# Danba Danglin Natural Scenic Area (丹巴党岭自然风景区)

Garze Prefecture, Sichuan Province · Southwest, China · Guidebook rating: 4/5
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## Key facts

- **Admission:** Free
- **Opening hours:** Open all day (all year 2026)
- **Time needed:** 2-3 days
- **Address:** Within Dandong Town, northwest of Danba County, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture
- **Getting there:** More than 60 km from the Danba county seat, with no direct bus yet. You must charter a car to get there, about ¥500; alternatively, take the 16:00 bus first to Bianer Township (边耳乡), then charter a car from there.
- **By car:** From the Danba county seat, drive along National Highway 248 and through Wazu Tunnel (瓦足隧道). The journey takes about 2 hours and the road is demanding.
- **Good for:** Photography, Mountains & Adventure, Nature

## About Danba Danglin Natural Scenic Area

A source of pride for Danba, at an altitude of 5,000 m, with pristine vegetation and countless lakes scattered like stars. Said to rival or even surpass Jiuzhaigou in natural scenery. The natural hot springs at Dangling are the best in the entire county. Soak in the hot springs for half a day, then rent a horse and hire a guide to climb up and see the lakes. There is no greater pleasure in life.

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Source: China Self-Guided Travel 2025 (《中国自助游》, Tianjin Science & Technology Press, Aug 2024), p. 398. Prices, hours and transport details are as printed in the August 2024 edition and may have changed. Always confirm with the venue before you travel.
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