Hubei Jingmen｜2 Days 1 Night Road Trip Guide is Here

A stunning blue-water lake with fewer crowds💦 For those wanting a relaxed weekend or summer getaway near Wuhan, check out this 2-day itinerary🗺️
Day 1️⃣: Forest hiking, creek tracing & blue lake views…
Day 2️⃣: Sunset by the "sea" & infinity pool swimming…
Perfect for families, couples, and friends❗️

🧡Day1️⃣:
Wuhan👉🚗2.5h👉Dakou National Forest Park👉🚗1.5h👉Zhanghe Sunshine Beach (stay overnight)

📍Location: Dakou National Forest Park (8:00-17:00)
(Tickets: ¥35 if purchased a day in advance, ¥40 on-site; free with Wuhan Travel Annual Pass🎫)

💦Park Highlights:
Features Nine-Level Heavenly Stream, waterfalls, Longquan Creek, and large/small Tianchi Pools.
The crystal-clear turquoise water is breathtaking, with tiny fish swimming about🐟. Cool temperatures make it ideal for summer escapes❗️

🅿️Parking:
Cars can enter the park. Park roadside or drive up the left slope to an open parking area.

🚶Route:
1️⃣Enter through the main gate → 2️⃣Hike up Nine-Level Heavenly Stream (watch your step on rocky paths—wear comfy shoes! Our kids wore outdoor sneakers, perfect for climbing and wading❗️) → 3️⃣Explore & photograph at Tianchi Pools → 4️⃣Continue to Longquan Creek → 5️⃣Return to the gate.

🕐Duration:
The park is compact; allow 2-3h for hiking + photos.
👉Then drive to Zhanghe Sunshine Beach for overnight stay.

🛏️Accommodation:
Hotels near the beach (~5min drive). Weekend rates: ¥300+ (includes 2 beach tickets🎫 + breakfast). Options range ¥150-350.

🧡Day2️⃣: Zhanghe Sunshine Beach👉🚗Return to Wuhan
📍: Zhanghe Sunshine Beach
(🎫Ticket: ¥38; free with Wuhan Travel Annual Pass)

👉Activities:
🧡Beach🏖️, infinity pool💦, off-road vehicles🚙, paragliding🪂, kids' playground🛝
🧡3min drive→Zhanghe Tourist Port: Take a 40min boat🚤 to Lake Heart Island (scenic but limited activities; last boat ~15:00)❗️

📌Tips:
1️⃣Avoid midday sun—play at shaded kids' areas until ~16:00, then swim.
2️⃣Amenities: shops, changing rooms, showers, rest areas, snacks.