Camping Guide in Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Shanghai: Escape the City and Define a New Type of Camping with Exquisite Design
Preface
Traveling abroad has become a luxury during the epidemic, and young urban people who are at the forefront of cultural and tourism consumption have a new favorite - camping.
Unlike the role that camping plays in traditional outdoor activities such as mountaineering and hiking, camping is now not just an accommodation carrier for outdoor sports, but has become the protagonist.
Glamping is a compound word consisting of glamorous and camping. This form of camping first appeared in the UK.
It is not difficult to understand people who pursue this outdoor lifestyle. They want to be close to nature, but do not want to be completely separated from modern life. At the same time, they have higher requirements for taste and style.
"Hardcore" outdoor enthusiasts pursue practicality and lightness, but Glamping players are different - they bring exquisite tents, sophisticated cooking utensils, and even projectors, decorative lights, and coffee machines. Although they live in nature, the quality of life cannot be reduced.
Paired with outdoor functional clothing with a "mountain style" style, the background is a picture of mountains, forests, grasslands, and the sky. Searching for camping on social media, the content with the highest views and interactions is almost without exception about exquisite camping.
Experienced players are keen to experience different scenarios, and newbies don't need to be discouraged by the complex equipment. Some campsites and outdoor activity planners even offer a turnkey check-in experience, so all you have to do is prepare and take beautiful photos.
Unplugged Camping (January issue)
"I went into the jungle because I wanted to live meaningfully. I wanted to live deeply and absorb all the essence of life. Then I could learn from it, so that when I reach the end of my life, I would not find that I had never lived."
The desire to integrate into or return to nature, as described by Thoreau in Walden, seems instinctive. When "ascetic" camping fails to meet people's desire for a return to nature while maintaining comfort and dignity, the emergence of refined camping seems like a natural progression.
When camping is no longer just a form, but integrated into outdoor life, we hope you will bring your favorite equipment and build an exquisite camping scene;
Life needs a sense of style. We hope you will prepare some of your favorite ingredients, make and share tempting delicacies.
Life needs a sense of ritual. We hope you have an interesting soul, can sing and play music, can be salty or sweet.
Life needs a sense of existence, and we hope that you really love camping.
This time, starting from the heart, returning to the essence of camping life - originated from the recruitment of outdoor camping enthusiasts - China-TravelNote Unplugged Camping!
Camping Diary Part 1: Dajian Mountain, Haining
Time: June 6-7, 2020
Location: Dajianshan Aviation Camp, Haining City
Weather: Cloudy to sunny
Temperature: 23℃-31℃
Organizer: China-TravelNote
Partners: Orange Flying, Fire Maple, Black Deer, Free Spirit, Kailas, and Sanmu RV
Campsite: Orange Flying Camp (Dajianshan National Aviation Flying Camp)
The campsite is located at Dajianshan in Haining, the starting point of the Qiantang River tidal bore, a world wonder! It's one of China's most scenic paragliding bases with the longest flight schedule. Jianshan boasts flat, open terrain, encompassing mountains, lakes, and rivers, offering excellent weather conditions, making it a national-level aviation campsite. With a variety of water, land, and air sports, it's an ideal location for outdoor activities. Camping is also available: the 28,000 square meter landing field is one of the most luxurious in East China and can be fully utilized as a campground.
Basic facilities: convenient water and electricity for washing and showering, farmhouses and homestays available within 500 meters, and more than 100 free parking spaces.
Recreational activities: paragliding experience, kayaking/saddle boarding experience, fruit picking all year round (bayberry, peach, loquat, cherry, plum, peach), cycling, barbecue picnic, and hiking!
