Highlights: Challenge the steep "Heavenly Ladder," drink sweet spring water from Shenquan Mountain, and visit the Sun Simiao Stone. 🛣️ Route: Northwest Gate → Heavenly Ladder → Daiyue Gate → Shenquan → Sun Simiao Stone. 3️⃣ Family Stream Trekking Route (5 km) 🌟 Highlights: Play in the canyon streams, enjoy shallow sandbanks, and picnic in the woods. 🛣️ Route: Northwest Gate → Wangdai Gate → Heavenly Ladder → Canyon Stream → Shenquan → Tianchi (Heavenly Pool). 4️⃣ Special Experience Route (Deep Nature) 🌟 Highlights: Trek through pristine forests, explore the Tianchi Dam, and admire the valley mist. 🛣️ Route: West Gate → 1 km hike on the main road → Iron Tower Trail → Tianchi Loop. ⚠️ Important Notes Fire Ban: From November to May, open flames are prohibited; only cold picnics are allowed for camping. Rainy Season Safety: Waterfalls are powerful in July and August—wear anti-slip shoes and avoid landslide-prone areas. Facility Reminder: No restrooms in the park; plan ahead. Farmhouse prices vary; opt for clearly priced restaurants. Eco-Initiative: Carry out trash to protect the environment. 🌳 Unique Experiences & Landscapes Natural Oxygen Bar: 99% forest coverage, with negative oxygen ions 380 times higher than urban areas. Summer temperatures are 8-10°C cooler. History & Culture: Explore herb-gathering sites of Medicine King Sun Simiao, Qin-Han sacrificial ruins, and Dou Jiande’s Horse-Dug Spring. Camping Paradise: Drive directly to campsites near Yaoxiang Reservoir or Tianchi for excellent stargazing. Photography Spots: Overlook Mount Tai from Wangyue Pavilion, slow-shoot Shenquan streams, and capture autumn foliage intertwined with mist. 🍴 Dining Farmhouse Recommendations: Try local dishes like braised wild chicken with mushrooms, fried lotus fragrance, and stir-fried pork with mushrooms. Nearby Options: For BBQ, visit Wenhe Wetland Park. On the way back, stop by Tai’an Old Street or Mount Tai Shadow Puppet Theater.