[2025 Dongtai Attraction] Travel Guide for Dongtai Huanghai Forest Park (Updated Jun)

I thought the plane tree avenue in Nanjing was beautiful, until I came to... If I hadn't seen it with my own eyes, I wouldn't have known that autumn could be so beautiful. The scenery in front of me is beyond words. The endless dawn redwood forest is red like fire. Stroll along the quiet forest path. It feels like walking into a fairy tale world in autumn. ⭐️Huanghai Forest Park Tour Route Entrance ➡️ Dawn Redwood Corridor ➡️ Forest Train ➡️ Aerial Walkway ➡️ Misty Forest ➡️ Forest Eye ➡️ Wood Forest ➡️ Log Cabin Community ✅Forest Train I came here once in summer, and it felt like traveling through the Wizard of Oz. Sitting on the train through the red dawn redwood forest in late autumn is another feeling, and I enjoyed it very much. ✅Aerial Walkway The forest walkway is suspended in mid-air, and the walkway is covered with fallen leaves. It is really pleasant to walk on it, and it is very photogenic. ✅Misty Forest The aerial view is very beautiful, or you can climb to the top of the Forest Eye and overlook the endless red dawn redwood forest, which seems like God's palette has been overturned and left here. ✅Log Cabin Community The red dawn redwood forest and the forest log cabins are like the scenery in anime, full of childlike fun and very healing. 📍Huanghai Forest Park 🚙Located in Dongtai, Yancheng, Jiangsu, suitable for self-driving, about 3 hours from Shanghai or Nanjing, or take the high-speed train to Dongtai Station and then take a taxi. 🈺️8:30-17:00, you can enter early in late autumn. 🎫50r 🛵The forest park is very large, and it takes about half a day to walk the whole way. You can rent bicycles and electric vehicles, and the feeling of riding is really great.

: : : : : : : : : : : : : : : You can also take a bus from Dongtai Bus Station. 🎫Tickets: 50 yuan ⌚️Best viewing time: early December . We will share the best places for tourists to visit in Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Shanghai from time to time, let's check in together! . 💑Author 【Honey Travels】 🐱Two people, a cat and a dog, honeymoon self-driving in China🐶 🐫Smart traveler | 📷Visual contracted photographer 🐬Contracted traveler | 🍉Quality travel creator

Why Visit: Yellow Sea Forest Park is like stepping into a real-life fairy tale! Need an escape from the city and crave fresh air? This is the place! Hop on the forest train to weave through lush greenery, snap dreamy photos in the Misty Forest, let kids explore the nature playground, and spend the night in a cozy wooden cabin under the stars. Whether you're with family, on a date, or solo, you won’t want to leave! Address: Simply navigate to "Yellow Sea Forest Park" — the GPS pin is spot-on! If you're lost, taxis can drop you right at the entrance for hassle-free access. Transportation: 1. Getting There: Driving is highly recommended! The parking lot is huge, and the scenic route is pure therapy. Prefer not to drive? Join a local day tour or take a taxi for a stress-free trip. 2. Inside the Park: The park is vast! Opt for the sightseeing shuttle or forest train for a relaxed tour, or rent bikes/e-bikes to explore at your own pace. Must-See Spots: 1. Misty Forest: A true wonderland! Fog-kissed trails make every shot Instagram-worthy — wear white for ethereal vibes. 2. Canopy Walkway: Soak in panoramic forest views from the treetops, a green paradise straight out of an anime. 3. Nature Exploration Park: Kid heaven! Outdoor play areas let little ones run wild in nature until they’re happily exhausted. 4. Forest Eye: A viral hotspot! This unique observation deck offers 360° forest views — perfect for moody silhouette shots. 5. Drifting Pier: Summer essential! Glide down the stream on a raft, then recharge at the nearby café. 6. Wooden Cabin Village: Sleep surrounded by nature! These charming cabins glow at night — stay over to wake up to birdsong. Tickets: 1. Adults: ¥50. Kids under 1.2m/6 years old enter free — a steal for families! 2. Discounts: Half-price for kids over 6, students, and seniors (bring ID). 3. Hours: 8:30 AM–5:30 PM. Arrive early for golden light and fewer crowds. Pro Tips: 1. Dining: Cafés and fast-food spots are scattered around. Don’t miss the forest-themed afternoon tea — as pretty as it is tasty! 2. Stay Overnight: Book a forest hotel or cabin online (opt for a terrace room) to savor sunrise and evening breezes. 3. Outfit Ideas: Nail the woodland aesthetic! Flowy light dresses, linen shirts, and straw hats = instant photo magic. 4. Essentials: Pack a power bank (you’ll snap nonstop), sunscreen/sunglasses for sunny days, and bug spray for uninterrupted fun.

1️⃣ China Milu Deer Park Address: Milu Line, Chuandong Town, Dafeng District, Yancheng Opening Hours: 08:30-17:00 Ticket: 50 RMB 2️⃣ Holland Flower Sea Address: Huaihai West Road, Xinfeng Town, Dafeng District, Yancheng Opening Hours: 08:30-17:30 (Last entry at 17:00) Ticket: 50 RMB 3️⃣ Red-crowned Crane Wetland Eco-Tourism Zone Address: Danhe Line, Tinghu District, Yancheng (East of Huojian Agricultural Team) Opening Hours: 09:00-17:00 Ticket: 50 RMB 4️⃣ Yellow Sea Forest Park Address: No. 8 Hualin Road, Jianggang Town, Dongtai City, Yancheng Opening Hours: Summer 08:30-17:30, Winter 08:30-17:00 Ticket: 50 RMB 5️⃣ Dayangwan Ecological Tourism Area Address: No. 88 Hubin Road, Tinghu District, Yancheng Opening Hours: 08:30-17:30 (Ticket sales end at 17:00) Ticket: 50 RMB 6️⃣ Andersen Fairy Tale Park Address: No. 89 Xingfu Avenue, Hede Town, Sheyang County, Yancheng Opening Hours: 09:30-17:30 Ticket: 95 RMB 7️⃣ Yancheng Water Street Address: No. 3 Kaifang Avenue, Tinghu District, Yancheng Opening Hours: Open 24/7 all year round Ticket: Free 8️⃣ Dazong Lake Address: No. 1 Pinghu South Road, Yandu District, Yancheng Opening Hours: 08:30-17:00 (Last entry at 16:30) Ticket: 60 RMB 🍖 Yancheng Food Recommendations ▪️ Dongtai Fish Soup Noodles ▪️ Jianhu Lotus Root Starch Balls ▪️ Yancheng Grass Oven Pancake ▪️ Yancheng Liangfen (Jelly Noodles) ▪️ Rice Pancake Wrapped with Fried Dough Sticks ▪️ Wuyou Sugar Fried Dough Twists ▪️ Crab Roe Soup Dumplings ▪️ Binhai Sausage ▪️ Yancheng Egg Pancake

Missed the tulips, that's okay. Hydrangeas are in season in May, so what are you waiting for? ⛱️Must-visit attractions: A sea of ​​flowers and lots of hydrangeas. Sun Island, Moon Island, the scenery has been set up, just waiting for the master to arrive St. Lawrence Cultural Center, a Dutch-style area without leaving the country 🏨Accommodation tips: Yancheng Peninsula Hot Spring Hotel It is basically half an hour's drive from Huanghai Forest Park, Chinese Elk Park and Dutch Flower Sea. The room is big and clean. 💗Other tips: If it is just a half-day trip, you can skip the Kisaragi Theater. It is recommended to enter the park at 8 am or after 3 pm to avoid peak hours. The light for taking photos will be more beautiful There are various performances in the park, remember to check in advance and arrange the time to watch the performance

