Unexpected Journey: Three Parks in One Day

Good morning! Today I want to share an crazy adventure with my three friends. It proves that sometimes getting lost can be the best part of traveling.

Last National Day holiday, we went to Jiaoshan Great Wall. The climbing was so hard! The stairs were almost vertical. By 11 AM, we finally reached the top, sweating and tired. Then Lily pointed west: "Look! There's another path!" Our map showed nothing there, but we decided to explore. This was our first spontaneous choice.

Walking along the unknown trail, we found a magical view... mountains hugging a huge green lake. Birds were singing everywhere. Later we learned this was Yansai Lake. We kept going through a pine forest until sunset. Suddenly, an old iron gate appeared. Its sign was faded, but we could read "ChangShou Mountain Geo-Park". The gate was open, so... we entered.

Inside was another world! Narrow canyons, strange rock shapes. The coolest was "Sky Crack"... a super narrow path between tall cliffs. We had to walk sideways! When we finally got out, it was completely dark. No taxis, no buses. Just corn fields and crickets.

After 40 minutes waiting, a kind man in a Buick stopped. Mr. Zhang said: "You kids remind me of my daughter." He drove us back while sharing roasted chestnuts. That car smelled like safety and kindness.

Total cost? 20 yuan! We accidentally visited three parks with one ticket. This taught me: Don't fear unplanned paths. Those rusty gates and hidden trails? They're life's surprise gifts. So next time you travel, dare to misread the map. Let curiosity override caution. Because sometimes, the most extraordinary views require breaking the rules... even if accidentally. Thank you.