[2025 Foshan Attraction] Travel Guide for Yingde Shimentai (Updated Apr)

Transportation By car: About 2 hours from Guangzhou. Navigate to "Shimentai Nature Reserve" or "Tianmeng Gou Scenic Area". Public transportation: Take a bus from Qingyuan city to Yingde, then transfer to a local vehicle. 🌲Attractions: This is a natural, long, strip-shaped large pool (see Figures 9-11). Both sides are mountains and woods, so it's especially cool. The distance between the two sides is about 10 meters. There are stones for standing, which is relatively safe. Those who can't swim can bathe in the shallow water area 🛀🏻. The deep water area is about 3-5 meters deep, and many people dive. I even spent an afternoon exploring the deep water (I'm a breaststroker and not very proficient yet). I dived twice. It was so exciting! 🏕️Shimentai Canyoning Tour: Trek along the stream through canyons, waterfalls, and deep pools, and experience the primitive natural scenery. Suitable for outdoor enthusiasts. 🏕️Recommended route: Starting from the entrance of the reserve, hike along the stream to the waterfall group. The whole journey takes about 3-4 hours. 🏕️Grand Canyon and Xueshanzhang: Grand Canyon: The longest and deepest canyon group in Guangdong Province, with cascading waterfalls and towering peaks. It's a cool summer retreat. 🏕️Xueshanzhang: With an altitude of 1379 meters, the top of the mountain offers a wide view, suitable for mountain climbing and sightseeing. 🏕️One-day tour route: Morning: Shimentai Nature Reserve (canyoning/hiking) → Grand Canyon waterfall viewing Afternoon: Tianmeng Gou Scenic Area (hot spring experience/canyon hiking) → Return trip Features: Compact natural exploration, suitable for tourists with good physical strength. Accommodation Around the experimental area: Recommended guesthouses in Shigutang Town (such as Jiuzhou Post Station Tree House Village), with a tranquil environment. City options: Hotels in Yingde city (such as Baojinggong Swan Lake Hot Spring Hotel) have complete facilities. 🍜Food recommendations 🍜Yingde tofu: Tender and smooth with a bean aroma. Recommended for pan-frying or soup. 🍜River fresh and wild mountain vegetables: Beijiang River fresh, bamboo shoots, yellow flower chicken, and other farmhouse dishes. Environmental protection and safety: It is forbidden to enter the core area. You need to apply for permission from the forestry department in advance; bring enough drinking water and anti-slip equipment when hiking. Weather: It rains a lot in the mountains, so it is recommended to bring rain gear and sunscreen.

|This is the ceiling of Guangdong jelly water. Guangzhou Summer River Tracing Guide | Free This is the ceiling of Guangdong jelly water. This is the ceiling of jelly water in my mind‼ ️ I went to Qingyuan again to play in the river Enter the mountain at 6 am and leave at 5 pm We played in the water for 6 hours and it was really fun. 🌟This is also the most enjoyable time I have had in all the stream tracing. The water here is crystal clear, like an "emerald", and the Tyndall light under the sunlight is beautiful. 📍Qingyuan Shimentai Changtan 🚗Self-driving navigation: Shimentai Xiaoshuidong Farm ✅You need to go in around 6 or 7 in the morning, and you need to take the mountain road or waterway to Changtan. We took the water route and needed to swim across two ponds. It took about 1.5 hours to reach Changtan. It was a little exciting, but the experience was great! ✅This line is relatively friendly to novices. Whether you can swim or not, safety measures must be taken. Life jackets/tail-followers are essential! ✅Outdoor travel, leave no trace in the mountains! Remember to take away your own garbage and be a civilized mountain dweller🔔 ⚠️Equipment recommendations Quick-drying clothes, river trekking shoes, swimsuit and trunks, a set of spare clothes, waterproof backpack, some dry food, water, power bank, etc.

Located in the Shimentai Nature Reserve in Yingde City, Qingyuan, Guangdong Province, this is an unpolished natural treasure. With its lush mountains, cascading waterfalls, and babbling streams, it is an ideal place for summer cooling and stream trekking. Shimentai not only boasts rich biodiversity but also retains the appearance of a primeval forest, resembling a hidden earthly paradise. 🚘 Transportation Guide - Self-drive: Depart from Guangzhou, via Guangqing Expressway and Leguang Expressway, about 2.5 hours drive. - Public transport: First take the high-speed train to Yingde West Station, then transfer to a local bus or taxi to Shimentai, the whole journey takes about 3 hours. 🎢 Recommended Travel Route Morning: Stream Trekking Exploration - Starting point: Depart from the entrance of Shimentai, and walk along the crystal-clear stream. - Recommended spot: 【Fairy Pool】, a great place for photos, with clear water reflecting the blue sky and white clouds, stunningly beautiful. Noon: Food Time - Lunch recommendation: Enjoy a local farmhouse meal at 【Bamboo Grove Restaurant】, tasting fresh wild vegetables and delicious river fish. Afternoon: Adventure Continues - Recommended spots: - 【Valley Waterfall】: Feel the majestic momentum of the waterfall and listen to the cheerful singing of the water. - 【Rainbow Bridge】: Spanning between two mountains, walking on it feels like being in the clouds. Evening: Return Preparation - Ending point: Return to the vicinity of 【Fairy Pool】 and enjoy the beautiful sunset scenery again. - Return: It is recommended to start returning around 17:00 to avoid missing the best return time. 🏝️ Best Water Play Spots Exploration - ⛲【Cool Pool】: Moderate water depth, clear water quality, suitable for playing with children. - 🌠【Dream Stream】: Along this stream, you can find many hidden small pools, very suitable for family parent-child trips. - 🚣‍♂️【Light Boat Drifting】: Experience a kayaking trip, gently paddling on the tranquil lake, enjoying the fun on the water. 🏕️ Must-Visit Spots - 【Fairy Pool】: A clear pool surrounded by lush trees, like a fairyland. - 【Valley Waterfall】: A spectacular group of waterfalls, making people feel the power of nature. --- 🏠 Accommodation and Dining - Accommodation: Although there are no accommodation facilities within Shimentai, there are several nice homestays in the nearby town, such as 【Mountain View Residence】, providing a comfortable stay. - Dining: Besides the lunch recommended 【Bamboo Grove Restaurant】, there are also other specialty restaurants like 【Mountain and Water Family】 to choose from. 🌸 Travel Tips - Before departure, please prepare sunscreen, sun hats, non-slip shoes, and other equipment. - Keep the environment clean, do not leave garbage. - Pay attention to safety, avoid acting alone. - Bring enough drinking water and snacks for emergencies. - It is best to book accommodation in advance, especially on weekends and holidays. Take this carefully prepared guide and embark on this unforgettable Shimentai trip with your family! Here, you can not only enjoy the cool mountain spring water but also feel the purest charm of nature.