I finally visited the World Natural Heritage site—China's Yellow (Bohai) Sea Migratory Bird Habitat—in Dongtai, Yancheng, Jiangsu Province. This 2-day, 1-night trip was very original and memorable.👍 Birdwatching 🐦, beachcombing 🦀, deer herds 🦌, red-crowned cranes 🦩, and stargazing 🔭 all in one trip! ⚠️If possible, remember to bring a telephoto camera, binoculars...and carrots 🥕 🚗 It's a 3-hour drive from Shanghai (🅿️ each attraction has a parking lot). 🏨 Mercure Yancheng Dongtai Huanghai Forest Hotel 🗓️Itinerary suggestions: Day 1: China Milu Park—Yeludang Day 2: Yellow Sea Forest Park—Tiaozini 🏞️Attractions: ▪️Tiaozini Scenic Area 08:30–17:00 🕒2–3 hours 💰CNY 24 World Natural Heritage Site! A paradise for birdwatchers and a key area on the East Asian–Australasian Flyway, with millions of migratory birds inhabiting it every year. You can also enjoy the sea, watch the sunrise, and go beachcombing (pay attention to the tide times). ‼️Navigate to "Visitor Service Center" and take the scenic shuttle bus to enter. ▪️Yellow Sea Forest Park 08:30–17:30 🕒2–3 hours 💰CNY 35 A 4A-rated scenic area and a "green oxygen bar" with thousands of acres of dawn redwood trees. It is the largest plain forest in China. Go deep into the forest to explore the "Eye of the Forest," stroll along the aerial boardwalk, experience the Mirror of the Sky, and enjoy a 360° panoramic view of the forest. ‼️You can get tickets when you check in to the hotel. ▪️China Milu Park 08:30–17:00 🕒2–3 hours 💰CNY 35 A 5A-rated scenic area and the world's largest Milu deer nature reserve, home to over 6,000 deer (60% of the world's total). It is divided into a driving area and a walking area. You can get up close to the Milu deer and interact with them by feeding them carrots 🥕, which is a lot of fun. ‼️Bring your own carrots, as they are expensive in the scenic area. ▪️Yeludang 09:00–17:00 🕒2–3 hours 💰CNY 20 A habitat for wild Milu deer populations. Compared with the captive breeding model of the neighboring China Milu Park, this place retains the most original natural state. Meet the Milu deer unexpectedly along the way. It is also one of the five major dark night sky protection sites in China (the only one in economically developed areas), with up to 238 days of stargazing per year, and has been selected into the World Dark Sky Reserve list. ‼️Remember to keep warm when stargazing at night. 🔗Nearby attractions: ▪️Red-crowned Crane Wetland Ecological Tourism Area A 4A-rated scenic area where you can see red-crowned cranes flying together during the release sessions at 10:30 and 15:30 every day. ▪️Sunrise Bay The best place in Jiangsu to watch the sunrise over the sea, where you can see the unique natural wonder of "tidal trees." ▪️Xixi Tianxianyuan Scenic Area The origin of the "Legend of Dong Yong and the Seventh Fairy," with 53 related place name relics. ▪️Holland Flower Sea China's No. 1 tulip flower sea! It has the largest planting area, the most varieties, and the most beautiful shapes.

Today I arrived in Yancheng, Jiangsu. This is my first visit to Yancheng. I discovered that Yancheng has a very long history and is home to Jiangsu's only World Natural Heritage site. There are also many delicious foods here that emphasize fresh flavors. However, this time I'm staying at the Huanghai Forest Ecological Resort for 2 days, so I'll have to visit other places next time! The Huanghai Forest Ecological Resort is a place you'll fall in love with at first sight, especially that long, winding wooden walkway suspended in the cedar forest, which takes you up into the air, bringing you incredibly close to the trees and sunlight! There's also a perfectly straight 13.14 km cedar avenue... This season, the leaves are tender and green, full of vibrant energy with life bursting forth! I spent the entire afternoon strolling through the forest, searching for wildflowers, and in the evening, I waited for the sunset on the large lawn while listening to birdsong. It was incredibly healing!

📍｜Location: Yancheng 🚗｜Transportation: Self-drive from Xuzhou to Yancheng, 4 hours 🏢｜Hotel: Yancheng Powerlong Art Hotel Select 🕚｜Duration: Four days and three nights - 🚘｜【Itinerary】 ►DAY① Seashore foraging [Departure] Yancheng, navigate to Moon Bay [Afternoon] Moon Bay—Coastal Road—Bian Dan Alley—Yellow Sea Great Wall [Dinner] European Style Street ►DAY② [Morning] Yellow Sea Forest Park [Afternoon] Milu Deer National Nature Reserve [Dinner] Water Street ►DAY③ [Morning] Red-crowned Crane Nature Reserve [Afternoon] Dutch Flower Sea + Only Love Drama Fantasy City [Dinner] Shanyuqianng Subei Cuisine ►DAY④ [Morning] Dayang Bay Ecological Park [Lunch] Zhulin Restaurant [Return] Xuzhou - 🍜｜【Food】 Zhulin Fish Noodle Soup, Zhulin Restaurant, Lao Chen Egg Pancake, Powerlong Plaza Food Festival, Water Street snacks, Shanyuqianng Subei Cuisine - 💕｜【Tips】 ►Powerlong Art Hotel offers excellent value for money. The breakfast is probably four-star standard, very good. ►Yancheng's attractions are quite far apart, so self-driving is recommended. ►Seashore foraging is possible at Yellow Sea Great Wall and Moon Bay. Pay attention to the tide times. ►Milu Deer Park, Red-crowned Crane Wetland, and Yellow Sea Forest Park offer opportunities to get close to nature and animals, suitable for children. ►Visit Water Street and European Style Street in the evening for dining, shopping, and enjoying the landscape lights.

