[2025 Kuancheng Attraction] Travel Guide for Panjiakou Reservoir (Updated Apr)

🌸Spring is the time to climb spring mountains, but I almost died of heatstroke in the spring mountains. · 😭I went hiking in Xifengkou, Qianxi, Hebei Province on the weekend. The temperature felt like 30+ degrees Celsius. It was like suddenly going from winter to summer. I almost got heatstroke. I still know too little about this unpredictable weather. · ⛰️Xifengkou and Panjiakou Castles are two important passes of the Great Wall of the Ming Dynasty. They were the main thoroughfares from the Central Plains to the northern border and the northeastern frontier at that time. · ⛰️Xifengkou, formerly known as Lulong Pass, is located in the eastern section of the Yanshan Mountains. As an ancient pass, many touching and legendary historical events have taken place here. · 🏞️Cao Cao passed through here when he fought against the Wuhuan in western Liaoning; "East out of Lulong Pass, my thoughts drift afar" is a line from Gao Shi's poem "On the Frontier," which he wrote here; Qi Jiguang repelled Dong Fox, the leader of the Doyan tribe, here... · 🏔️Emerging from the dust of history, part of the Great Wall at Xifengkou was submerged due to the construction of the Panjiakou Reservoir, forming the wonder of the "underwater Great Wall." The Great Wall hidden underwater will appear and disappear with the change of the reservoir's water level, becoming a unique tourist attraction. · 🏔️The Panjiakou Reservoir is the main project of the Luan River Diversion Project, and I unintentionally toured it along with my geography textbook. · 🌱We hiked from Xifengkou Village to the reservoir, then to the beacon tower, and back again, a total distance of 14 km round trip. · 🏠The hiking route is divided into two parts. One part is through Xifengkou Village One and Village Two, all of which are paved roads. · ⛰️The other part is a mountain road. This part of the journey is through mountains and across waters. There are many gravels, thorns, and dust on the road. ○Pay attention to your feet and don't sprain your ankle on the stones; ○Also pay attention to what's in front of you and don't get hit in the face by branches; ○Keep a distance from the person in front of you, as dust will rise wherever people pass. ○After the whole journey, I was covered in dust, but it was very refreshing. · 📮Itinerary information 1️⃣This is not a scenic route. The total distance is about 14 km, with a cumulative climb of about 700 meters. It is an out-and-back route. 2️⃣The terrain is rich and varied. Starting from Xifengkou, the terrain is mainly wild mountain forest dirt and stone roads, country roads, gravel roads, and sections of the Wild Great Wall, combined with some mountain ridge roads. 3️⃣Suitable for people with some outdoor experience and who are not afraid of heights. 4️⃣This route is said to be a beginner route, but it is not easy at all. There are many places where you need to use both your hands and feet. · 📮Transportation 🚌Joined a group with an outdoor club, departing from Tianjin and heading straight to the starting point of the hike. · 📮Important notes 1️⃣The weather is getting hotter and hotter, so pay attention to sun protection; 2️⃣Wear comfortable shoes, preferably high-top ones; 3️⃣Bring plenty of water and food; 4️⃣Bring trekking poles!!! 5️⃣If you are tired on the way back, you can take a boat.

The Xifengkou Great Wall, located within the Panjiakou Reservoir area, is mostly submerged, with its underwater sections faintly visible, creating a unique spectacle among the Great Wall. The blend of mountains and water resembles a picturesque landscape painting, showcasing a fusion of ancient and modern civilizations. Introduction to Xifengkou Great Wall ● Construction Time: Xifengkou, known as Songting Pass during the Song and Liao dynasties, had its gate rebuilt during the Ming Yongle period and renamed Xifengkou. The construction of the pass, including walls connecting to the Great Wall, was completed in July 1452 (the third year of the Jingtai period). ● Military Significance: Xifengkou has always been a strategic transportation hub and a battleground for military strategists. The patriotic poet Lu You of the Southern Song Dynasty wrote, "In the dead of night, I suddenly cried out, dreaming of capturing Songting Pass," highlighting its military importance. In 1933, the invading Japanese army attempted to enter through Xifengkou, but were met by the resistance led by General Song Zheyuan. ● Historical Significance: The Xifengkou Great Wall, stretching approximately 50 km within Kuancheng Manchu Autonomous County, served as a vital gateway connecting central China to the northern frontier and northeastern border during the Ming Dynasty. It is renowned for its well-preserved original state, untouched by artificial restoration. Due to its strategic location, this crucial pass has been a contested territory throughout history, witnessing the Battle of Xifengkou during the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression. ● Recognition: In 2009, the Xifengkou Great Wall War of Resistance Relics were designated as a provincial-level patriotic education base. In January 2017, the National Development and Reform Commission included the Xifengkou Great Wall War of Resistance Relics in the "National List of Classic Red Tourism Scenic Spots." In June 2021, it was selected as a newly designated national patriotic education demonstration base. Difficulty: ★★☆☆☆ Difficulty Description: This is a non-scenic route, approximately 10 km long, with a total ascent of about 700 meters. It's an out-and-back trail with diverse terrain, starting from Xifengkou. The terrain mainly consists of wild mountain forest dirt and stone paths, country roads, gravel roads, and wilderness paths, combined with some ridge trails. Suitable for: Healthy individuals aged 10-55 with some outdoor experience. Precautions: (1) Due to recent rain and snow, all hiking activities will proceed regardless of weather conditions, except in extreme cases. Please bring rain gear and warm clothing. (2) Hiking activities may be affected by unforeseen circumstances such as flood control, which may prevent access to the mountains. In such cases, the team leader will adjust the itinerary accordingly. Please understand this situation if you participate. (3) Strict fire prevention measures are in place, and access to the mountains may be restricted. Alternative routes will be arranged if necessary. Do not bring fire sources into the mountains. (4) Please assess your physical fitness realistically. Once the hike begins, strictly follow the team leader's instructions and do not descend the mountain alone. (5) This is a purely recreational outdoor activity with no shopping stops at stores or farmhouses. (6) There are no tour guides for this activity, only a team leader to coordinate group actions. Babysitting services are not provided. Participants are expected to have a sense of teamwork and outdoor spirit, helping each other and working together to solve any problems.

