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How to read the result
Weight budget
Daypack should weigh ≤ 25% of your body weight. Multi-day with overnight gear: aim for 10–14 kg total. Every 500 g matters on switchbacks.
Oxygen strategy
Canned O₂ at scenic gates is 3–6 L; enough for a 30-minute pause, not a serious episode. Real altitude sickness requires descent. Carry one can per person as insurance.
Weather
Summer afternoon storms are common. Above 2000m the temperature drops 6–8 °C per 1000 m. Bring shell + insulation even in July.
What this tool can't tell you
- Whether the trail is currently open. Mountain closures happen for fire risk or maintenance.
- Real-time altitude sickness signs. Stop ascending if headache + nausea + dizziness — descend immediately.
- Whether you need a permit. Most Guizhou peaks don't require permits; Fanjing is by online ticket only.
- Your personal fitness vs the trail. If your only recent hike was a flat park walk, scale back.
Common questions
Are the canned oxygen actually useful?
For mild fatigue, yes. For real altitude sickness, descent is the only fix. The cans are sold by vendors above 1500 m. Buy one if you've never been at altitude.
Do I need trekking poles?
Strongly recommended for any 2+ day hike. Saves ~25% knee load on descents. Most rental shops in Guiyang have them for ¥30/day.
Is wild camping allowed?
Generally no on the major peaks. Fanjing, Leigongshan, Jiucaiping all restrict wild camping. Hut system exists on Fanjing and Leigongshan; book ahead via the scenic office WeChat.
Sources & reference data
Gear weights from REI / Decathlon catalog 2025; altitude data from SRTM DEM; weather statistics from Guizhou Mountain Climate Report 2023.
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