# Haizigou (海子沟)

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

- **Admission:** ¥60 (April–November); ¥40 (November–March of the following year)
- **Opening hours:** 9：00—17：00
- **Time needed:** 2–3 hours
- **Address:** Changping Village, Xiaojin County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture
- **Getting there:** The Chengdu Chadianzi bus station runs services to Siguniang Mountain. The journey takes 6–8 hours and passes scenic spots including Dujiangyan, Yingxiu, Wolong and Balang Mountain. The fare is ¥120. The buses only go as far as Xiaojin County seat, from where you can take a taxi or charter a vehicle to the Siguniang Mountain scenic area.
- **Good for:** Photography, Nature

## About Haizigou

Haizigou is the essential route for climbing the peaks of Siguniang Mountain. Climbers usually enter through Haizigou and reach Camp 1 and base camp on foot or on horseback. The scenery in Haizigou is wild and magnificent. The first half, through Guowoping and Chaoshanping, is dominated by alpine meadows, while the second half is mainly lakes (haizi). The valley can only be explored on foot or by horse, and it is recommended to spend a night camping in the gully to fully enjoy its beautiful scenery.

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Source: China Self-Guided Travel 2025 (《中国自助游》, Tianjin Science & Technology Press, Aug 2024), p. 371. 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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