$About 200 km east of Beijing, there is a hidden paradise called Panjiakou Reservoir, also known as the "Fairyland beyond the Great Wall" and "Little Three Gorges beyond the Great Wall." This place amazed me! The water flows over the mountains, and the water above the mountains looks like a giant dragon coiling around, forming the "Panlong Lake." The unique "Underwater Great Wall" is formed by the integration of part of the Great Wall with the water. $The scenery in the lake area is picturesque: deep canyons, strange peaks, and grotesque rocks. The uncanny workmanship of nature makes this place infinitely charming. Taking a boat tour on the lake is like being in a painting, as if you are walking on the "Lijiang River in the North." $The town also has its own unique charm. The essence of the reservoir can only be reached by boat. $Recommended route: Reservoir Dam → Underwater Great Wall → Panlong Cave in the Ten-Mile Gallery → Xianju Valley. Location: Panjiakou Reservoir Water Conservancy Scenic Area

Highly recommended lesser-known attractions in Beijing, Tianjin, and Hebei! The scenery is absolutely stunning! Known as Little Guilin!!! No crowds, no noise, just fresh air, green water, mountains, and waves. Perfect for family outings, friends gatherings, and team-building activities! The main theme is relaxation and happiness!!! Panjiakou Reservoir. The reservoir is flanked by steep peaks and strange rocks, making it very dangerous. The area around the reservoir, Xifengkou, is an ancient Great Wall fortress. Due to parts of the Great Wall being submerged in water, it forms a unique spectacle—the underwater Great Wall! The only one in the country! The mountains are green, the water is clear, and the waves are rippling. Things to do: Take a boat to various attractions. There are large boats for groups, and for thrill-seekers, there are speedboats. The reservoir is very, very large, taking 2-3 hours round trip. Along the way, you can not only enjoy the scenery but also marvel at the charm of nature, unconsciously releasing all your stress! This is also a highly recommended aspect. √ Transportation: Self-drive navigation to the reservoir. Food recommendations: Farmhouse meals, fried river shrimp, Stir-fried eggs, Wild vegetables mixed with tofu, Big pot stewed reservoir fish. Various types of rooms, each with unique features, high privacy, a secluded mountain forest feel, different styles, choose according to your preference for a fun trip.

Little Guilin, Tangshan, a niche attraction in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region The scenery is so beautiful No crowds, no hustle and bustle There is only fresh air, green water, green mountains and waves. You can see such scenery without leaving Tangshan. I really like it and am very satisfied. Panjiakou Reservoir Located at the junction of Kuancheng Manchu Autonomous County in Chengde and Qianxi County in Tangshan, it is an important project for "diversion of Luan River into Tianjin". The peaks on both sides of the reservoir are steep and forested with strange rocks. The mountains are very precipitous. The Xifengkou area where the reservoir is located is the ancient Great Wall Xiongguan Fortress. Because part of the Great Wall has been submerged in the water, it forms a wonder of the Great Wall. The Underwater Great Wall is also the only one in the country Green water and green mountains are mountains of gold and silver. Beautiful green water and rippling green waves. Can temporarily forget all worries Attraction gameplay: Camping is allowed and accommodation is FREE Because I really want to eat farm food, so I went blue and everything except the boat ride is free. But the speedboat is still worth a try! After all, the reservoir is very, very big Even a round trip by speedboat takes 2 hours Have enough time to enjoy the natural scenery Experience the thrill of speed boating Transportation and accommodation: Depart from Tangshan city at 7:30 We passed through many large cars and villages along the way and arrived at the reservoir at 10:30 The lady at the door tried to persuade me to go to her house for dinner first and then come back to take the boat. I looked at the watch and saw what kind of food I was eating at this time. No, I didn’t want to eat. At this time, someone happened to come to join me for a price of 150 yuan per person for a small speedboat. It’s useless to negotiate without bargaining. Then the beautiful excitement began. Food recommendations for your itinerary: After landing at around 12:30, I was too lazy to make a choice. So I went to the eldest sister’s farmhouse for dinner. Fried river shrimp Delicious!!! Just be careful to chew slowly when eating and don’t eat in a hurry like me and hit the ceiling. Fried eggs Delicious!!! Fresh, oily eggs just out of the pan are greasy, but not oily and not delicious. Wild vegetables mixed with tofu Delicious!!! The pepper oil is very fragrant! Reservoir fish stewed in a big pot After waiting for a long time, it still didn’t stew. I was persuaded to quit and didn’t eat. Intimate TIPS: Pay attention to safety. Intimate TIPS: Pay attention to safety Have a happy holiday