Camping Diary Part 2: Lushan, Fuyang
Time: July 11-2, 2020
Location: Fuyang Lushan Jingxiu Flight Camp
Weather: Sunny
Temperature: 24℃-36℃
Organizer: China-TravelNote
Partners: Jingxiu Flight, Fire Maple, Black Deer, Free Spirit, OFFWEEK, and Norwegian
Campsite information: Colorful Fuyang Jingxiu Campsite
Specializing in aviation sports, the project integrates general aviation, aviation sports, camp education, outdoor sports, and cultural tourism and leisure. Plans call for infrastructure such as hangars, a turf runway, a hot air balloon plaza, an aviation wedding plaza, a camp education center, an RV camping site, an outdoor sports base, an outward bound training base, and an off-road karting track. Camping is also available: the landing pad boasts a 20,000 square meter lawn, making it one of the most luxurious landing pads in East China and fully accessible for camping.
Basic facilities: separate shower room + toilet, RV charging station and water supply, 100+ free parking spaces.
Recreational activities: powered paragliding experience, powered hang glider experience, ATV off-road vehicle, outdoor horseback riding, outdoor barbecue, fruit picking, cute pet park, cycling, etc.
When you open the tent, you can see the sunrise rising from the eastern horizon. It’s so beautiful!
Camping Diary Part 3: Deqing Bubu Bear
Date: August 8-9, 2020
Location: Bubu Bear Farm, Deqing, Huzhou
Weather: Cloudy
Temperature: 18℃-26℃
Camp information: This is a rural aesthetic farm built by two engineering fathers for their children.
"This land is a gift to children, allowing them to run and jump freely, breathe fresh air, drink sweet mountain spring water, eat organic fruits and vegetables, and experience the little things of rural life..." This is a natural place dedicated to collecting beauty. The farm is located at the southern foot of the beautiful Mogan Mountain in Deqing, surrounded by mountains and nestled in a vast bamboo forest. It is only 40 kilometers from downtown Hangzhou and 3 kilometers from the Hangzhou Second Ring Expressway exit. The core area covers over 300 acres. With nature, simplicity, and parent-child relationships as its core concepts, it is committed to creating a natural paradise that integrates dining, living, entertainment, and learning.
Camping: The farm has several open campsites, accommodating 5 to 30 tents. Facilities include separate showers and toilets, a conference room, a restaurant, a craft workshop, and over 50 free parking spaces.
Recreational activities include horseback riding, barbecue, fruit picking, petting zoo, archery, ziplining, boating, kayaking, and a Hobbit hut. There are also many activities suitable for families with children.
Creative Carpentry: Make a pair of serving chopsticks by yourself, understand the development of chopstick culture and the role of serving chopsticks, and cultivate good habits of using serving chopsticks.
Magic Tofu: Learn about the traditional tofu-making process, personally experience the process of grinding tofu, and feel the joy of farming.
Aromatherapy pendants: Relax completely on the farm, feel the world of fragrance, be influenced by art, and enjoy the subtle aroma that heals your soul.
Plant hammer dyeing: Print the most beautiful appearance of flowers and plants on the cloth bag, and always keep the beautiful nature in mind.
Dinosaur Archaeology: Learn some basic knowledge about dinosaurs, explore the mysteries of the dinosaur world, and experience archaeology yourself to satisfy your children’s curiosity.
The camping area is built according to the original appearance of the mountains and forests, with a variety of options available, including lawn camping, bamboo forest camping, tropical rainforest camping, etc., allowing campers to enjoy the most natural and tranquil wild holiday atmosphere in all seasons.
In the cute pet house, there is a timid and shy sika deer family, there are goat brothers who bleat at the sight of grass, Boer goats and Australian sheep that fight as soon as they meet, and there are also cute alpaca father and son who can spit. The little rabbit is clever and friendly, the horse always makes a face from time to time, and the silly geese always chase people...
Camping tents are available in a light luxury style, and the camping area is fully equipped with bathrooms, plumbing, electricity, and lighting. A 24-hour hot water system is available, and the area can accommodate hundreds of tents simultaneously. The area also features a barbecue and outdoor movie theater, perfect for groups of all sizes. The farm also regularly hosts special themed events, including starry night, firefly, esports, river tracing, and night viewing.
