Drive 2 hours west of Beijing, pretend to see the sea

Taking a laid-back holiday at home is not satisfying, so for the May Day holiday, I plan a spontaneous trip around Beijing DAY1, heading towards Yu County. To avoid the crowds, I set off in the evening of the 1st, staying overnight at Guanting Reservoir first~ 🚉Transportation Strategy: Drive to Huailai Bridge, after getting off the bridge, you can follow the small road along the roadside to the reservoir. Recently, wooden stakes have been added, and the roads that cars can take to the reservoir have decreased, so it's best to arrive before dawn to find a spot. 🌟Highlights: The scenery is truly beautiful, with the bridge and windmills looking amazing during sunrise and sunset. Sometimes, if the clouds are impressive, it's even more breathtaking. Besides fishermen, there are currently few tourists, and now there are some ducks and waterbirds, but their numbers have decreased, probably because they are about to leave. Camping and cooking are also possible without any fees for now, and I heard that a paid campsite has recently opened nearby for those who need water and electricity. 🍽Dining Recommendations: I usually camp and cook here, but when I'm too lazy to cook, I go to the nearby Sizhuang Pillar Stewed Fish. After trying it once, I often go back because the taste is good and the prices are reasonable. This time, because I had to continue traveling, I didn't camp, and the dinner and breakfast in the picture cost ¥260, which was very filling for four people. It's a family-run place, and we usually call ahead to order, especially the stewed fish, to make sure they have fish. 🛏Accommodation Recommendations: Now the temperature is suitable for camping, and it's relatively safe here without much difficulty. I don't usually like challenging outdoor activities, so I come here often without any pressure. However, there's no water or electricity, so you need to bring enough, and you'll have to 'go wild' for bathroom needs. I've also stayed at Pillar's place in the winter when it's cold, which is economical and basically at the level of a farmhouse. I didn't leave until five in the afternoon, but I arrived just in time to see the sunset It's a great place to escape from Beijing for the weekend, and although I've been here many times, I've noticed the increasing management, so go and cherish it.