A 2h trip to the secret spot known as "Jiangsu's Little Xinjiang"!
“No need to travel all the way to the Northwest 🌿
Found a treasure forest secret spot around the Jiangsu-Zhejiang-Shanghai area
Reachable in 2h by car/high-speed rail
Thousands of acres of forest, wild meadows, lakes, and windmills
It feels like stepping into a painting of Northern Xinjiang, with few crowds and a healing vibe ✨
🌲 | About this place
Yancheng Huanghai Forest Park
A vast forest spanning 68,000 mu
Mist drifts over the dawn redwood forest, and the wind makes the trees rustle
Packed with negative oxygen ions
A great place to escape the city hustle and get some fresh air on the weekend 🍃
📸 Must-visit photo spots
▫️ Dawn redwood forest avenue
Tall, straight dawn redwoods line the path
Sunlight filters through the leaves, creating an incredible play of light and shadow
▫️ Elevated wooden boardwalk
Stroll along the high-altitude boardwalk
Immerse yourself in the forest and embrace the greenery
▫️ Forest treehouses and cabins
Unique cabins hidden in the woods
Stay in the forest secret spot for the ultimate vibe
▫️ Wetland lake
The lake reflects the dawn redwoods
Take a leisurely boat ride for a relaxing experience
▫️ Meadow, windmills, and wilderness
Endless open grassland + windmills
Every snapshot looks like a blockbuster photo from the Northwest
🚗 Transportation guide
▪ High-speed rail ✨ About 2h from Shanghai/Suzhou to Dongtai Station
Take the scenic shuttle bus for ¥10 or a ride-share for about ¥30 directly to the scenic area
▪ Driving ✨ Navigate to the North Gate of Huanghai Forest Park; free parking is available
▪ Bus ✨ Take bus 213 for ¥2 directly to the destination; great value
🎫 Travel tips
⏰ Open: 8:30 AM–5:30 PM | Last entry at 4:30 PM
🌤 The forest maintains a constant summer temperature of about 25℃, a natural cool oxygen bar
▪ We recommend setting aside half a day to a full day for your visit; wear comfortable shoes
▪ Sunny days are best for photos; the forest is beautiful when misty in the morning and evening
▪ Picnicking and camping are allowed; please remember to take your trash with you and protect the environment
▪ Try to leave early on holidays to avoid peak crowds”
@AvaBaker · 1 month ago