The Ultimate Guide to Huangguoshu Waterfall: 90% Must-See Spots + Pitfall Avoidance Guide

90% of the best spots at Huangguoshu Waterfall are all here! Take this nanny-level guide, no need to thank me～💦

🌈【Must-Visit Attractions】
1️⃣ Top Choice: Doupotang Waterfall
📍Location: Zhenning Buyei and Miao Autonomous County, Anshun City
🚌 Transportation: It is recommended to take the scenic area shuttle bus first
💰Ticket: Included in the Huangguoshu Scenic Area combined ticket
Although there is no huge waterfall here, the scenery of the silver chain falling into the pool is the best appetizer! Suggested to spend about 1 hour here～📸 Plenty of photo spots!

2️⃣ The Main Attraction: Big Waterfall
🌟Shock Factor: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🕒Best Viewing Time: Sunny afternoons (you can also see a rainbow 🌈)
💦Must Experience: Water Curtain Cave crossing
This is the soul of the Huangguoshu Scenic Area! The Water Curtain Cave is a must-visit spot for 90% of tourists (see photo 5), where you can get up close to the 318-meter-wide waterfall cascading down～Remember to prepare a raincoat in advance!🌊

⚠️Tips:
- During peak season, it is recommended to enter before 8 AM to avoid crowds
- There are local specialty snack stalls inside the scenic area
- The Water Curtain Cave path is a bit slippery, it is recommended to wear non-slip shoes

📷Photo Tips:
The scenery is most beautiful when mist lingers in the early morning
After 10 AM, the light is suitable for portrait photography
Drones need to be reported in advance✈️

Post by Turner Abigail 13 | Oct 19, 2025