Wudaotang Loop, Helan Mountain Suyukou National Forest Park

The Wudaotang Loop starts from the same entrance gate as the Suyukou Cliff Plank Road, inside Helan Mountain Suyukou National Forest Park, Helan County, roughly 50 minutes by taxi or seasonal Tourism Line 2 bus from central Yinchuan. From the ticket gate, marked paths lead into pine and spruce forest, forming a 3.36 km loop that climbs to a maximum elevation of about 2,162 m before returning to the trailhead area. The walking surface is a mix of packed dirt trail and stone steps, well-maintained and shaded for most of its length, making it considerably gentler than the adjacent plank road route. There is no significant exposure; tree cover shields most of the loop, and gradients stay moderate throughout, without scrambling or technical terrain. Landmarks along the loop include several forest viewing decks and junctions with the cable car line, which hikers can use to shorten the walk if needed; the highest point of the loop, near 2,162 m, serves as the natural turn-around or midpoint for those combining it with other park trails. No dedicated water sources or refuge huts sit directly on the loop, but the park's main gate area has drink stands and restrooms, and the walk is short enough that most hikers do not need resupply along the way. The cooler, pine-shaded upper slopes contrast noticeably with the heat of the Yinchuan Plain below, making this a popular escape from summer temperatures.