Hangzhou's ultimate summer escape! Cold Spring Bay's 25℃ glass water secret spot, so fun you won't want to go home!

👍️Recommended reasons:

Hidden in Lin'an, Hangzhou, is a real-life "Jelly Sea"—Wind Valley Cold Spring Bay! A 50,000㎡ natural cold spring pool embraced by mountains and forests, with crystal-clear water and a constant temperature of 24-26℃, cooler than an air-conditioned room! Seven unique spring pools plus eight jungle slides, covering all ages from a 0.3-meter shallow beach to a 2.5-meter deep water area. You can take kids to catch fish and have water fights or experience thrilling maze slides. Even 80-year-olds can relax and daydream under the shade. The best part is the ecological design of "trees in the water, people in the green," where every snapshot looks like a cinematic masterpiece—no filters needed!

📅Travel tips:

⏰Best time: 10:00-20:00 (recommend weekdays to avoid crowds; weekends can see over 3,000 visitors)
🚗Route plan:

1. Morning: Start with land activities (New Zealand scooters, rainbow slides) for a better experience with fewer people

2. Afternoon: 13:00-16:00 play in Cold Spring Bay water (avoid the strong midday sun)

3. Evening: Watch the sunset at the mountaintop viewing platform, then enjoy MINI rafting again before heading back

Must-try activities:
✅ Spring No.1 · Internet-famous Willow Leaf Boat: Paddle a transparent boat across the emerald lake, perfect for dreamy photos at the bow
✅ Spring No.5 · Glass Water Secret Spot: A 0.6-meter shallow beach where you can wear a white dress and stand on pebbles for "floating" photos
✅ Jungle Slides: 25-meter height difference S-shaped slides, splashing water as you zip through bamboo groves—super thrilling
✅ Water Fight: Spring No.6 opens every Saturday at 3 PM sharp; remember to bring water guns to "join the battle"

🍜Food guide:

▪️ Scenic area canteen: 40 RMB per person for farmhouse dishes, recommended "Bamboo Forest Chicken Pot" and freshly baked bamboo tube rice (take the bamboo tube home as a souvenir)
▪️ Cold spring afternoon tea: The "Ice Spring Bar" under the shade serves bayberry smoothies and coconut water, perfect for soaking your feet in the cool spring
▪️ Nearby farmhouses:

- Shuangta Village "Shiyuanju": Secret sauce stir-fried grouper (fish freshly caught from Zixi)
- Changhua Town "Old Changhua Noodle House": Intangible cultural heritage handmade noodles with dried bamboo shoots and shredded pork, broth so fresh it’s amazing

▪️ Hidden tip: Bring your own watermelon and drinks to chill in the cold spring water, unlocking a new "natural refrigerator" experience

🏨Accommodation guide:

1. Wind Valley Resort Hotel (at the scenic area entrance)

- 💰Price: from 499 RMB (includes double breakfast + scooter package)
- Highlights: Floor-to-ceiling windows facing the grassland, rooms with children’s tents, breakfast can be delivered to the room
- Recommended room: "Starry Sky Room" with rooftop skylight to watch the Milky Way

2. Blue Forest Camp (inside the scenic area)

- 💰Price: Ready-to-stay tents at 488 RMB/night (includes double tickets + breakfast)
- Highlights: Bonfire parties at night, lying in the tent listening to insects and birds
- Hidden perk: Rent a barbecue grill with free charcoal, enjoy grilling skewers while watching outdoor movies

3. Nearby homestays (15 minutes by car)

- Qichi Yiju: Japanese-style courtyard, 200 RMB per person for private hot spring baths
- Xiangye Homestay: 399 RMB package includes Instagram-worthy scenic room + double breakfast, 5-minute walk to Tuanxi rafting

💗Other tips:

1. Photo secrets:

- Props: Transparent swim rings, woven straw hats (rent for 50 RMB at the scenic area entrance)
- Best times: 8 AM or 6 PM for soft light and high photo success rate

2. Gear checklist:

- Essentials: Water shoes (bare feet prohibited), quick-dry towel, waterproof phone pouch
- Recommended: Bring a change of clothes (free showers available in the park)

3. Money-saving tips:

- Early bird tickets: Buy 3 days in advance to save 50 RMB (includes Cold Spring Bay + shuttle bus)
- Parent-child package: One adult and one child for 168 RMB, child ticket includes cute pet feeding experience

4. Important notes:

- No food or glass items allowed in Cold Spring Bay; lockers cost 30 RMB each
- Spring No.7 is 2.5 meters deep; life jackets are mandatory (provided free on-site)

This summer, I achieved "water play freedom" at Wind Valley! Want to know more hidden photo spots? Leave a comment below~👇