Must-visit summer water fun! Lin'an Butterfly Valley Stream Trekking Guide | Natural Water Park

Ah! Discovered an absolutely amazing summer water playground! 💦
Lin'an Butterfly Valley stream trekking is seriously the most thrilling experience I've had in the Jiangsu-Zhejiang-Shanghai area!
This isn't just ordinary water wading - it's real aquatic hiking! Trekking through streams the entire way, climbing over rocks from afternoon till dusk without wanting to leave, completely forgetting the summer heat~🌞

📍Ultra-detailed route guide
Navigate directly to "Fangheyuan Inn", continue driving 1km past "Tianmu Butterfly Valley Diegu Ju Homestay", finally reaching the starting point "Tianmu Ancient Trail" (super considerate route map in p18~)

🚗 Parking tips:
Weekdays with fewer people can park near starting point
Weekends suggest parking near "Fangheyuan Inn" and walking up

✨Must-experience highlights:
✔️Crystal clear streams! Stepping on smooth round stones feels so cool and comfortable~
✔️Natural deep pools + waterfall area! Smooth stone slopes work like water slides - sit down and whoosh into the water, endlessly fun!
✔️Shaded by trees the whole way! No worries about sunburn!

📌Recommendations:
💦Option 1: Water route mountain adventure
2-3 hours upstream trekking that's addictive, might encounter wild butterflies too🦋

🏔️Option 2: Easy mountain path return
Dedicated hiking trails along the stream for those who don't want to return same way

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Family-friendly options:
Several shallow areas perfect for kids - water gun battles, catching small fish - so much fun!

⚠️Important reminders:
1️⃣Must go with companions! Some areas 2-3m deep - bring swimmers for safety!
2️⃣Wear anti-slip water shoes (can rent at entrance)
3️⃣Waterproof phone case essential! Underwater photos are stunning!
4️⃣Can use merchant WiFi (just ask for password when buying something)

Post by Cook Ethan 83 | Jul 23, 2025