Shanghai's top October hotspot, Binjiang Forest Park's pink muhly grass is breathtakingly beautiful, with a detailed guide

Phase II of Shanghai Binjiang Forest Park is in full bloom with a sea of pink flowers!

Free admission, a dreamy check-in spot

The romance of autumn is brought to you by Phase II of Binjiang Forest Park. Every October, the pink muhly grass arrives as expected, dyeing the Flower Sea Valley into a dreamy pink ocean, making it a must-visit autumn destination in Shanghai.

🌸 Bloom period and location

Best viewing period: October to early December, now is the most beautiful time!

Core viewing area: Flower Sea Valley — about a 10-minute walk from the park's east gate. Here, over 20,000 square meters of pink muhly grass stack like cotton candy, undulating with the terrain to form an endless pink flower sea.

Special combinations: The park cleverly pairs pink muhly grass with cosmos, sulfur cosmos, zinnias, sunflowers, and other flowers to create a colorful autumn garden.

📸 Photo tips

· Best spots: The window of the small wooden house in Flower Sea Valley offers oil painting-like views of the flower-covered hillside; the small wooden house by the water and the bridge are excellent for panoramic shots.
· Golden hours: Early morning or dusk when the light is soft; backlighting makes the pink muhly appear crystal clear, especially when the sunset bathes the flower sea in golden light, creating a stunning scene.
· Shooting techniques: Use the winding paths specially opened in the flower sea to create the feeling of being immersed in flowers; try low-angle upward shots with flowers in the foreground to avoid crowds.

🚗 Travel guide

Opening hours: Daily 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Admission: Free

Transportation:

· Subway: Exit 1A at Shuangjiang Road Station on Line 10, then a 7-minute taxi ride to the east gate (recommended)
· Bus: Take Metro Line 6 or 10 to Gangcheng Road Station, then transfer to Waigaoqiao Route 1
· Driving: Navigate to "Binjiang Forest Park Phase II East Gate Parking Lot," parking fee is 5 RMB/hour, with a daily maximum of 20 RMB. The east gate is closest to Flower Sea Valley; the north gate is farther away.

💡 Tips for visiting

1. There is a Su-style garden café inside the park, perfect for a rest after walking.
2. Besides flower viewing, you can plan picnics, camping, and coastal walks, ideal for a day trip.
3. Please stay on the designated paths and avoid stepping on the flower clusters to help protect this pink romance.
4. Mosquitoes are still common in autumn; it is recommended to bring insect repellent.

The bloom period of pink muhly grass lasts until early December. Find a sunny day to visit Phase II of Binjiang Forest Park, immerse yourself in this gentle pink mist, and experience the autumn romance of Shanghai!