What is a winter water forest? In early winter, the towering redwoods of Lizhong Water Forest in Xinghua blend seamlessly with the scenic mound fields, creating a fiery and uniquely charming landscape. From November 22 to the end of the year, the Lizhong Water Forest Scenic Area will host the second Forest Redwood Festival. Admire the crimson forests, savor Xinghua fish banquets, drift along on wooden rafts, enjoy hairy crabs with rich red roe from Xinghua, taste delicious fruits, drink Xinghua tea, and immerse yourself in the magical depths of the dense forest. Feeling a little tempted? Grab your camera and join me to experience the early winter water forest.
Savor Xinghua’s Red-Roe Imperial Crabs
How can you fully enjoy Xinghua without tasting its famous hairy crabs? Xinghua crabs are especially renowned for their red roe. These red-roe crabs are “rich and pure in fat, tender and snow-white in meat, bright red and glossy in crab roe, and deliciously sweet and fragrant upon eating.” When in Xinghua, try a few red-roe imperial crabs — beautiful scenery paired with delicious food, how could you not have the time of your life?
[Travel Tips]
The ticket for the water forest plus the raft ride is listed at 80 RMB per person, or 45 RMB per person for group tours via travel agencies (includes raft ride).
Transportation Guide to Lizhong Water Forest Park:
By Car:
From Yanjia Kou on the northern outer ring road of Xinghua city center → take the Xingsha Highway to Lizhong Water Forest Park
By Bus:
Take a bus from the Rural Public Transport Station.
1. Xinghua → Shengsheng Departure Times: Xinghua 6:00–17:30, Shengsheng 6:00–17:00
2. Xinghua → Shagou Departure Times: Xinghua 6:00–17:30, Shagou 6:00–17:00