A Complete One-Day Tour Guide to the Stunning Golden Autumn Secret Spot Haifeng Wetland in Qujing, Yunnan!

! Autumn in Qujing is truly amazing! 🍁 Who says you can only enjoy autumn in the north? This lesser-known wetland in Yunnan outshines many popular tourist spots👇🏻

📍 Destination: Zhanyi Haifeng Wetland (Dapo Township, Zhanyi District, Qujing City)
🎫 Ticket: 30 RMB/person (half price with student ID~)
🚗 Transportation: Self-driving recommended, navigate to "Haifeng Wetland Park"
⏰ Best viewing period: Late September to early November (Golden Autumn exclusive!)

💫 Highlights for your visit:
1⃣ Trail 2 boardwalk loop hike (3 km, super easy)
Along the way, you'll find reed marshes, viewing platforms, karst landforms... every corner is a perfect photo spot! Photo lovers, don’t miss this 📸

2⃣ Stunning sunrise 🌅
Be sure to get up early to see the golden light flooding the wetland! The water surface turns into a crystal-clear amber color, every shot looks like a National Geographic masterpiece~

3⃣ Birdwatcher's paradise 🕊️
In October, during the migratory season, you can see flocks of egrets flying gracefully. Recommended to wait and shoot between 7:30-8:00 AM!

4⃣ Water maze 🚤
From above, the waterways look like green silk winding through the mountains. The aerial view is absolutely breathtaking! (Boat rental 50 RMB/hour)

🔥 Must-capture scenes:
☑️ Backlit reed portraits (wear light colors for better photos)
☑️ Flock of egrets in flight
☑️ Karst mountain shadows in the sunset glow
☑️ Aerial shots of winding waterways (drone shots even better)

🍗 Nearby food:
✔️ Zhanyi Spicy Chicken (15 minutes by car to the village)
✔️ Potato Braised Rice (perfect with spicy chicken!)
✔️ Wild Mushroom Hotpot (seasonal autumn delicacy)

💡 Practical tips:
• Parking fee: 10 RMB/day
• Bring sunscreen + hat (strong UV in Yunnan)
• Pack some snacks (few dining options inside the park)
• Wear non-slip shoes (boardwalk can be slippery with moss)

Personal tip: Pick a clear weekday to have the entire golden wetland to yourself! Stand on the viewing platform, take a deep breath of the reed-scented air, and feel completely healed 💛