Hey everyone! 🌸 Yancheng's spring offers a double treat of flower fields and wetlands! 🌿 In April-May, tulips carpet the ground, milu deer frolic on the mudflats, red-crowned cranes soar in the blue sky, and best of all - fewer crowds, beautiful scenery, and great prices! 💰 Save this comprehensive guide to unlock Yancheng's spring-exclusive romance! 💖 🔹About Yancheng 🌊 Yancheng, a coastal star of Jiangsu, boasts Asia's largest mudflat wetlands and is known as the "Home of Milu Deer and Red-Crowned Cranes" 🦌🦢. Unlike crowded Jiangnan water towns, it features vast flower fields, forest oxygen bars, and fairytale parks. Visit during April-May off-season for discounted tickets, bargain hotel rates, and crowd-free photo opportunities! ✨ 🎯Must-Visit Spring Attractions (Highlights👇) ❶【Holland Flower Sea (China's Largest Tulip Field)】🌷💐 📍Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 🌟Highlights: 30 million tulips form a rainbow carpet, with windmills, churches, and flower fields transporting you to Holland! April-exclusive Tulip Cultural Festival features college music competitions and floral concerts - amazing atmosphere! 🕒Hours: 8:30-17:30 💰Admission: 45 yuan (off-season discounts available) ✨Tips: ✅ Wear light-colored dresses for photo shoots in tulip fields - guaranteed social media hits! 📸 ✅ Visit the "Love in Tulips" sculpture - a must for couples! 🔒 ✅ Watch the evening light show - breathtaking flowers and illuminations 🌌 ✅ Must-try: Flower Sea ice cream and Dutch snacks 🍦 ❷【China Milu Deer Park (World's Largest Milu Deer Reserve)】🦌🌳 📍Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 🌟Highlights: Over 5,000 "four-unlike" milu deer roaming freely, feed carrots up close from sightseeing vehicles - melts your heart! Watch the King Deer Competition in May - spectacular! 🕒Hours: 8:30-17:00 💰Admission: 55 yuan ✨Tips: ✅ Buy 10 yuan carrots to feed deer - catch them sticking out their tongues! 😝 ✅ Take boat tours through wetlands, spot bathing deer and circling birds 🛶 ✅ Visit the Science Museum with kids to learn about deer antler shedding 🧠 ❸【Red-Crowned Crane Wetland Eco-Tourism Area】🦢🌾 📍Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 🌟Highlights: 60% of global wild red-crowned cranes winter here. Though April-May isn't peak season, daily flights of captive crane flocks offer healing "crane ascension" views! 🕒Hours: 8:30-17:00 💰Admission: 45 yuan ✨Tips: ✅ Watch crane flights at 10:30 AM - capture aerial ballet 🩰 ✅ Walk wetland boardwalks to encounter wild ducks and egrets 🦆 ✅ Learn about Xu Xiujuan's crane protection story at the Crane Museum 📖 ❹【Dayang Bay Ecological Park (Cherry Blossoms + Hot Springs)】🌸♨️ 📍Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 🌟Highlights: 50,000 cherry trees line a 10-kilometer stretch, ride mini trains through pink tunnels, enjoy evening hot springs and egg-cooking - maximum romance! 🕒Hours: 8:30-21:00 (night viewing available) 💰Admission: 60 yuan ✨Tips: ✅ Wear hanfu for cherry blossom photos - instant classical beauty 👘 ✅ Night cherry light show + fireworks - amazing atmosphere 🎆 ✅ Soak in natural hot springs, try hot spring-boiled eggs 🥚 ❺【Dafeng Dream Maze (Guinness Record Park)】🎪🚀 📍Rating: ⭐⭐⭐ 🌟Highlights: World's largest hedge maze, go-karts, laser tag, trampoline park - full day of fun and perfect for families! 🕒Hours: 9:00-17:30 💰Admission: 80 yuan (combo tickets offer better value) ✨Tips: ✅ Challenge the Guinness maze - staff can help if you're lost 🆘 ✅ Race go-karts on the track - feel the speed and excitement 🏎️ ✅ VR hall and archery range - perfect for kids' entertainment! 🏖3-Day 2-Night Relaxed Itinerary D1 🌸Flower Viewing Day Morning: Holland Flower Sea photos + shows Afternoon: Dayang Bay cherry blossoms + evening hot springs Stay: Holland Flower Sea area B&B/city hotel D2 🦌Wetland Discovery Day Morning: Milu Deer Park deer feeding + wetland boat tour Afternoon: Crane Reserve crane watching + wetland hiking Stay: Yellow Sea Forest Park cabin (fall asleep to ocean waves 🌊) D3 🎢Theme Park Fun Day All day: Dafeng Dream Maze fun + European-style street visit Evening: Water Street food and souvenir shopping, return journey 🍜Must-Try Local Food ✅ Fish Soup Noodles: Milky white crucian carp soup + chewy noodles - incredibly delicious! 🍜 ✅ Lotus Root Balls: Q-texture wrapper with nut filling - sweet tooth heaven ✅ Yancheng Egg Pancakes: Local breakfast favorite, perfect with pork loin! 🌮 ✅ Drunken Snails: Coastal specialty, perfect with alcohol - try if you dare! 🏡Accommodation Recommendations ✅ Holland Flower Sea B&B: Window views of flower fields, wake up to floral fragrance 🌷 ✅ Yellow Sea Forest Park Cabins: Stay in forest oxygen bar, stargaze at night 🌌 ✅ Downtown 5-star hotels: Great value at 200+ yuan/night, super convenient location! 🚗Transportation Guide 🚄High-speed rail: 2 hours from Shanghai/Nanjing to Yancheng Station, easy taxi access to attractions 🚗Self-drive: Attractions are spread out, recommend car rental (100+ yuan/day) 🚌Public transport: Tourist season direct buses, City Tour lines 1/2 reach main attractions

🌳 Along the Huanghai coast in Dongtai, Jiangsu, lies a "natural oxygen bar" spanning 60,000 mu. Driving along National Highway 228, at the end of the road, a breathtaking view unfolds - Dongtai Huanghai Forest Park's metasequoia corridor stretches like a jade screen. Sunlight dances through branches onto stone pavements, while 4,000 negative ions per cubic centimeter carry the fresh scent of vegetation, naturally slowing the pace of urban dwellers. This is not only East China's largest artificial ecological forest but also a fairytale world through all seasons, from spring cherry blossoms to winter rime frost - each frame a visual poem of nature. 🌟 Must-Visit Secret Spots: Multiple Ways to Experience the Forest 🌲 Metasequoia Corridor and Skywalk • A Red Tunnel of Light and Shadow: Straight metasequoia trees stand guard on both sides like loyal sentinels. November brings blazing red sequoias, while December features crystal-clear rime frost. The skywalk suspended above the canopy lets you touch the leaves, with dappled shadows below creating perfect forest-themed photos. • Forest Eye Observation Deck: Free access to the glass observation deck offers a 360° view of the red sequoia forest. The mirror design creates an overlap of reflections and reality, like entering the floating realm of "Avatar." 🚂 Forest Train Tour • A Fairytale Train Through Time: Ride the vintage green train through the forest, where wheel sounds mix with birdsong on gravel paths, and window reflections capture flowing sequoia shadows - like stepping into the steampunk world of "Spirited Away" (train ride included in admission). ♨️ Forest Hot Spring Healing Plan • Natural Therapeutic Springs: Soak in the 42°C "Wind Bath" hot spring pool under starlight filtering through the canopy, with mineral-rich waters below that instantly melt away fatigue. Night bathers might catch glimpses of dancing fireflies in the forest. 🍜 Culinary Adventures: From Forest to Plate • Deep Forest Deer Restaurant: Features "Forest Feast" specialties. Must-try dishes include soup dumplings with crab roe (bursting with juice), bamboo fungus with free-range chicken, and pan-fried cod (fresh catch), paired with wild ferns. Enjoy ecological dining for about 60 yuan per person. • Wetland Fisherman's House: "Fisherman's Residence" 1km outside the park serves blanched squid, razor clams in scallion oil, and braised mixed fish - all fresh from Huanghai daily catch. Taste land and sea delicacies for about 50 yuan per person. 📝 Practical Guide: Worry-free Park Visit 🎫 Ticket Information • Basic ticket: 50 yuan (includes shuttle), train ride 20 yuan one-way, hot spring package 128 yuan (includes admission + hot spring + light meal) • Hidden benefits: Free admission for children under 1.4m and seniors over 70, half-price for student ID holders, free for photography association members. 🚶 Classic Routes 1. Morning: Metasequoia Corridor (aerial photos) → Skywalk (low-angle shots) → Forest Station (tea break) 2. Afternoon: Forest Train (forest crossing) → Forest Eye (panoramic shots) → Hot Springs → Night Firefly Valley tour ⏰ Best Seasons • Red Sequoia Season: Late November to mid-December, when sequoias turn vibrant red • Firefly Season: June-July nights, when fireflies light up the fairytale forest 🚗 Transportation Guide: Best Routes • Self-driving: Navigate to "Huanghai Forest Park," take Yanjing Highway to G228, about 3 hours from Shanghai/Nanjing, free parking. • High-speed rail + bus: Take Bus 16 from Dongtai Station (30 minutes) or taxi (20 minutes, about 30 yuan). 🏡 Nearby Accommodation: Forest Retreat Options • Nest Cabins: 5-minute walk to park, panoramic stargazing dome rooms with deer-viewing windows, 698 yuan/night including breakfast and hot spring tickets. • Forest Hidden Resort: 8-minute drive from park, Japanese-style hot spring inn with private forest bathing pools, 180 yuan/person/night for private nature experience. 📸 In-depth Experience Tips • Forest Photography: Rent hanfu/forest-style outfits at entrance (50 yuan/set) for unique photos on glass walkway and red sequoia tunnel. • Nature Class: Join "Little Forest Ranger" activities, make plant specimens, learn about wetland conservation (advance booking required). From the legendary mount of Jiang Ziya in "Creation of the Gods" to today's ecological miracle, Huanghai Forest Park has transformed barren beach into an oasis over 750 years, making every breath a whispered conversation with nature. 🌲

