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Minya Konka (Gongga Shan) Trek

China · Asia · Multi-day trek · score 58/100

At a glance

CountriesChina
ContinentAsia
RegionSichuan (Ganzi)
TypeMulti-day trek
Length70 km
Typical duration5-7 days
Difficulty4/5 (Hard)
Max altitude4950 m
Best seasonMay-Oct
StartLaoyulin
EndZimei / Gongga Monastery area
Permit / guidelocal registration; guide/horse support customary
Special geartrekking poles

Score

58/100
Scenery
27/35
Fame
10/25
Uniqueness
12/20
Logistics
9/20

High camping trek around Sichuan's highest peak (7,509 m); remote Tibetan valleys

How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: medium.

Notes

Distance varies by route (~43 km guided valley route to ~100 km ridge traverse); Riwuqie pass 4,950 m; figures approximate

Sources

Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.

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