The ultimate water play guide! Crystal-clear water + waterfall camping, enjoy a refreshing 25℃ summer

💎 Why Danzhu?
Water quality legend: Tiffany blue "jelly water," visibility over 5 meters, fish swimming by, known as the "Xianbanna of Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai" featured in "Black Myth."
Free paradise: 90% of water play spots have no entrance fee, camping, diving, paddleboarding all included.
Top summer cooler: Stream water stays at 18℃ year-round, bamboo forest shades the sky, over 10℃ cooler than the city.
🚗 Transportation Guide
Self-drive: 3 hours from Hangzhou/Shanghai, navigate to "Danzhu Township." The second half of Bailong Road is narrow mountain road, SUV recommended.
High-speed rail: To "Xianju South Station," then taxi 40 minutes to Longtantou Village (about 80 RMB).
Avoid traffic tip: Arrive before 8 AM on weekends, or stay overnight in Fengketou Village.
📸 Five top water play spots · personally tested for great photos
1⃣ Longtantou Village — Source of jelly water
Highlights: Waterfall deep pool + emerald streams, diving to see fish, thrilling cliff diving on giant rocks.
Navigation: Park and walk 200m, exclusive water surface before 9 AM, stunning blue-green gradient under direct sunlight.
Hidden fun: Rent bamboo raft for photos (5 RMB), drink villagers’ bayberry wine (20 RMB/bottle).
2⃣ Xikengkou Camping Base — Lazy person’s paradise
Highlights: Drive right to the stream! Light blue water + free camping, parking 20 RMB/car.
Navigation: Locate "Xikengkou," 200m under the bridge, bring a canopy for a super chill picnic.
3⃣ Danzhu Glass Water — Must-go for diving enthusiasts
Highlights: Free! 3-meter deep pool + transparent paddleboards, shoot "underwater masterpieces" in the cool shade under the bridge.
Safety tip: Wear life jackets, underwater stones are covered with algae.
4⃣ Zhangtan — Family-friendly shallow beach
Highlights: Liaozhu branch stream, cars can drive to the streamside (20 RMB fee), super fun catching small fish and shrimp.
Night stay bonus: Firefly secret spot in July-August, remember to bring a net.
5⃣ Danzhu Leisure Valley — Forest waterfall hiking
Highlights: Easy 2km flat walk, stunning big waterfall at the end, free entry before 7 AM.
Perks: Use Trip.com member points for discounts, 100 points = 1 RMB, applicable to tickets/accommodation.
⛺ Accommodation & Food
Recommended homestays: Longtan Home (100 RMB/night): Window views of the stream, farm-to-table dishes freshly made.
Yunyin Mountain Villa (from 200 RMB): Walk to Weiqiang Stream, with cliffside pool.
Must-eat list: Xianju Eight Bowls (chicken pot + noodle toppings), bamboo tube rice, creek snails.
Summer special: Dongkui bayberry (June-July), fruit as big as ping pong balls.
⚠ Safety & Environmental Notes
Non-slip shoes essential! Algae-covered stones turn into slides instantly.
No swimming for 2 days after heavy rain, flash flood danger.
No chemical sunscreen, it pollutes the glass water.
Leave no trace: take your trash, violators fined.
"Here, summer is the sunlight shattered by the bamboo sea, the first cheer after jumping into jelly water."
Before it gets overcrowded, save this guide and set off now~💦