| Qingming Festival Travel Guide. Yancheng, formerly known as "Yandu," is a prefecture-level city under the jurisdiction of Jiangsu Province, located in the central coastal area of Jiangsu. It is the only prefecture-level city in China named after salt. The city has a profound culture of sea salt, and famous ministers such as Fan Zhongyan once served as salt officials here. Yancheng was once the core of the anti-Japanese base behind enemy lines in central China, and the New Fourth Army Memorial Hall tells the story of that red history. Yancheng has an excellent ecological environment. The Yellow Sea wetland is listed as a World Natural Heritage Site, Dafeng Chinese Milu Park is the largest wild milu park, and the Red-crowned Crane Wetland Ecological Tourism Area is also a great place for crane watching. In addition, Dutch Flower Sea, Yanzhen Water Street, Yellow Sea Forest Park and other scenic spots also attract many tourists. 🏞Recommended Attractions in [Downtown] Yancheng 1️⃣Tongma Square—Urban landmark, suitable for photo ops 2️⃣Water Street—Yancheng merchant culture commercial district, blending history and modernity 3️⃣Dayang Bay—Cherry blossoms bloom in spring, suitable for flower viewing and camping 4️⃣Zhuxi Ancient Town—A thousand-year-old town where you can experience the tranquility and beauty of a water town 5️⃣New Fourth Army Memorial Hall—Red tourism destination to learn about revolutionary history 6️⃣Sea Salt Museum—A window to understand Yancheng's salt industry culture 7️⃣Red-crowned Crane Wetland Ecological Tourism Area—Watch red-crowned cranes and experience the natural charm of the wetland 🏞Recommended Attractions in [Dafeng] Yancheng 1️⃣Chinese Milu Park—The largest milu natural reserve in Asia, observe the elegant posture of the "four unlikes" up close 2️⃣Dutch Flower Sea—The sea of flowers blooms in spring, as if you are in the Dutch countryside, suitable for taking pictures and viewing flowers 3️⃣Sunrise Bay—Watch the sunrise/sunset over the sea and feel the magnificence of nature 4️⃣Yellow Sea Wild Deer Pond—An excellent place to enjoy wetland scenery and wild milu deer 🏞Recommended Attractions in [Dongtai] Yancheng 1️⃣Dongtai Yellow Sea Forest Park—A natural oxygen bar, full of green in spring, suitable for hiking and cycling 2️⃣Dongtai Tiaozini Wetland—A world natural heritage site, where you can watch migratory birds and wetland scenery 3️⃣Dongtai Xixi Tourism and Culture Scenic Area—An ancient town integrating history, culture and natural landscapes, with the legend of "Dong Yong and the Seventh Fairy" as its theme, romantic and full of stories 📎Attached travel map (Figure 13) 🚩Recommended travel routes 👭 Travel with besties/friends/couples 1️⃣DAY 1 Water Street > Dayang Bay > Zhuxi Ancient Town (Downtown) 2️⃣DAY 2 Dutch Flower Sea > Sunrise Bay (Dafeng) 3️⃣DAY 3 Dongtai Yellow Sea Forest Park > Dongtai Tiaozini Wetland (Dongtai) 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family trip 1️⃣DAY 1 Water Street > Dayang Bay > Zhuxi Ancient Town (Downtown) 2️⃣DAY 2 Red-crowned Crane Wetland Ecological Tourism Area > Chinese Milu Park (Downtown > Dafeng) 3️⃣DAY 3 Dongtai Yellow Sea Forest Park > Dongtai Tiaozini Wetland (Dongtai) 🖼️ Cultural trip 1️⃣DAY 1 Water Street > Tongma Square > Sea Salt Museum > Zhuxi Ancient Town (Downtown) 2️⃣DAY 2 Red-crowned Crane Wetland Ecological Tourism Area > Chinese Milu Park OR Yellow Sea Wild Deer Pond (Downtown > Dafeng) 3️⃣DAY 3 Dongtai Yellow Sea Forest Park > Dongtai Xixi Tourism and Culture Scenic Area (Dongtai) 🌳 Spring outing/outdoor trip 1️⃣DAY 1 Water Street > Dayang Bay > Red-crowned Crane Wetland Ecological Tourism Area (Downtown) 2️⃣DAY 2 Dutch Flower Sea > Chinese Milu Park (Dafeng) 3️⃣DAY 3 Dongtai Yellow Sea Forest Park > Dongtai Tiaozini Wetland (Dongtai)

“Pleasant Guiyang, a summer paradise.” Guiyang, with its unique landscapes and cultural customs, is a city that makes people linger. But this time, I bid farewell to Guiyang and headed to Yancheng to explore the poetic land of northern Jiangsu and embark on an unforgettable spring trip. 🌅Itinerary - Day 1: China Sea Salt Museum → Yancheng Water Street - China Sea Salt Museum: Learn about the origin and development of Yancheng's sea salt culture. The museum's rich exhibits and multimedia displays vividly recreate scenes of ancient sea salt production, as if traveling through thousands of years. - Yancheng Water Street: Visit after nightfall. The ancient buildings are beautifully illuminated, allowing you to stroll through them and experience the charm of the water town. - Day 2: Dutch Flower Sea → Milu Deer National Nature Reserve - Dutch Flower Sea: In March, tulips bloom one after another. The colorful sea of flowers is like a fairy tale world, perfect for taking photos📸. - Milu Deer National Nature Reserve: Visit in the afternoon. This is the home of the milu deer, where you can observe these lovely creatures living freely in the wetlands up close. - Day 3: Yellow Sea Forest Park → Tiaozini Scenic Area → Dongtai Fish Soup Noodles Cultural Industrial Park - Yellow Sea Forest Park: Enter the park in the early morning, breathe in the fresh air, stroll along the forest boardwalk, and enjoy the tranquility of nature. - Tiaozini Scenic Area: Visit in the afternoon to see the largest intertidal wetland in Asia, admire the unique mudflat scenery, and if you're lucky, you might even see flocks of migratory birds. - Dongtai Fish Soup Noodles Cultural Industrial Park: Come here in the evening to learn about the production process of fish soup noodles and, of course, enjoy a bowl of authentic Dongtai fish soup noodles. 🏠Accommodation Recommendations - Yancheng City: It is recommended to stay near Baolong Plaza or Jianjun Road, which offers convenient transportation and many nearby restaurants and shopping areas. - Dongtai: If you are going to the Dutch Flower Sea and Tiaozini Scenic Area, you can choose to stay in Dongtai City, which offers good value and convenient transportation. ❗Important Notes - The weather in Yancheng is changeable in March, so remember to bring rain gear and warm clothes. - When visiting the Milu Deer National Nature Reserve and Tiaozini Scenic Area, pay attention to protecting the ecological environment and do not feed the animals. - The Dutch Flower Sea has many tourists on weekends. If you want to take photos, try to visit on a working day to better enjoy the scenery. On this trip to Yancheng, I experienced its unique natural scenery and rich cultural heritage. Every scenic spot and every dish has become a precious memory of my journey. I look forward to meeting this city again!

