Jinta Desert Populus Euphratica Forest

金塔县沙漠胡杨林景区

Gansu, Jiuquan·40.1161°N, 94.6140°E

Ticket Price

CNY 80 (peak season), CNY 40 (off-season)

Duration

1-2 hours

About Jinta Desert Populus Euphratica Forest

A vast desert poplar forest in Jinta County, Gansu, famed for its blaze of golden leaves in autumn. Lakes, dunes and groves of hardy poplar trees combine in one of the northwest's favorite photography spots.

Highlights

• Vast desert poplar forest that turns brilliant gold in mid-October. • Lake, desert and woodland scenery combined. • Popular autumn photography and sunrise/sunset spot.

Suggested Route

Enter via the main gate, walk the boardwalks through the poplar groves to the lakeside; allow 2-3 h. Visit at dawn or dusk for best light.

Food & Lodging

Jinta County town (about 40 km) has hotels and lamb dishes; limited on-site food.

Facilities

Parking, boardwalks, restrooms and a site shuttle. Some viewing platforms.

Travel Tips

Visit during morning prayers for a serene atmosphere. Respect worshippers and remove hats in halls.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: May-October

🏮Golden Week alert: May 1-5 and Oct 1-7 are China's biggest travel peaks — top attractions sell out days ahead. Book tickets the moment they open.

⏰Many museums and palaces close on Mondays (e.g. Forbidden City, National Museum). Plan around it.

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Opening Hours

06:00-18:00 (summer), 07:00-17:00 (winter)

Getting There

No metro nearby; nearest HSR: Jiuquan South Railway Station / Jiayuguan South Railway Station (Lanxin HSR), ~180 km; nearest airport: Jiayuguan Jiuquan Airport (JGN), ~150 km; reach by self-drive from Jinta County.

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Ticket Price

CNY 80 (≈ $11) (peak season), CNY 40 (≈ $5.6) (off-season)

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address

金塔县沙漠胡杨林景区

40.1161, 94.6140

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