By Xinyi Li, EDITOR
Recently, the scorching sun has been so dazzling that people cannot even open their eyes. The most suitable activity in this hot weather is inviting several friends for a camping trip. The following places in Shizhu, the best destination for camping during the summer holidays, will provide you with enormous pleasure such as watching stars, feeling mountain winds, drinking some wine, and chatting!
Qianye Pasture
Qianye Pasture has an average elevation of 1,300 meters with broad and even terrain and crisp, fresh air. It has an average summer temperature of 21°C, definitely an ideal place for camping.
The cute as cows and sheep are scattered across the countryside. You can stroll across the pasture, watch the cows and sheep graze leisurely, touch them gently or feed them, and enjoy the scenery. You can also take part in entertainment projects such as horse riding, pasture go-karting, and Laser Strike.
Qianye Pasture
Book a cabin in the Qianye Pasture or prepare tents for the night. What a pleasure it is to sleep under the starry sky!
Address: Yuchi Town, Tujia Autonomous County, Shizhu
Opening hours: 07:00-18:00
Contact: +86-23-73384536
No.1 China Highway Driving Camp (Ecological Highway Camp in Lengshui Service Area)
There is a service area in Shizhu—Ecotourism Driving Camp in Chongqing Lengshui Highway Service Area. It integrates ecotourism, camping, photography, sports, and barbecue. In the morning, you open the window and bask in the beautiful atmosphere of rural living. In the evening, you can sleep under the flashing stars.
No.1 China Highway Driving Camp (Ecological Highway Camp in Lengshui Service Area)
The camp consists of different functional areas, including a large reception service area, landscape leisure area, forest resort, recreational vehicle camping area, and outdoor sports area. Even in the hottest days of summer, the highest temperature is only 20°C while the average 16-17°C. Taking a walk around, you will find yourself basking in the verdant green. Chic cabin, romantic starry sky house, minimalism Nordic house, contemporary container house, or even the recreational vehicle are all available and at your disposal!
Address: Lengshui Service Area, Tujia Autonomous County, Shizhu
Contact: +86-23-73363666
Flower Paradise Above the Clouds
Flower Paradise Above the Clouds, a summer resort makes the hot August feel like cool April. From the natural “air-conditioning room” with a temperature of 21°C to the colorful world full of flowers, everything there attracts people.
There are also amusement facilities such as 5D glass bridge above the clouds, air drifting, forest flying, speedy passing, flower dancing, and children’s amusement park. So you can enjoy a fun summer in the Flower Paradise Above the Clouds.
Flower Paradise Above the Clouds
Flower Paradise Above the Clouds has set up a specialized camping base, where you can even catch flying fireflies at night.
Address: Northwest Side of Yangjiahe River Dike, Tujia Autonomous County, Shizhu
Opening hours: 07:00-21:00
Contact: +86-23-73366555
Youcao River
This is a picturesque Mini Jiuzhaigou for tourists and the “last virgin land for river tracing.” It has a total length of 42.9 kilometers and a basin area of 316.1 square kilometers, and acquires the name of Youcao River (or Green Water Plant River) from the green water plants along with the emerald and crystal-clear river.
Youcao River
In the summer, shady trees grow along the choppy river. The shiny green scenery of the winding river in steep mountains is like a natural gallery.
Bring a tent and camp in the mountains, what a pleasure!
Address: Near the Shidian Road, Tujia Autonomous County, Shizhu
Opening hours: 09:00-17:00（June - September）
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Source: CQCB