[2025 Mei County Attraction] Travel Guide for Red River Valley (Updated Jun)

📍 Location: Yingtou Town, Meixian County, Baoji City, Shaanxi Province (1.5 hours' drive from Xi'an) 🎫 Tickets: ¥54/person (returning to original price from April 1, 2025), half price for students/seniors, free for children under 1.2m 🚗 Transportation: • By car: Lianhuo Expressway Meixian Exit → along National Highway 310 to Hedipu → follow the signs for 15 minutes • Public transportation: Xi'an West Bus Station/Baoji West Station → Meixian Bus Station → transfer to bus No. 202 directly to the scenic area 🌟 Must-see attractions: 1️⃣ Doumu Waterfall: An 80-meter waterfall group, magnificent in the rainy season, non-slip shoes recommended for hiking 2️⃣ Red River Cliffs: The crimson cliffs glow like flames at sunset, a unique Danxia landform of the Qinling Mountains 3️⃣ Lingyun Plank Road: A suspended glass walkway overlooking the sea of clouds and the primeval forest, not for the faint of heart 4️⃣ Panlong Bay: A babbling brook, suitable for families to play in the water, cool water temperature in summer 📸 Photography Tips: • Use a wide-angle lens for panoramic shots of Doumu Waterfall, dark clothing looks better in photos • Red River Cliffs are best photographed between 4-5 pm for soft lighting and vibrant Danxia colors • Avoid harsh midday light on Lingyun Plank Road, use clouds and mist to create a sense of mystery ⏰ Best time to visit: • May-October: Summer escape (average daily temperature 20°C), autumn foliage (mid-to-late October) • Winter: Some sections are closed, you can see ice waterfalls (check with the scenic area in advance) ⚠️ Important notes: 1. Large temperature difference within the scenic area, bring a jacket (altitude above 2000 meters) 2. Hiking routes are long, wear non-slip shoes and bring snacks and water 3. No open flames allowed, some areas are closed during the forest fire prevention period (November-March of the following year) 4. Round-trip sightseeing bus ¥45, private cars can enter the scenic area (parking fee ¥10/vehicle) 🍜 Food nearby: • Meixian Lu Chi Noodles: Chewy noodles with spicy and sour sauce, recommended at farmhouses outside the scenic area • Gan Mian Pi: A representative snack of Guanzhong, best enjoyed with Bingfeng soda • Wild mushroom stewed chicken: Available in restaurants within the scenic area, fresh ingredients 🏡 Accommodation recommendations: • Red River Valley Resort: Inside the scenic area, easy walking distance to attractions, standard rooms around ¥300/night • Taibai Mountain Hot Spring Hotel: 20 minutes' drive from the scenic area, soak in hot springs to relieve fatigue (recommended: Phoenix Hot Spring) 🎒 Packing list: • Sunscreen, sunglasses, mosquito repellent • Waterproof phone case (waterfall area can get wet) • Trekking poles (optional, some sections are steep) 💡 Itinerary suggestions: • One-day trip: Depart from Xi'an → visit Panlong Bay in the morning → lunch at the scenic area restaurant → climb Lingyun Plank Road in the afternoon → visit Doumu Waterfall before returning • Two-day trip: Visit Red River Valley on the first day, drive 15 minutes to Taibai Mountain on the second day, climb to the summit of Batianshan to see the sea of clouds 📌 Bonus: You might encounter wild squirrels in the scenic area, remember to take photos quietly!