Camping Diary No. 4: Fuyang Huyuan Creek
There's a place just 22 minutes from Hangzhou by high-speed train. Its whitewashed walls, black tiles, small bridges, and flowing water exude a sense of antiquity, as if telling a story from a distant past. But it's not Wuzhen. It's the hometown of the renowned writer Yu Dafu, the hometown of Sun Quan, a renowned scholar of the Three Kingdoms period, and a hidden gem I regretted not having encountered earlier: Hangzhou's Fuyang.
This picturesque place remains unassuming, offering no need to cross mountains or seas to reach it, nor are there throngs of people. It's like a hidden gem on the banks of the Fuchun River, hoarding all the wonders of the world, waiting for someone to discover it and become captivated. What captivated me most was the fact that it also houses a hidden "Little Guilin"—also known as Tingsongju—at Huyuanxi Campground.
Time: September 19-20, 2020
Location: Huyuan Creek Campground, Fuyang (also known as Tingsongju)
Weather: Sunny Temperature: 22℃-28℃
Campground Information: This is more than just a campsite; it's a connection to nature and a spiritual haven! Yishitingsongju is a resort-style campground integrating ecotourism, agricultural experiences, and leisure vacations. It's located at No. 1 Shimaling, Yaokou Village, Huyuan Township, Fuyang. It's a mere 1.5-hour drive from Hangzhou, and even Shanghai can be reached in about 3 hours. The mountain roads leading into Fuyang offer breathtaking views of the vibrant autumn scenery, setting the mood for a good time. Uninterrupted views of rolling hills beneath a vibrant blue sky and crystal-clear lakes, unobstructed. Even if you're doing nothing, simply sitting by the lake and basking in the warm autumn sun is incredibly relaxing. It's a haven of beautiful little things—a vibrant golden ginkgo forest and rice paddies rich with the aroma of autumn!
Camping facilities: Along the Huyuan Creek, there is a dedicated camping site that can accommodate 15-40 tents. There is also a homestay available for accommodation!
Recreational activities: outdoor barbecue, open-air movies, paddle board kayaking, fishing, swimming, etc.
My favorite is the warm yellow rice field. The first time I saw it, the song "The Wind Blows the Wheat Waves" started to play in my mind on a loop. The golden rice swayed in the autumn wind, which was very charming.
The tent is equipped with two soft and comfortable tatami mats, a bedside table, and an electric blanket, ensuring a warm night even while camping. When night falls, light up the hanging string lights inside the tent, combined with the dim lamp on the bedside table, and the entire tent is filled with light, perfect for taking fresh photos!
When night falls, light a bonfire to drive away the cold of the night, hold a bonfire party, and chat under the brilliant starry sky.
Camping Diary Issue 5: Anji Tianzigang
October is filled with the scent of late autumn, with golden leaves scattering across the ground, lending this bleak season a touch of mystery and dreaminess. Camping enthusiasts are already itching to get out there; nothing is more delightful than a late autumn getaway. This time, China-TravelNote Baby 101, armed with gear, fine wine, and a group of adorable friends, embarked on a truly meaningful camping trip. As for their campsite, they chose the popular "Anji Tianzigang Wild Joy Plain," a popular spot on Xiaohongshu and WeChat Moments.
Time: October 2-3, 2020
Location: Yehuanyuan, Tianzigang Reservoir, Anji, Huzhou City
Weather: Sunny
Temperature: 20℃-28℃
Campsite information: Anji Tianzigang - Yehuanyuan
It's quite popular in the Jiangsu and Zhejiang regions, perfect for photo ops or simply camping for team building. Ye Huan Yuan has a large space with 16 campsites, some near the woods, some near the lake, and some on the lawn. Camp 9 is a popular spot in Ye Huan Yuan! It's close to the lake and perfect for photo ops! The sunset is absolutely stunning in the evening!
