Grassland Sky Road Winter Family Self-Driving Trip: This article is all you need!

I didn't expect the Sky Road to be so beautiful in winter, and it feels even more suitable for families – you can play in the snow to your heart's content! 👉 In winter, animals are still roaming outside in Zhangbei. As soon as we exited the toll station, a donkey stood nonchalantly in the middle of the road, and herds of cattle crossed the road. The kids immediately got excited and said, "We're at the zoo! 🐒" ( Traffic Guide: Actually, Zhangbei Grassland Sky Road is not entirely closed in winter. We went in January, and the West Line was completely closed. The East Line had nearly 20 kilometers of road cleared of snow, which was very safe. We even encountered a Sky Road inspection vehicle while driving on the East Line. The road after 20 kilometers was covered in ice and snow, so self-driving is not recommended, as it poses some danger. 👉 We couldn't find an official inquiry number for the Sky Road. Here's a clever trick: find accommodation phone numbers near Yehuling and ask if the Sky Road is open. (Pushpin emoji) Practical family travel tips: 1️⃣ Waterproof shoes. Many areas of the grassland actually have deep snow, so it's very important to bring a pair of shoes for children that won't get wet. It's best to also have a spare pair of socks. 2️⃣ Hats, gloves, and sunglasses should all be prepared. The snow in the sunlight is really dazzling, so glasses are very necessary. 3️⃣ Be sure to bring snow play tools. You can find them for just over 10 yuan on Taobao. I brought too few; I should have brought all the sand digging tools from home. 4️⃣ Food! This is especially important. Commercial facilities on the Sky Road are basically all closed in winter. It feels like being in a deserted town, which is quite unique. So be sure to bring plenty of food. I also prepared a large thermos of hot water to bring along. When the kids came back to the car after playing in the snow, a cup of hot water was very comforting. ❄️ Itinerary: 👉 The West Line is completely closed, so we didn't consider it. 🎈 I personally feel that there are still villages near the East Line entrance, so the snow on the road was cleared because it's also the residents' access road. 👉 The end of the East Line is very close to Chongli, but completing the entire East Line in winter is too dangerous, as there are still nearly 70 kilometers of icy and snowy roads. So, the East Line requires a return trip, and you'll eventually exit from Yehuling. 🏠 For accommodation, you can consider staying in Zhangjiakou city. After a day of not eating well, the city has developed commercial facilities where you can enjoy a good meal. ♥️ Remember to watch the sunset before leaving the Sky Road, because the sunset 🌄 is truly beautiful. Being surrounded by the completely crimson sky fills you with happiness.