🌊 Who understands the joy of having the whole mudflat to yourself in Yancheng? (My poor friend who went to Sanya during the Lunar New Year, look at me enjoying the empty city and laughing like a goose 🦆) --- 🌿 Why Yancheng? 👉🏻 2-hour high-speed train from Shanghai, prices are 1/3 of Suzhou and Hangzhou 👉🏻 One of only two intertidal wetlands in the world (the other is in South Korea) 👉🏻 Hotel prices drop to 150+/night after the Lunar New Year, buy-one-get-one-free scenic spot tickets --- 🚗 Transportation and accommodation tips ▪️ High-speed train tip: Buy a ticket to "Yancheng Dafeng Station", take a taxi for 15 yuan to Holland Flower Sea (tulips start to bloom at the end of February 🌷) ▪️ Accommodation tip: Yellow Sea Forest Park cabin (400+/night including breakfast for two and tickets), open the window to see elk walking around, more healing than Animal Crossing ▪️ Reverse tourism tip: Avoid the crowds at the Red-crowned Crane Reserve, go to 📍Dafeng Port Zoo to see bowing elk (5 yuan/bag of carrots to feed them) --- 📸 Exclusive photo spots ✅ Tiaozini Wetland (free | go at low tide) → Bring salt! Write "I was here" on the mudflat (the tide will erase it in 10 minutes) → See the "tidal tree" spectacle at 3 pm, drone view looks like the earth's blood vessels ✅ Anfeng Ancient Town (free | 10 times fewer people than Zhouzhuang) → Buy rice wine from the grandma sunbathing at the entrance of Wu's Ancestral Hall (5 yuan/bowl with traditional blue and white porcelain) → Go to the tea house converted from a century-old pawnshop, the owner will teach you how to play Yancheng leaf cards 🃏 ✅ Water Street Lantern Festival (until February 24) → Don't blink during the 7 pm Phoenix Flying performance! After the show, squeeze to the back door of the stage to buy lotus root balls (brown sugar flavor beats the scenic spot store) --- 🍜 Local food guide 🔥 Farmer Street Egg Pancake (starts at 3 pm) → Add kelp shreds + pork tenderloin = 7 yuan, sweet bean sauce is the soul → Next door, oil sticks with tofu pudding, sweet and salty forever 🔥 Dongtai Fish Soup Noodles (Aunt Mei's Noodle House) → White soup made with crucian carp bone marrow, sprinkle white pepper and drink until your nose sweats → Secret menu: add a spoonful of shrimp roe, so fresh that your friend will change their train ticket overnight 🔥 Dagang Salted Goose (Unnamed stall on Jianshe Road) → Starts selling at 4 pm, goose gizzard is more popular than goose meat → Vacuum-packed, can be taken on the high-speed train, mix with noodles at home and make your roommate cry with envy --- 💣 Pitfalls to avoid 1️⃣ Red-crowned crane release time changed to 10:30! Don't wait for the afternoon show 2️⃣ Holland Flower Sea only has greenhouse flower fields in February, don't be fooled by online photos 3️⃣ Be cautious of "seafood stalls" recommended by taxi drivers, menu has no prices 4️⃣ Yellow Sea Forest Park train costs 50 yuan/person, better to rent a bike --- 📌 Hidden tips for traveling through Dafeng 🔸 Bring rubber shoes! Tiaozini mudflat can trap people 🔹 Book a free tour guide at Yancheng Museum in advance (wearing Hanfu can trigger NPC storylines) 🔸 Dazong Lake winter fishing season is ending, buy fish on-site and they can help marinate it 🔹 Bring back a bundle of Binhai sausages, colleagues will chase you for the link after steaming (Being fed New Year goods by three shop owners in Anfeng Ancient Town, I finally understand what "the warmth of scattered Jiangsu" means 💖) --- 💬 "What other reverse tourism gems are there in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai? Share your secret bases in the comments!"

9 hidden gems in Yancheng, off the beaten path and stunning! Yancheng, a hidden gem in northern Jiangsu, is home to many beautiful landscapes and rich cultural heritage. These 9 attractions are not to be missed, off the beaten path and stunning! Milu Deer Park Yancheng's only 5A-level scenic spot, the world's largest milu deer nature reserve. Here, herds of milu deer graze and frolic on the grass, taking you into a fairytale animal kingdom. Holland Flower Sea Covering an area of 3,000 mu, it is known as the "Disneyland of Yancheng". Every spring, more than 30 million tulips bloom, red, yellow, and purple intertwined, like a dreamland. Yellow Sea Forest Park The largest artificial ecological forest park in East China, with metasequoia, wooden houses, rivers, boardwalks, and small trains, is a great place to get close to nature. Red-crowned Crane Wetland Ecotourism Area The largest coastal wetland reserve on the west coast of the Pacific Ocean, and the world's largest wintering ground for wild red-crowned cranes. In autumn and winter, red-crowned cranes dance gracefully, a sight to behold. Dazong Lake - Eastern Jin Water City Dazong Lake is clear, and the lake and mountains are picturesque. The Eastern Jin Water City is modeled after Southern Song architecture, with an ancient style and charm, as if taking you back in time. Yanzhen Water Street A commercial street modeled after the Ming and Qing dynasties, known as the "Yancheng version of Qinhuai River". There are many delicacies, as well as theatrical performances, and the night view is charming. New Fourth Army Memorial Hall A window to learn about the history of the New Fourth Army and the old appearance of the military headquarters. The relics and photos in the museum tell the story of the difficult revolutionary years. Tiaozini A golden beach on the shores of the Yellow Sea, with wide and flat sand, shining in the sunlight. The sea breeze is gentle, making you feel relaxed and happy. Anfeng Ancient Street Full of historical charm, with bluestone roads, carved doors and windows, and ancient shops. Stroll through it and feel the changes of time. These attractions in Yancheng each have their own charm, come and check them out for an unforgettable trip!

Huanghai Forest Park is located at No. 8 Hualin Road, Coastal Economic Zone, Dongtai City, Yancheng City. It was built in 1965 and is the largest artificial ecological forest in the East China Plain and the largest artificial forest park along the coast of China. With a forest coverage rate of over 90%, the park is home to 628 species of plants, 342 species of birds, and nearly 30 species of mammals. The park is rich in negative oxygen ions and is a "natural oxygen bar." The park features a 13.1 km Metasequoia corridor, where you can take a stroll and enjoy the greenery; a 1.5 km forest train that takes you through the forest; a 2 km aerial walkway, suspended above the wetland, where you can overlook the wetland corridor; a 17,700 square meter misty forest, where you can interact with squirrels and experience a misty spa; and a 40-meter-high Forest Eye Observation Tower, with a glass observation deck and a sky mirror, where you can overlook the forest. The OUTDOOR MIX Adventure Park offers adventure activities, and the children's camp consists of a forest memory area, an exploration area, and other children's play areas, as well as science education programs such as forest classes.

