Sun Bay Hiking Now Offers Medals (Including Checkpoint Map)

Having climbed many mountains in Chengdu, I recently discovered a new hidden gem—less crowded with stunning views! Summer is the perfect time to visit here, as it's super easy and refreshingly cool! Not only can you escape the heat, play in the water, and hike to earn a medal 🧗, but you can also get up close with wildlife. 🌿 Why We Recommend It ✅ Just 1.5 hours from Chengdu ✅ A natural oxygen bar with over 90% shade coverage and high negative oxygen ion levels—cool and shady for summer hikes ✅ Two routes: Choose between an easy version or a short hiking trail, with unlimited medals available ✅ Extreme outdoor activities: Both routes offer thrilling outdoor experiences! Hiking Route (7km): Entrance → Mingcun Museum → Dense Cypress Forest → Ecological Monkey Zone → Cloudtop Restaurant → Longmen Gorge Start at the entrance and hike uphill along the trail. Visit the Mingcun Museum to learn about rural development history. Walk through the dense, shady cypress forest 🌳. Interact with playful monkeys in the ecological zone before reaching Cloudtop Restaurant for a break and refreshments. Then head to Longmen Gorge for breathtaking canyon views from above. Thrill-seekers can even try canyon bungee jumping here! - A perfect weekend getaway for a cool, refreshing hike—close to the city. Just 3km away is Huilonggou, ideal for a 2-day, 1-night trip. Stay at Greenfield Star Hotel with its cozy lawn tents 🏕 for ultimate relaxation. Tip: Complete the Sun Bay Hiking Challenge to claim your 🏅!