Guide National Geopark (Ashgong Colorful Peaks)

贵德县国家地质公园景区

Qinghai, Hainan·36.7183°N, 101.4413°E

Ticket Price

CNY 50 (peak season), CNY 30 (off-season)

Duration

3-4 hours

About Guide National Geopark (Ashgong Colorful Peaks)

A national geopark of vivid Danxia 'colorful peaks,' where red, purple, and ochre sandstone canyons and wind-eroded gorges form a striking, rainbow-hued landscape in the heart of Qinghai.

Highlights

• Danxia 'colorful peaks' of red, purple, and ochre sandstone canyons. • Seven themed plazas and several eroded gorges; a geology classroom. • Near the famously clear ('clear') Yellow River.

Suggested Route

Visitor center → intro film → shuttle into the peaks → walking loop; allow 2–3 h.

Food & Lodging

Guide County noodles and yak meals; county hotels and farm stays.

Facilities

Parking, restrooms, shuttle bus, audio guide, stroller/wheelchair rental.

Travel Tips

Wear comfortable walking shoes. Bring water and sun protection in summer. Check weather conditions before visiting.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: June-September

🏮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.

Location

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Opening Hours

08:00-17:00 (last entry 16:00)

Getting There

In Guide County, Hainan Prefecture, Qinghai (~70 km from Xining) on Xijiu Highway; reach by road; nearest airport Xining Caojiabao (~80 km); no metro/HSR.

Reservation

Ticketed (entry + shuttle ~95 RMB); buy on-site or online; advance booking not mandatory.

Ticket Price

CNY 50 (≈ $7.0) (peak season), CNY 30 (≈ $4.2) (off-season)

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address

贵德县国家地质公园景区

36.7183, 101.4413

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