The 2026 HLA Pow Wuxi Yixing Yangxian 100 Trail Challenge is scheduled to take place on November 7 and 8. This year, the Yangxian will feature a brand-new starting point at Yaohu Town in Yixing, a county-level city within Wuxi.

In a single event, participants will have the opportunity to experience the tranquility of Yaohu Town, admire the lush greenery of the Bamboo Sea, breathe in the fresh air of the forest park, and take in the stunning beauty of Longchi Mountain.

Yaohu Town at night. [Photo/WeChat account: wuxishilvyouju]

With its distinct daytime and nighttime allure, Yaohu Town offers a full day of enjoyment. During the day, ride the suspended train through bamboo forests, tea fields, and lakesides to immerse yourself in healing greenery. Visit Longyao Town to experience the intangible cultural heritage of zisha (purple clay) pottery, and take a leisurely stroll along the lakeside path. At night, the entire area comes alive with dragon-shaped water shows and dazzling neon landscapes, creating a spectacular visual experience.

Entering the Bamboo Sea feels like stepping into a verdant world. The wind rustles through countless bamboo stalks, producing the gentlest melody. Tourists can hike along winding trails, inhale the refreshing scent of bamboo, and take a cable car ride to overlook the vast green ocean.

Longchi Mountain. [Photo/WeChat account: wuxishilvyouju]

The cool breeze and soft moss slow down time at Yixing National Forest Park. As you walk deeper into the forest, every step reveals new surprises — dappled sunlight dances across your face while moss quietly climbs the tree trunks.

On Longchi Mountain, tea fields cascade like terraces and stretch toward the horizon. Cycling through them, the air is filled with the fragrance of tea leaves. This is where Jiangsu's first bicycle-themed park resides. A 17.6-kilometer professional greenway connects the Bamboo Sea, tea gardens, reservoirs, and ancient villages — each step revealing a picturesque scene.