Summer Paradise for Escaping the Heat: The Right Way to Open Haituo Valley

🚗🌲 Around Beijing, there is a place known as the 'Little Switzerland of the Suburbs'—Haituo Valley. It is not only an excellent summer resort but also a great place full of natural beauty and leisure activities. The scenery here is picturesque all year round, especially in summer, with blue skies and white clouds, surrounded by green trees, making you feel like you are in a paradise. 🚗🗺️ Travel Guide: 📍 Haituo Valley is located in Chicheng County, Zhangjiakou City, Hebei Province, about 150 kilometers from downtown Beijing. It takes about 2-3 hours to drive there. 🌅 It is recommended to depart in the morning to avoid the traffic congestion on the Badaling Expressway, heading north and enjoying the scenery along the way. 🏞️🛤️ Travel Route: 🗺️ Upon arriving at Haituo Valley, you can first get a map at the entrance and plan your day's itinerary. My recommended route is: 1473 Café → Lake Train → Paddleboarding Experience → Kaka Squirrel Park → Sunset at the Mountain Top. 1. 🏔️ 1473 Café: A café at an altitude of 1473 meters, where a cup of coffee costing 58 yuan gives you a moment of leisure in the clouds. ☕️ 2. 🚂 Lake Train: Take a train ride around the lake to enjoy the lake and mountain scenery. The ticket price is 50 yuan for adults and 25 yuan for children. 🛤️ 3. 🏄 Paddleboarding Experience: A 1-hour paddleboarding experience costs 300 yuan. Although it is pricey, it is definitely worth trying. 🏄‍♀️ 4. 🐿️ Kaka Squirrel Park: 138 yuan for one adult and one child. It is suitable for family outings, allowing children to climb freely on the rope nets. 🌳 5. 🌄 Sunset at the Mountain Top: Climb to the top of the mountain in the evening to watch the spectacular sunset, which is a romantic moment not to be missed. 🌄 🏨🛏️ Accommodation Guide: 🏩 Ruilan Hotel: Designed in Swiss style, it is well-equipped and offers excellent service, making it an ideal choice for vacation. 🏘️ Weilan Hotel: It has two-bedroom suites with 1.8-meter and 1.5-meter beds, making it very suitable for family trips. 🏡 🍽️🍢 Food Recommendations: 🍽️ Haituo Canteen: Provides three meals a day. You can recharge and consume here. The variety is rich, and the prices are reasonable. 🔥 Valley Barbecue: Enjoy outdoor barbecue in the valley, which has a unique flavor. 🍢 🌾 Nearby Farmhouses: There are many farmhouses not far from the valley where you can try local iron pot stews. 🍲 💡🌞 Tips: 🌞 The UV rays are strong in summer, so remember to take sun protection measures and wear sunglasses. 🧥 The temperature is lower at night, so remember to bring a light jacket. ⛺️ If you plan to camp, you can bring your own tent or rent one. 🎟️ When buying tickets, it is best to book in advance through official channels to avoid queuing and waiting on-site. 📢🚫 Notes: 🌳 Protect the environment, do not litter, and keep the scenic area clean. 🚣‍♂️ Pay attention to safety, especially when participating in water activities, and be sure to wear a life jacket.