Healing forest trip - Huanghai Forest Park 🖍️Yancheng Dongtai Huanghai Forest Park 🚗3 hours by car, or take a high-speed train to Dongtai Station, where there is a direct shuttle bus. 🎫50 🍎🍎🍎Travel route🍎🍎🍎 Science Museum - Dawn Redwood Corridor - Forest Train - Aerial Walkway - Misty Forest - Forest Eye - Wood Education Forest - Wooden House Community 📷📷📷Photo spots📷📷📷 ✔️Redwood Avenue: It's right at the entrance, and the road is long! Beautiful no matter how you take it ✔️Lake in the center of the forest: The small wooden house by the lake is surrounded by redwood trees, which is simply too dreamy! ✔️Aerial Walkway: A walkway in the redwood forest!! So romantic ✔️Wooden house area: The small wooden house hidden in the forest is the elf house in the fairy tale! Great for photos. 📝The time and transportation between each attraction are very clear, and the new function can also recommend nearby attractions and food according to the current location and itinerary! So useful

In fact, the Metasequoia forest is no longer in its best viewing period. The main reason is that some of the red leaves 🍂 have fallen Why is it said that it is late but it is still late? The main reason is that the Metasequoia forest in Dongtai Huanghai Forest Park is large enough and has enough fallen leaves. Although some red leaves have fallen, the scenery is still pleasing to the eye. Whether it is for taking photos 📷, strolling 🚶‍➡️, ​​or taking your kids out, it is actually a good choice. Let's talk about the forest park itself: ✅The main feature is a large Metasequoia forest, which is planted horizontally and vertically, with roads, houses, and children's playgrounds interspersed in between. Needless to say, the colors are mainly red in this season and green in summer. ✅There are small trains, cute insect island (children's playground), wooden houses in the forest and plank roads in the forest, so it is relatively easy to take your baby out for a walk ✅There is the Forest Eye, which is a high tower (with an elevator). After climbing up, you can overlook the vast forest. There is also a sky mirror on the tower, which is specially designed for taking photos📷 Finally, let’s talk about taking photos and travel tips: 1️⃣You can walk into the woods, the fallen leaves on the ground are more abundant and redder, more suitable for taking pictures📷 2️⃣Don’t miss the aerial plank road in the forest. You can stand high up and take photos with the trees to highlight the forest background. 3️⃣Don’t miss the Cabin in the Forest and the Eye of the Forest. The former has a Nordic style and the latter overlooks the forest. 4️⃣ If you have a drone, take it with you. The scenery is more beautiful from the air. Here are the Tips time: ⌚️Recommended visiting time: Business hours are from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. It is recommended to arrange half a day to a full day. Tickets: 45 yuan per person, but hotels nearby will basically give you free tickets Car rental: There are many tour buses inside the park. The whole park is quite large. If you don’t want to walk, you can rent one (the price is a bit expensive). If you like to walk and take pictures, it is recommended to walk the whole way. Okay, that’s all for today’s ramblings. Follow me and let’s explore new destinations together!

Be sure to come to this fairytale forest in December Last year, many friends around me strongly recommended Huanghai Forest Park to me, saying that the redwood forest there is absolutely beautiful, so this year I paid attention to the weather early and arranged a two-day trip. To be honest, I regret coming too late. The forests are colorful, gorgeous, brilliant, and endless... These words are very appropriate to describe this niche tourist destination. The Metasequoia trees have all turned red these days, and the vast forest of thousands of acres spreads endlessly in all directions, as beautiful as an oil painting, as if you have entered a fairy tale world. Location: Huanghai Forest Park, Dongtai City, Yancheng City, Jiangsu Province Transportation: 3 hours by car from Nanjing, or you can take the high-speed rail to Dongtai Station. The Mercure Hotel in the scenic area has 4 shuttle buses per day. Ticket price: 50 yuan/person Conventional route: Metasequoia Corridor - Forest Train - Skywalk - Misty Forest - Forest Eye - Wood Forest - Wooden House Community The scenic area is very large, the whole journey is about 8 kilometers, and it takes 2-3 hours to hike. There are multi-person bicycles and electric vehicles for rent. Popular check-in spots: The forest train runs every half an hour. Not only children, but even adults like to sit on it and travel through the Metasequoia forest that looks like an oil painting. The aerial plank road is a forest trail suspended in mid-air with a wide view. Ten thousand acres of forest are right before your eyes, which is particularly photogenic. The aerial photography of the Misty Forest is the most impressive, and it looks especially like the Misty Forest in the Harry Potter movies! You can climb to the top of the Forest Eye to overlook the view, which is excellent. One of the highlights of the wooden house community scenic area, the neatly arranged wooden houses "lying dormant" here are like a dream kingdom in a fairy tale world. TIPS: 1. The scenic area opens at 8:30 and closes at 17:00, but you can actually enter very early. 2. The parking lot at the entrance of the scenic area is free and has charging stations. 3. I stayed at the Mercure Hotel which is located in the scenic area. The conditions are very good. It takes only 10 minutes to walk there. There is a shuttle bus and you can also stay in the cabins in the scenic area. I will try it next time. This time I arranged a two-day tour. On the first day, I went directly to the nearby Wild Deer Pond. I didn’t spend a penny on the ticket and watched the elks for the whole afternoon (see Figure 18). It was so exciting. What also left a deep impression on me during this trip was the food. I tried steamed eggs with shrimp, raw pickled white shrimp, fish soup noodles, and shredded radish and razor clam soup. The prices were ridiculously cheap. I will write a special guide to watching deer later. It is especially suitable for bringing children to play.

My dear family, this fiery red Metasequoia forest is absolutely beautiful, so beautiful that it makes people want to cry! 😭It feels like being in a fairy tale world! The key is that there aren’t many people, and any shot looks like a blockbuster movie! ! ! ! ! 🖍️Yancheng Dongtai Yellow Sea Forest Park 🚗It takes about 3 hours to drive by yourself. You can take the high-speed rail to Dongtai Station, and there is a shuttle bus directly to the scenic area. 🎫Tickets: 50 yuan 🍎🍎🍎Recommended tour routes🍎🍎🍎 Science Museum-Metasequoia Corridor-Forest Train-Skywalk-Misty Forest-Eye of the Forest-Wooden Forest-Wooden House Community 📷📷📷Recommended photo-taking spots📷📷📷 ✔️Cedar Avenue: You can see it from the entrance, this road is very long! Any photo will look good! ✔️At the lake in the center of the forest: The cabin by the lake is surrounded by Metasequoia forest, which is very dreamy! ✔️Sky Corridor: A corridor that travels through the red cedar forest! ! So romantic that it makes people dizzy! ✔️Cabin area: The cabin hidden in the woods looks like the elf's cabin in a fairy tale! Super invincible film!

If you hadn't seen it with your own eyes, you wouldn't have known that autumn could be so beautiful. It's hard to describe the scenery in front of you with the words "the forest is full of colors". The Metasequoia forest that stretches as far as the eye can see is in full bloom. Walking along the quiet forest path, It feels like walking into an autumn fairy tale world. Huanghai Forest Park Tour Route Entrance Metasequoia Corridor Forest Train Skywalk Misty Forest Forest Eyes Muyu Forest Cabin Community. Forest Train I came here once in the summer and it felt like I was walking through the Wizard of Oz. In late autumn, riding a small train through the red Metasequoia forest was another feeling. Both were great experiences. Skywalk The forest trail is suspended in the air and the plank road is covered with fallen leaves. It is really pleasant to stroll on it and the photos are very good. Misty Forest The aerial photography is very beautiful, or you can climb to the top of the Forest Eye and look down. The endless red Metasequoia forest seems like God's overturned palette was left here. Log House Community The red Metasequoia forest and the forest cabins look very much like the scenery in anime, full of childlike fun and very healing.