Women's Day is coming soon. This year, Women's Day is on Saturday. Many scenic spots in Shaanxi are offering benefits to everyone. ❌Free admission! ! ❌Free admission! ! ❌Free admission! ! : : : : : : : : : : : : : : :

‌‌Baoji Red River Valley Scenic Area is a tourist destination integrating natural scenery, leisure vacation and ecological sightseeing. It is located in Yingtou Town, Mei County, Baoji City, Shaanxi Province, at the northern foot of the main peak of Taibai Mountain.‌ The scenic area covers a total area of 29 square kilometers, with abundant natural and cultural landscapes, making it an ideal tourist destination. 🌟Red River Valley Scenic Area is famous for its magnificent natural scenery, with the following main attractions: 1.‌‌Red River Dan Cliff‌, which is one of the most iconic attractions in Baoji Red River Valley. The cliff wall is formed by rocks containing iron oxide, which have been weathered and eroded by water flow, creating a unique red landform with picturesque scenery. 2.‌‌Doumu Waterfall‌: The waterfall is magnificent, with a vertical drop of over 80 meters, making it the first waterfall in Shaanxi. 3.‌‌Double Cave Water Curtain‌: Two natural caves have waterfalls cascading down, splashing water, forming a unique landscape. 4.‌‌Panlong Bay‌: The water in Panlong Bay within the scenic area is clear and the scenery is beautiful. 🎫‌Ticket Price‌: Adult ticket 54 yuan, student ticket half price. Medical staff and tourists holding Baoji City Voluntary Blood Donation Glory Card are exempt from entrance fees. (Specific preferential policies can be) ⌚‌Opening Hours‌: The scenic area is open daily from 09:00 to 19:00, and ticket sales stop at 17:00. 🚗‌Transportation‌: Self-driving tourists can start from Xi'an, drive along the Xi'an-Baoji Expressway to the Mei County exit, and then drive west to reach the destination; or take a bus from Xi'an West Bus Station to Mei County Bus Station, and then transfer to bus No. 202 to reach the scenic area. ✅Geographical Location: Heying Road, Yingtou Town, Mei County, Baoji City, Shaanxi Province 🎈Tips: It is recommended to bring your own water, as the water on the mountain is more expensive; wear comfortable shoes; bring your own jacket as the mountain is relatively cold

😍😍This summer, of course, you should visit this hidden treasure in Baoji for a cool retreat and water fun—📍Honghe Valley 🔸It's like Shaanxi's own Emerald City Honghe Valley Forest Park is connected to Taibai Mountain It's perfect for friends who like 🏃hiking and playing in the water And you can 🚗drive through the park It's also very family-friendly for weekend trips with 👪children and relatives I'm still thinking about it after coming back I would go again if I have the chance!! 📍Honghe Valley Forest Park 📍Address: Heying Road, Meixian County, Baoji City, Shaanxi Province 🕛Opening Hours: 09:00-18:00 (Ticket sales stop at 16:00) 🎫Admission: 54 RMB Parking fee: 10 RMB 🚋Transportation: Drive directly to 'Honghe Valley', about 1.5h from Xi'an Must-visit attractions in Honghe Valley: ✅Feihong Waterfall: The waterfall cascades from a height, resembling a huge white water curtain, very spectacular. ✅Doumu Waterfall: A magnificent waterfall within Honghe Valley, pouring down from Douqi Peak with a vertical drop of over eighty meters, known as the number one waterfall in Shaanxi. ✅Lingyun Plank Road: With a total length of 1265 meters, it winds like a giant snake on the cliffs over 2000 meters high, thrilling and exciting, comparable to Mount Hua. ✅Glass Viewing Platform: Located on the top of the red cliffs of Honghe Valley, at an altitude of 1910 meters, it is the highest external A-shaped glass viewing platform in the northwest region. ✅Shuangdong Water Curtain: Here, a huge rock splits the stream, forming two caves with waterfalls, hidden behind the falls. ✨Tour route: Visitor Service Center—Shili Gorge Scenic Area—Fairy Ridge—Qinling Fauna and Flora Exhibition Hall—Glass Viewing Platform—Descend Lingyun Plank Road—Honghe Valley Resort Area 1⃣From the ticket point to the core area is about 7 kilometers, you can take a one-way 15 RMB scenic shuttle bus, or drive in. Those with good physical strength can also walk there. 2⃣Guanyin Temple—Taigong Stone Ship—Shuangdong Water Curtain—Shen Turtle Treasure Egg—Bai Xian Stone—Feihong Waterfall 3⃣Doumu Waterfall, about 10 kilometers to Doumu Waterfall, you can take a battery car (one-way 30 RMB, round-trip 45 RMB), and after getting off, you still have to walk about 1 kilometer. 4⃣The core area of Honghe Valley Resort, there are 2 squares, a leisure square, and a food square (for those who don't want to climb the mountain, you can have a meal and rest here before descending). 5⃣Going up the mountain—Fairy Ridge, there are 3 routes, ✅Cross the single-plank bridge, walk up the mountain on Lingyun Plank Road ✅Take the cable car up the mountain ✅Take the cable car up and Lingyun Plank Road down (recommended, you can see all the scenery) Take the Fairy Ridge cable car (one-way 60 RMB, round-trip 120 RMB)—Qinling Fauna and Flora Exhibition Hall—Glass Viewing Platform—Descend Lingyun Plank Road 🌟Some points to note: ✔When taking the cable car up the mountain at the cable car station, there may be mild altitude sickness, and it's quite cold, so it's recommended to wear long clothes and sleeves, ✔There is only one shop on Fairy Ridge, where you can buy a summit medal. ✔The glass plank road charges 38 RMB per person, and there is a slide down to an altitude of 1000m, which charges 30 RMB, and there are also high-altitude performances. ✔Taigong Stone Ship, very suitable for checking in and taking photos.