Campsite charges: Before entering the Yehuanyuan Campsite, there will be staff at the door to collect fees, which is 50 yuan per person per day. If you stay there for a few days, you need to renew the fee with the staff at the door when you leave.
Camping site: The landing field has a 20,000m² lawn, which is one of the most luxurious landing fields in East China and can be used entirely as a camping site.
Basic Facilities: Restrooms are located near each campsite. Camp 9, where we stayed, had two. Of course, this campsite is also the most crowded, making it a lively place for a camping party or movie night. Water is available in an open area outside the restrooms, with two or three taps, perfect for washing vegetables, brushing teeth, and washing your face. However, showering isn't always convenient! Accommodation (Camping): When camping, the most important thing is a tent. Our group was quite large, so we brought a variety of tents, including the Norwegian Cabin, Pyramid, Offweek's Indian, Tulip, and of course, the Great White Bear and DOD!
Recreational activities: outdoor barbecue, open-air movies, paddleboarding (bring your own), fishing, swimming, etc.
Slow down: Every time I tell my friends who come to participate in camping activities, they must slow down the pace and enjoy the process, set up tents, cook delicious food, make coffee, and savor the touch of each step and the aroma of food and coffee.
Camping Diary Issue 6: Thousand Island Lake with Willows and Flowers
Time: October 31st - November 1st, 2020
Location: Liu'an Huaming Tented Camp, Wanxiang Road, Tian'an Mountain, Qiandao Lake Town, Chun'an County, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province
Weather: Sunny
Temperature: 18℃-26℃
Campground Information: Embracing the trending concept of "move-and-go camping," this camp provides customers with a full suite of high-end camping equipment, professional outdoor venues, and supporting facilities. Liu'an Huaming offers a one-stop camping experience: Focusing on providing a move-and-go, luxury tent camping experience, it also features a variety of on-site activities and exciting water activities. It also offers dining solutions such as relaxing afternoon tea, romantic sunset dinners, and nutritious breakfasts, allowing users to experience glamping with ease and effortless ease!
Facilities: The campsite is located within the Qiandao Lake Puli Hotel, formerly the largest golf course in Zhejiang Province. The course boasts 12 kilometers of internal paths for walking and cycling. Nearby is the popular Qiandao Lake hot air balloon and powered paragliding spots.
Recreational activities: outdoor barbecue, open-air movies, paddleboarding, kayaking, hot air ballooning, fishing, swimming, etc.
Check-in with your luggage: A full set of camping supplies is provided in the tent: moisture-proof mat, floor mat, air cushion, bedding, bedside table, table, trash can, Sanlux outdoor light, makeup mirror, fan, futon, and aluminum box.
There are also plenty of outdoor activities: Frisbee, archery, bumper ball, water gun battles, kayaking, canoeing, and paddleboarding.
Camping Diary Issue 7: Xianshan Lake RV
Time: November 13-14, 2020
Location: Xianshan Lake, Changxing, Huzhou
Weather: Cloudy
Temperature: 12℃-16℃
Campsite information: Xianshan Lake National Wetland Park
Located in Si'an, Changxing, at the junction of Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Anhui, this 4A-level scenic spot boasts a privileged ecological environment. Not only are swans nesting here, but the "Chinese alligator," considered a living fossil from ancient times, is also home here, a rare and unique natural ecological phenomenon. The campsite, situated on the shores of Xianshan Lake, covers 300 acres and boasts a beautiful environment, comprehensive facilities, and a vibrant sea of flowers. This experiential campsite offers a variety of dining options, family-friendly activities, outdoor activities, a stylish rooftop terrace, fruit picking, picnics, barbecues, and tent and RV camping.
Basic facilities: The facilities are very mature. It is very convenient for tent and RV camping, accommodation and dining.
Recreational activities: outdoor barbecue, open-air movies, paddleboarding, kayaking, powered paragliding, fishing, cycling around the lake, archery, boat tours, hiking, etc.
Conclusion
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