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Ahe Highway

Route story · G681

Ahe Highway

Snow peaks and grasslands—an iconic northern Xinjiang drive.

2–3 days suggestedSelf-driveHighwayCamping

Route overview

G681 from Altay city toward Hemu and deeper mountains—a road to drive at your own rhythm through ranches, wind valleys, and camps.

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Waypoints

Selected narrative waypoints; mileages are indicative, not a full service list.

  1. K0
    Mile 0 marker

    Mile 0 marker

    K0

    Trip start—check road conditions.

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  2. K5
    Last Village service point

    Last Village service point

    K5

    Supplies and information.

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  3. K36.8
    Wuxilike Ranch

    Wuxilike Ranch

    K36.8

    Rest and food at K36.

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  4. K69.1
    Yekaxia Wind Valley

    Yekaxia Wind Valley

    K69.1

    Slow down for valley views.

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  5. K95
    Tongba Forest Camp

    Tongba Forest Camp

    K95

    Forest camp stop.

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  6. K162
    Tuolehaite Camp

    Tuolehaite Camp

    K162

    Highlight camp in the high country.

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  7. K209.5
    Hemu junction

    Hemu junction

    K209.5

    Connect to further mountain villages.

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Travel tips

  • Mileages are narrative references—follow signs and navigation.
  • Prepare for altitude and seasonal closures.

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