🌿Taibai Mountain National Forest Park Taibai Mountain National Forest Park 📆Time: March 8 🌸Activity: All female tourists are free of charge (insurance of 10 yuan/person is required). 📍Address: 1.5 km south of the intersection of Central Avenue and Yingbin Avenue, Tangyu Town, Mei County, Baoji City, Shaanxi Province ✅There will be Arbor Day activities in Taibai Mountain National Forest Park on March 9, 10, 12, 16 and 17, 2024. Interested friends can sign up in advance. 🌿Red River Valley Red River Valley Forest Park 📆Time: March 8th - March 10th 🌸Activity: All female tourists are free of charge (insurance of 10 yuan/person is required). 📍Address: Heying Road, Mei County, Baoji City, Shaanxi Province 🌿Hukou Waterfall Hukou Waterfall Tourist Area of ​​the Yellow River (Shaanxi side) 📆Time: March 8 🌸Activity: Free admission for all female tourists 📍Address: Hukou Waterfall Scenic Area, Yellow River, Yanhu Road, Hukou Town, Yichuan County, Yan'an City, Shaanxi Province. 🌿Jinsi Gorge  Jinsi Gorge Scenic Area 📆Time: March 1st - March 8th 🌸Activity: All female tourists are free of charge; all male tourists are provided with discounted tickets, 38 yuan/person. 📍Address: Jinsixia Town, Shangnan County, Shangluo City, Shaanxi Province The Hanfu, Cheongsam and Yoga Associations will enter the scenic area during the event to conduct interactive performances with tourists. Jinsixia Scenic Area will give roses to couples who propose at the "Xianren Lake" theme check-in point, limited to the first 50 couples. 🌿Qinling Jiangshan Scenic Area Qinling Jiangshan Scenic Area 📆Time: March 6-31, 2024 🌸Activity: Free admission for all visitors 📍Address: 9 km from Yaoshi Exit of Shanghai-Shaanxi Expressway, Shangzhou District, Shangluo City, Shaanxi Province 🌿Hancheng City Museum Hancheng City Museum 📆Time: March 8 🌸Activity: All female tourists are free of charge; male tourists have half-price tickets. 📍Address: No. 45, Xuexiang, Hancheng City, Weinan City, Shaanxi Province. 🌿Sima Qian Temple Sima Qian Temple Scenic Area 📆Time: March 8 🌸Activity: Free admission for all female tourists; half-price admission for male tourists📍Address: Zhichuan Town, Hancheng City, Weinan City, Shaanxi Province ㊗️Happy holidays to all the goddesses🎀 and princesses