Panxi S Bay Cycling Guide — It’s Really Beautiful Here!

Panxi Village S Bay in Dali is a popular check-in spot on the Erhai Ecological Corridor, famous for its winding coastal road and stunning sunrises. Here’s a cycling guide to help you easily explore S Bay: --- ### **📍 Location & Transportation** - **Address**: Panxi Village, Yinqiao Town, Dali City (West coast of Erhai Lake, about 12 km from the Old Town) - **How to get there**: - **Cycling**: Rent a bicycle/e-bike from Dali Old Town and ride north along Huanhai West Road for about 40 minutes. - **Taxi**: Navigate to “Panxi Village S Bay” or “Erduo Hotel,” about a 20-minute drive costing around 30 RMB. - **Bus**: Take bus C7 from the Old Town to “Panxi Village” stop, then walk 10 minutes. --- ### **🚲 Recommended Cycling Routes** 1. **Short Trip** (1-2 hours): - Start at Panxi Village S Bay, ride north to the **Langqiao Bridge** (about 4 km, fewer people and beautiful scenery), or south to **Caicun Pier** (about 8 km, countryside views). 2. **Long Ride Around the Lake** (Half day): - Panxi Village → **Xizhou Ancient Town** (about 10 km, passing through farmland and popular coffee shops) → return. --- ### **📸 Photo Highlights** - **Best Sunrise Spot**: East side of S Bay by the sea, shoot backlit water ripples and redwood trees around 7:00 AM. - **Popular Photo Spots**: White railings near Erduo Hotel, water boardwalk, and the solitary tree by the shore. - **Hidden Angles**: Aerial shots of the entire S Bay in the morning with front light, or silhouette shots at sunset. --- ### **⚠️ Notes** 1. **Avoid Crowds**: Fewer people before 7 AM or after 6 PM; crowded at noon on holidays. 2. **Rental Tips**: - Bicycles (10-20 RMB/day), e-bikes (50-80 RMB/day), check battery and condition. - Only shared bikes or village-rented bikes are allowed on the corridor; external e-bikes must be parked at the entrance. 3. **Sun Protection & Warmth**: Strong UV on the plateau, wear hats and sunglasses; bring a jacket for big temperature differences morning and evening. 4. **Civilized Riding**: Push your bike on the S Bay road section (security patrols often), normal riding allowed elsewhere. --- ### **🍽️ Nearby Amenities** - **Coffee Shops**: Erduo Hotel’s first-floor café (popular floor-to-ceiling windows), Passing By Coffee. - **Dining**: Bai ethnic restaurants in the village, recommended “Panxi Renjia” for sour and spicy fish, and ru shan cheese. - **Accommodation**: For higher budget, choose Erduo sea view rooms; for cost-effective options, village homestays (off-season 200-500 RMB). --- ### **💡 Tips** - Combine with visits to **Xizhou Ancient Town** (rice fields + tie-dye) or **Chongsheng Temple and Three Pagodas**. - Protect the environment, don’t litter, and be careful when taking photos by the lake. Plan ahead; S Bay at dawn or dusk is the most healing! 🌊✨