How to get there from Shanghai?

No direct train is available, but here is a suggestion for you. Take the overnight train (K1102/K1103) at Shanghai Train Station to arrive at Xinxiang in the next early morning around 05:00. I remember at the bus station near the train station, there are direct buses to the mountain scenic area and the earliest leaves around 07:00.

As well as that, I know another way by bus: take a diret long-distance bus at Shanghai General Long-distance Bus Station at No. 1666, Zhongxing Road, to Jiaozuo first and the buses are scheduled at 14:20 and 17:20. Upon getting there, you can easily transfer to another direct bus to the scenic area!

And u can stay in the scenic area for sure. There are many choices, among which only Yuntai Resort is an offcial accommodation and others are private!