The golden red color of the metasequoia dyed the entire forest This forest is the Yellow Sea Forest Park An autumn secret hidden in northern Jiangsu It’s really as beautiful as an oil painting Like a fairy tale world The Metasequoia Corridor is famous for its golden and red Metasequoia trees and the brilliant colors reflected on the water. Became a favorite among photographers and tourists Here, every step is a painting, every frame is a story Large areas of golden and red metasequoia are reflected on the water Like a gorgeous and colorful oil painting The small train shuttles through the metasequoia forest It's like traveling through time and space Admire the beautiful autumn colors gifted by nature Forest trail suspended in mid-air People can overlook thousands of acres of forest sea Golden red leaves shine in the sun Misty forest when fog fills the air The forest is shrouded in mystery A paradise for photography lovers 40-meter-high observation tower transparent glass observation deck You can overlook the entire forest The golden-red Metasequoia forest spreads before your eyes like a magnificent picture Cabin hidden in the forest arranged in order It looks like a cabin in a fairy tale Immerse yourself in the charm of autumn colors

Yancheng Yellow Sea National Forest Park, a dreamland in December Yancheng Yellow Sea National Forest Park in December is like a dreamland. In early winter, the dawn redwood forest is as red as fire, and the plank road winds through it, making you feel like you are in a fairy tale forest. Climb to the top of the Eye of the Forest and look at the fairy tale-style cabins in the distance. This time travel is definitely worth a visit. Transportation: Self-driving is the most convenient. Opening hours: 8:30–17:00. Ticket information: CNY 50/person, free for those staying in the resort. Tour route: Forest Park Gate - Dawn Redwood Corridor - Forest Train - Aerial Walkway - Misty Forest - Eye of the Forest - Cabin Cluster Beautiful check-in points: [Aerial Walkway] The walkway is above the water and forest. Walking on it, you feel like you are one with nature. The view is wide, and you can overlook the forest like a bird. [Forest Train] The forest train journey is not to be missed. It travels through the orange-red dawn redwood forest, and the fairy tale world is right in front of you. [Misty Forest] When the mist system is turned on, the mist is like a dream, making it a great photo spot. [Eye of the Forest] The dawn redwood forest observation tower is about 40 meters high. The sky mirror glass viewing platform at the top of the tower offers a panoramic view of the forest, which is spectacular. [Cabin Cluster] It is like a fairy tale cabin in the forest kingdom, and the photo effect is great. Tips: The park is large, so it is recommended to visit it with the scenic shuttle bus, which allows you to enjoy the beautiful scenery and relax; it is recommended to stay in the scenic area for one day, as the independent tree house accommodation is unique, and taking photos at 9:00 the next day is more colorful; the best viewing period is from now to late December, when the dawn redwood forest is a beautiful sight.

In December, why not visit the picturesque fairy tale forest of Huanghai Forest Park and make every wonderful moment an eternal memory? As a little-known niche tourist destination, this place was highly recommended by many of my friends last year. The stunning redwood forest has become a dreamland that I long for. Huanghai Forest Park, located in Dongtai City, Yancheng City, Jiangsu Province, is a place where you can experience the charm of nature. The scenic area is pleasant and picturesque, attracting a large number of tourists every year. It is easily accessible by car or high-speed train. The entrance fee is only CNY 50 per person, and you can start a wonderful forest journey. The regular route covers several attractions, including the Metasequoia Corridor, Forest Train, Aerial Walkway, and Misty Forest. The metasequoia forest stretches endlessly, with its red color as bright as an oil painting, making you feel like you are in a fairy tale world. Riding the forest train through it is a unique experience. The aerial walkway allows you to hang above the forest and overlook the beautiful scenery of the entire scenic area, with a wide view that is refreshing. The Misty Forest is one of the popular check-in points here, and the aerial view is breathtaking, as if you are in the misty forest in the Harry Potter movies. The wooden house community is another highlight of the scenic area, with neatly arranged wooden houses that look like a dream kingdom in a fairy tale world, making you linger. In addition to the beautiful natural scenery, the food here is also worth a try. In the nearby Yeludang, you can enjoy the free roaming of elk and feel the tranquility and harmony of nature. Tasting local specialties, such as shrimp steamed egg, raw marinated white shrimp, fish soup noodles, and radish clam soup, is unforgettable. This two-day trip not only allows you to fully appreciate the natural scenery of Huanghai Forest Park but also lets you enjoy the fun of travel through food and leisure. There is a Mercure Hotel in the scenic area, providing comfortable accommodation for your trip. If you are interested, you can also choose to stay in a wooden house in the scenic area and experience a fairy tale-like dream trip. In short, Huanghai Forest Park is a tourist destination worth visiting. Here, you will experience the magical charm of nature and feel the beauty and tranquility of life. Don't miss this great travel destination, and come to this fairy tale forest to find your beautiful memories!

While everyone is flocking to Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum to see the metasequoia trees, I found a hidden forest with a movie-like atmosphere. It's the perfect place for a day trip from Nanjing in fall or winter. 🍁Recommended route: Science Museum ➡ Metasequoia Corridor ➡ Forest Train ➡ Aerial Walkway ➡ Misty Forest ➡ Forest Eye ➡ Wooden Cabins (The park is large, so you'll need at least half a day to explore it all.) 🚗Getting there: Drive from Nanjing to Huanghai Forest Park (approx. 3 hours) 💰Tickets: CNY 50 per person. December is the best time to visit. 🌟Tips: 👉Metasequoia Corridor: The entrance is several kilometers long and perfect for photos! 👉Forest Train: Take the sightseeing bus to the train station. The morning sun shines through the trees, creating a fairytale atmosphere. 👉Aerial Walkway: Take photos from the walkway for beautiful shots! 👉Misty Forest: The aerial view is amazing, like something out of Harry Potter! 👉Wooden Cabins: The "forest cabins" are like something out of a fairytale! Save this post and visit this hidden fairytale forest!

If you only visit Dongtai, Jiangsu once a year, you must not miss the season when the dawn redwoods in Huanghai Forest Park turn red. It is really amazing! Address: Huanghai Forest Park, Dongtai City, Jiangsu Transportation: About 3 hours' drive from Nanjing It is also very convenient to take the high-speed train, and there are direct buses at Dongtai Station Tickets: 50/person Best time to see dawn redwoods: Mid to late December Huanghai Forest Park is really big, and you can take a car to check in. Recommended route: Science Museum > Dawn Redwood Corridor > Forest Train > Aerial Walkway > Misty Forest > Forest Eye > Wood Forest > Wooden House Community There are so many places to take photos in Huanghai Forest Park when the dawn redwoods turn red. The following spots are all worth checking in and taking photos. 1. Redwood Avenue: It is several kilometers long from the entrance and is very photogenic. 2. Lake in the center of the forest: The small wooden house by the lake is surrounded by thousands of acres of redwood forest, and it is even more beautiful from the air. 3. Aerial Walkway: A walkway in the forest that looks good from every angle. 4. Wooden House Area: The small wooden house hidden in the forest looks like a fairy house in a fairy tale, and it is also very photogenic.

