It's snowing in Hangzhou, so it's time to see the snow at Baizhang Ridge!

Baizhang Ridge (highest point: Yunding Lake) 1,475m Hiking distance: 10.5 km, 900m elevation gain Starting point: Shuangshi Village, Lin'an (loop) Sunset: 17:00 Intensity: ⭐⭐ Difficulty: ⭐⭐ Summit temperature: -2°C ✅ 🎈Clothing: Wear a quick-dry base layer and a warm layer. Bring an extra layer in case you get cold (at least 3 layers on top and 2 layers on the bottom). 🎈Trekking poles: Save energy and maintain balance on the descent. 🎈Non-slip gloves: Wear gloves when using trekking poles. Bring a hat, scarf, and windbreaker. 🎈Crampons: Useful on muddy and snowy sections. 🎈Small thermos 🎈1.5L of mineral water or sports drinks 🎈Some snacks (beef jerky, bread, sausage, chocolate) 👩‍🦯Route details: ✅Stage 1: Ascent (2h) (weak signal) Route description: 1 km of steps, turn left onto a forest trail, continue slowly ascending through the forest, reach Yunding Lake (open views) at 1,458m ✅Stage 2: Scenic ridge (1.5h) Route description: Hike along the lake, ridge, turn right to Baizhang Ridge Forest Farm, Baizhang Ridge Post (rest and take photos in the open area), descend to the cement road Estimated total time: 6 hours