Hiking Distance: 8 kms/5 miles
Hours to Take: 3.5
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Accommodation: Camp at Huanghaucheng Great Wall
Water: Unlimited bottles
The first thing we'll do today is to watch the magnificent sunrise early in the morning. After a quick breakfast, we will resume our hike on Jinshanling's right-wing, where we will hike until we reach Simatai West, called Second Valley. As we head west, the Wall will gradually deteriorate, making the hike progressively more challenging and exciting to observe and compare.
The Jinshanling Great Wall has not been repaired since 1570. It is a remote and relatively isolated section of the Great Wall. Suppose you are looking for breathtaking views with a relatively peaceful walk. The Second Valley of Jinshanling can't be a better place to take pictures, so we hope you remember to bring your camera!
Simatai West, called the Second Valley, is the left-wing of Simatai. It is also in a severe state of ruins. It is thereby a perfect example of the real Great Wall, while too wonderful and rustic. The Wall is 7.8 m high and 5 - 6 m thick at the bottom. There are 'obstacle-walls' built perpendicular to the parapets - a feature unique to the Second Valley part of Jinshanling Great Wall.
Today, we'll camp on the Great Wall at Huanghuacheng, the quietest and zero crowded part of the Great Wall with lakes down the mountain. Enjoy the peace under the moonlight, and wake up to welcome the sunset. Have a Chinese breakfast delivered to the Wall before you walk down.