In Dongtai, Jiangsu, there is a place that I can't help but visit every year when the metasequoia turns red - the Yellow Sea Forest Park! If you only visit Dongtai, Jiangsu once a year, you must choose the season when the metasequoia turns red, because the scenery is so beautiful that it will definitely amaze you! 🍁 📍Address: Yellow Sea Forest Park, Dongtai City, Jiangsu Province🚗Transportation: It takes about 3 hours to drive from Nanjing, and it is also very convenient to take the high-speed train, as there is a direct shuttle bus from Dongtai Station.💰Ticket: CNY 50/person📅Best time to see metasequoia: Mid to late December The Yellow Sea Forest Park is very large, and you can take a car to visit various attractions. We recommend a classic route: Science Museum > Metasequoia Corridor > Forest Train > Aerial Walkway > Misty Forest > Forest Eye > Wood Education Forest > Wooden House Community. Along this route, you will find many great places to take photos. Metasequoia Avenue: As soon as you enter the park, you will see this long metasequoia avenue, a few kilometers long, which is perfect for taking photos.📸 Lake in the center of the forest: The small wooden houses by the lake are surrounded by thousands of acres of metasequoia forest, especially from an aerial view.🏠 Aerial Walkway: This is an aerial walkway in the forest, and every angle is perfect for taking photos.🌳 Wooden House Area: The small wooden houses hidden deep in the forest are like fairy houses in fairy tales, perfect for taking photos.🧚‍♂ In short, the red metasequoia season in the Yellow Sea Forest Park is definitely a paradise for photography lovers, and every corner is full of surprises and beauty. Come and explore this magical land with me!🌟

Last year, my friends strongly recommended the redwood forest in Huanghai Forest Park. This year, I planned a two-day trip early and regretted not coming earlier! The scenery here is unbelievably beautiful, with layers of colorful forests, dazzling colors, and endless beauty... These words are not enough to describe the beauty of this niche tourist destination! 📍Location: Huanghai Forest Park, Dongtai City, Yancheng City, Jiangsu Province 🚗Transportation: It takes 3 hours to drive from Nanjing, or you can take a high-speed train to Dongtai Station. The Mercure Hotel in the scenic area has 4 shuttle buses every day. 🎫Ticket: CNY 50/person 🏞Regular Route: Metasequoia Corridor - Forest Train - Aerial Walkway - Misty Forest - Forest Eye - Wooden Forest - Wooden House Community ⚠️Note: The scenic area is very large, about 8 km in total, and it takes 2-3 hours to walk. There are rental services for multi-person bicycles and electric vehicles. 📷Popular Check-in Spots: • 🚂Forest Train: Every half hour, it shuttles through the picturesque metasequoia forest, loved by both adults and children! • 🌳Aerial Walkway: A suspended walkway with a wide view, offering a panoramic view of the vast forest, a perfect place for photography! • 🌫️Misty Forest: A great place for aerial photography, like the misty forest in the Harry Potter movies. Climb to the top of the Forest Eye for a great view! • 🏡Wooden House Community: A highlight of the scenic area, with neatly arranged wooden houses, like a dream kingdom in a fairy tale world. 💡TIPS: 1️⃣The scenic area opens at 8:30 and closes at 17:00, but you can enter early. 2️⃣The parking lot at the entrance of the scenic area is free and equipped with charging piles. 3️⃣I stayed at the Mercure Hotel in the scenic area, which is in good condition and a 10-minute walk away. There is a shuttle bus service, and I want to try the small wooden house in the scenic area next time. 📢During this two-day trip, I went to the nearby Yeludang on the first day and watched elk for free all afternoon, which was so exciting! The food was also impressive, with steamed eggs with shrimp, raw marinated white shrimp, fish soup noodles, and radish clam soup, all at incredibly low prices. I will write a guide to watching deer 🦌 later, which is especially suitable for bringing children to play.

We found another hidden gem for fall foliage in the Yangtze River Delta. The metasequoia forest in Yancheng Dongtai Coastal Forest Park is now in its best viewing period. The red metasequoia trees look like an oil painting! - ✅ Yancheng Coastal Forest Park 🚗 Transportation: Drive to Dongtai Coastal Forest Park; take a high-speed train to Dongtai Station, then walk to Dongtai Bus Station and take a bus to the park. ⌚️ Best time to visit: Late November to mid-late December. It's now the best time to visit. 🎫 Admission: CNY 50 per person - [Recommended Itinerary] Science Museum - Metasequoia Corridor - Forest Train - Aerial Walkway - Misty Forest - Forest Eye - Wood Education Forest - Log Cabin Community - [Recommended Spots] ▪️ Metasequoia Corridor: Not far from the entrance, the golden metasequoia trees and their reflections in the water create a picturesque scene. ▪️ Aerial Walkway: Stroll along the walkway, touch the red metasequoia leaves, and enjoy the forest from above. ▪️ Forest Eye: Climb up to overlook the entire orange-red metasequoia forest. The slide at the top offers a thrilling experience. ▪️ Log Cabin Community: Nordic-style log cabins hidden in the forest, like a fairy tale world. ▪️ Wetland Corridor: Wetland corridors on both sides of the river, with shimmering water in the distance and swaying reeds nearby. ▪️ Forest Train: Riding a train through the metasequoia forest is a dreamlike experience. - [Travel Tips] 1️⃣ The park is quite large. It's recommended to rent an electric bike, or you can walk if you have good stamina. 2️⃣ Metasequoia photography requires good lighting, so try to visit on a sunny day. 3️⃣ Consider staying overnight in the park. You can choose a forest cabin deep in the forest for a unique experience, or a hot spring resort hotel for a comfortable stay.

🎫 The current price for December is 50R 📍 Huanghai Forest Park is located at No. 8 Hualin Road, Coastal Economic Zone, Dongtai City, Jiangsu Province 🤘🏻 Autumn and winter day trip route 🍁 Route: (The park is very large, so it's best to spend most of the day here) First, go to the science museum, then the metasequoia corridor, then take the forest train, then walk along the skywalk, enter the misty forest, then see the eye of the forest, and finally visit the cabin community. 🚘 Transportation: From Nanjing to Huanghai Forest Park About 3 hours by car 👉 Highlights: 1️⃣ Metasequoia corridor: Right at the entrance, several kilometers long 2️⃣ Forest train: After entering the park, take the sightseeing bus to the forest train station. The light is better in the morning, and you can travel through the metasequoia forest, as if you are in a fairy tale world. 3️⃣ Skywalk: Stand on the skywalk and take a photo from the opposite side. This angle is beautiful! 4️⃣ Misty forest: The aerial view is the most stunning, especially like the misty forest in the Harry Potter movies! 5️⃣ Cabin community: "Cabins in the forest" are simply too dreamy! It's like breaking into a fairy tale forest kingdom! Tips🧶 Be sure to go to the forest cabin area and experience it. Staying in a cabin and being woken up by birdsong in the morning is wonderful. There are also plenty of outdoor activities in the park, such as cycling, where you can ride along the forest paths and enjoy the scenery along the way. There is also a camping area, so bring a tent and camp with family and friends, and watch the stars at night. It's super romantic. 👨‍👩‍👦 The price of forest cabins in Huanghai Forest Park varies depending on the room type, season, and other factors. Generally speaking, the price is about a few hundred to a thousand yuan. The price may be higher in peak season and more affordable in off-season. It is recommended to check the specific prices and discounts on the relevant booking platform or call the scenic area in advance. Huanghai Forest Park Dongtai Huanghai Forest Park Cabin Community Huanghai Forest Metasequoia King