The Rock Road is worth a visit.

The Rock Road⛰️ is a famous self-driving route in Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Gansu Province, named after the expedition route of American botanist Joseph Rock in the early 20th century. The route is known for its challenging road conditions and stunning natural beauty, and is considered one of the "most beautiful 100 kilometers in China." About tickets🚪: If you go through Zaga Na, you need a ticket for the Zaga Na Scenic Area. If you go through Hezuo, you don't need a ticket. The Rock Road starts at Zagulu Town in Zhuoni County and ends at Zaga Na Scenic Area in Diebu County, with a total length of about 110 kilometers. The route can be divided into two sections: Cheba Valley and Guangai Mountain. The Cheba Valley section is about 35 kilometers from Zagulu Town to Jiangche Village, with scenic spots including Zhuoni rapeseed fields, Gongba Temple, and Niba Tibetan Village. The Guangai Mountain section is about 65 kilometers from Jiangche Village to Zaga Na, crossing Guangai Mountain and passing through two passes over 4,000 meters above sea level, which is the essence of the route. The road conditions of the Rock Road are complex, with unpaved roads, rugged mountain roads, and some sections with dense shallow pits. It is recommended to use a four-wheel drive off-road vehicle or an SUV with a high chassis. Most of the route has no communication signal, so it is necessary to prepare in advance, including spare tires, enough drinking water and food, and make sure the vehicle is full of oil. The natural scenery along the way is spectacular, from low-altitude dense forests to high-altitude alpine meadows, to wilderness and glaciers, visitors can feel the unique charm of the secret Gannan. In addition, the Rock Road also witnessed the scientific expedition footprints of botanist Joseph Rock, with rich historical and cultural value. For visitors planning to drive the Rock Road, it is recommended to plan the itinerary in advance and pay attention to safety, especially during the rainy season and winter, as the road conditions may be more complex at these times. Also, since some sections have no cell phone signal, it is recommended to download offline maps and inform friends and family of the itinerary plan to ensure safety.