Nestled in the highlands of Hạ Lang District, Cao Bằng Province, the Ba Quáng Burning Grass Hill (also known as Vinh Quy Grass Hill) is rapidly emerging as a must-visit destination for nature lovers, photographers and anyone longing for gentle trekking and epic scenery. Located on the border of Khum Đin and Bắc Vọng hamlets in Vinh Quy Commune, the hill lies roughly 70 km from Cao Bằng City.
A Scenic Stroll & Gentle Trekking
Getting to Ba Quáng is relatively accessible: from Thanh Nhật Town (Hạ Lang District) there’s about 6–7 km of concrete road that can be covered by motorbike or car. At the foot of the hill you’ll park and then take a walk of around 700 metres, which takes approximately 10-15 minutes to reach the main viewpoint.
This short trek is suitable even for newcomers because the path is gentle and well-defined. Upon reaching the top, you’ll be rewarded with sweeping views of endless grass fields, winding mountain ridges and the vast northern sky.
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Changing Seasons — From Verdant Green to Golden Burnt Grass
From May to October, the hills are covered in lush green grass, creating soft waves of emerald under the open sky. Then from October to January, the grasses turn into rich yellow-orange or “burnt” tones — a spectacle that many photographers call cinematic. This dramatic seasonal shift makes Ba Quáng a destination for both summer tranquility and vibrant autumn/winter hues.
In the winter months, the temperature can drop to 8-15 °C, and the weather can shift quickly, so choosing a dry, sunny day is highly recommended.
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Activities & Experience
- Gentle hill-walk: The hill-top trek is short and easy, ideal for a relaxing outing.
- Photography & cloud gazing: Early morning (~5:00-6:00 a.m.) or late afternoon (~3:00-5:00 p.m.) are the perfect times for capturing golden hour light, drifting mists and panoramic views of the grass carpet.
- Camping and picnics: There are open spaces on the hillside where visitors can set up blankets or small tents and relax under the sky.
- “Burnt grass” viewing: In the late season, the grass turning yellow-orange across rolling hills gives an other-worldly, almost “fire-lit” appearance.
Best Time to Visit & Practical Tips
- For the golden burn-grass look: aim for October to January when the grass transforms and the air is crisp.
- For green, vibrant hills: visit May to October when fresh grass blankets the slopes and weather is milder.
- Dress in layers: It can get quite cold at dawn or near sunset, so bring warm clothes even if the day begins warm.
- The road up is mostly concrete, but the final uphill walk is on a hill track: wear sturdy shoes, bring water and move carefully on wet or windy days.
- Consider going early morning to avoid crowds, capture mist or sunrise, and enjoy peaceful moments on the hill.
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Ba Quáng Burning Grass Hill offers a unique blend: easy walking, wild mountain landscapes, dramatic seasonal colours and minimal crowds. Whether you wander across green gentle slopes or gaze out over amber waves of grass in the twilight, this hillside escape in Cao Bằng invites you to slow down, breathe deeply and capture a moment suspended in time.
