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Driving with fear to JinJiangGou camping | Road trip | Inner Mongolia 2021 | Day 14-16

JinJiangGou camping close to Arxan National forest park on our Road trip to Inner Mongolia
JinJiangGou camping close to Arxan National forest park on our Road trip to Inner Mongolia
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We got our towing bar fixed and can continue the road trip. We headed for the city of Jinjianggou and, on the way, stopped at some interesting sightseeing places.

Stopped WW2 memorial on the way, Nuomenhan Battle Relic Site Exhibition Hall

Nuomenhan Battle Relic Site Exhibition Hall. A shortstop at a big battleground memorial where the Russian and Japanese forces battled for 135 days. More than 200.000 soldiers, 500 cannons, 900 planes, and 1000 tanks fought fiercely in this area. Let this be a memory of how cruel war can be. Young people born after the war cannot imagine this.

Young girl sitting on the barrel of an old tank at the Nuomenhan Battle Relic Site Exhibition Hall (诺门罕战役遗址陈列馆), surrounded by open green fields. The tank, adorned with colorful fabric ribbons, symbolizes the historical significance of the site, providing an educational and memorable experience in a vast, natural setting
Nuomenhan Battle Relic Site Exhibition Hall

The worst road we have ever driven in China

The worst road we took during our trip was near Jin Jiang Gou camping and A’ershan National Forest Park. It was 50km of pure pain and torture for our car and caravan. The maximum speed is 30km/h and even slower in some parts. Heavy trucks and buses pass us, and we wonder how the passengers feel bouncing around. The new road is being built beside it, and the old one is not maintained much anymore. I hope this is ready in 2022 so others don’t need to experience this. The car and the caravan finally survived this torture and now setting up the camp. We were ready quite late and needed to prepare and rest for the next day’s activities.

Help on the road, in case of emergency

Don’t expect people to stop for assistance on the road in China. Here are some numbers to call but be wary that the English language might be limited

Here is a good link to why it is so.

Police 110

Fire Alarm 119

Emergency center 120

Traffic accident 122

Telephone inquiry 114

Notice:

1.110, 119 and 120 are the most used emergency calls, they are all free calls. Call 110 when you meet common criminal or public order cases, or emergencies and need help. Call 119 when there is a fire breaking out. Call 120 when you need emergency care and first aid.

2.12395 is the national SOS call for maritime accidents. On the sea, once the boat encounters a collision, stranding, fire, man overboard, sudden disease outbreaks or other accidents which need help, can call the Maritime Search & Rescue Center.

3.114 is a very important number, for even though you can’t remember any other numbers, you can dial 114 to look up the numbers you need. It provides telephone number enquiry information enquiry service. Users can also look up the timetable of the train and coach, information on weather forecasts, lunar calendars, special restaurants, etc.

Man assisting with a car repair on the side of a rough road in China, with one of them working on the front wheel. The scene depicts helping on the road in China. Capturing the spirit of cooperation during a road trip.
I always stop if anyone needs help. These guys did not have any idea how to change tyres. Instructed them and they were able to continue

The worst road that I have driven in China

Road Trip To Arxan National Forest Park: Conquering Old Roads with Our Caravan in China"

Great campground, Jin Jiang Gou camping in Inner Mongolia

After bouncing on the road for a few hours, we arrived at the Jin Jiang Gou camping. It was a pleasant surprise to see how well-maintained it was. Excellent space for the caravan with electricity and water + small wooden terrace with bench and table. It was already late when the caravan had been set up, We had a quick dinner and headed to bed.

A compact white caravan hitched to a dark SUV parked on a lush grassy area at Jin Jiang Gou Campground in Arxan Natural Forest Park, China. The red-roofed building in the background adds a scenic charm, highlighting the relaxed atmosphere of a road trip adventure amidst rolling green hills and a vibrant blue sky.
This is the reward from the bumpy road, a great campground with everything needed
Caravans under the night sky in Inner Mongolia with stars visible above. A lit window in the foreground of one caravan contrasts with the darkness of the night, capturing the serene atmosphere of a camping night surrounded by nature

We could see the stars, there was no pollution in the air. It’s almost impossible in Shanghai or other bigger cities. I’m still struggling with my camera. I don’t remember the settings and always get blurry pictures. I need to watch many more YouTube videos.

The nearby village did not have so much to offer

Some small shops, and local restaurants and the main thing is that there is a gasoline station at the end of the road.

A friendly local restaurant near Arxan Natural Forest Park and Tuofengling Tianchi, China, featuring a simple wooden exterior with bold red signage. A perfect roadside stop for travelers on a road trip seeking authentic Chinese meals in a welcoming setting.
Paved road going thru the village in Arxan, Hinggan League, Inner Mongolia

Be reminded to fill the gasoline tank in Jin Jiang Gou as the distances between gasoline stations get longer.

The next day, we had a full day at A’ershan National Forest Park, rated in 2017 as an AAAA tourist destination. The air quality index of Arxan is a breath of clean air. The park is close to the campsite, and the main entrance is only 500m away. As usual, I climbed the thousands of stairs and enjoyed the views. The place is well maintained, and the stairs have several platforms where you can take a rest. Inner Mongolia has been a positive surprise in all ways—especially nature which stands mostly untouched. I hope the tremendous amount of tourism will not destroy this. During our trip, we did not see many tourists anywhere. This is mostly because locals don’t have the same holidays as foreigners. The long summer holiday in China is not so typical. More concentrated on Chinese New Year and harvest holidays.

Campground review

Arxan

JinJiangGou camping

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金江房车度假营地(阿尔山国家森林公园店)

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JinJiangGou camping close to Arxan National forest park on our Road trip to Inner Mongolia
This stretch of road to Jin Jiang Gou Campground and Arxan National Forest Park was the most challenging of our road trip, raising serious concerns about whether our caravan could endure the rough conditions.
DIY parking

Yes: Yes

Water

Yes

Electricity

Yes

EV charge

No

Our experience

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Facilities
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3.9

Summary

Great camping area in proximity of the Arxan National Forest park. If you are traveling by RV or caravan this is the place to stay. I hope the new road is ready when you go

Pros

  • Great campground and clean
  • Each camping spot has its tables and small wooden terrace
  • Close to sightseeing spots, Arxan National Forest Park and A'ershan National Forest Park
  • Possible to dump the sewage water
  • Small shop in the area

Cons

  • The road here was terrible. New road under construction
  • Cant be found on the map, but it is just beside the entrance of National Park
  • Our electricity was not yet ready for our parking space but will be very soon.

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JinJiangGou camping
JinJiangGou camping close to Arxan National forest park on our Road trip to Inner Mongolia
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