Free private guide to Qingdao Silver Beach | Beach picnic, sea shell picking, sunrise and sunset

|Picnic on the beach, picking up shellfish in the sea, sunrise and sunset. Located on the southwest side of Phoenix Island Tourist Resort in Huangdao District, Qingdao Silver Beach is the sister beach of Golden Beach and is known for its fine silver sand, pristine scenery and tranquil atmosphere. Backed by a black pine forest and bordered by the Yellow Sea to the south, it combines the dynamic blend of beach, pine forest and waves. It is a natural bathing beach. Silver Beach is about 2,000 meters long, crescent-shaped, with fine and even sand, and silver light shining in the sun. It is known as "a silver plate inlaid on blue silk". 【Core gameplay】 Sunrise Sunset: Sunrise 5:00-6:30 Head to the reef area near Gate 3 to watch the sun rise from sea level in the morning mist. Sunset 17:30-18:30 Shoot the orange-red sunset from the southwest beach or wooden canyon. Rush the sea to pick up mussels: When the tide recedes on the first, second, fifteenth and sixteenth day of the lunar month, carry a small bucket and shovel to catch crabs and mussels in the reef area to experience the life of a fisherman. Beach activities: digging sand and picking shells, playing in the shallow sea, building sand castles, playing beach volleyball, fine sand suitable for children to play. Wooden Canyon Stroll: Enjoy the sea view along the 2000m canyon and capture the ecological picture of the pine forest and beach. [Recommended Route] Gate 3 (less crowded) → Reef area catch the sea → beach stroll → wooden canyon sea view → gazebo picnic, evening: southwest beach catch the sea → sunset photography. [Practical Strategy] Tickets and Opening Hours Tickets: Free and open. Summer (July 1st-September 25th): 9:00-18:00 (weekdays), 9:00-19:00 (peak period from July 15th to August 15th). Feet, Shower Charge (Shower $20/time) Transportation Guide: Bus 808, East 3 to “Silver Beach East Station” or “Silver Beach Station”. 50 to Wyndham Premium Hotel station, within walking distance. Navigate yourself to “Silver Beach Scenic Area” and go straight on West Point Island Road, parking is free or less charged (Parking at Golden Beach is $20/time, Silver Beach is more discounted). Door 1 has the largest parking lot ($5/hour), and Door 3 is convenient for parking (with convenience store). Cost reference: RM20/time for changing shower room, RM10/time for locker, RM80/hour for parasol rental. Privately run projects are negotiable, such as the "sea foam wheel" about $100/half hour. Equipment suggestions: bucket, shovel, gloves, rain boots, pay attention to sunscreen and tide safety. Follow the "Qingdao West Coast Culture and Tourism" public account for real-time tides and event information. Precautions: Swimming should be within the sight of lifeguards, avoid offshore currents areas; do not linger on reefs during high tide. The fishing of protected marine life is prohibited. The garbage must be taken away by oneself. [Peripheral tour] Three islands connected: Take East 3 Road to Silver Beach North Station and change to Route 50. At low tide, the three islands are connected, and the reef area is rich in seafood. Fish-calling mouth: Qingdao "Tianya Cape", surrounded by the sea on three sides, self-drive navigation to Huangdao fish-singing mouth, suitable for photography and rushing the sea. Tang Island Bay Wetland Park: 3 km from Silver Beach, bird watching, riding, and feel the mangrove ecology. Chinese Courtyard: Tickets 30 dollars, enjoy the Hui/Jin ancient architecture, suitable for culture lovers. Golden Beach: 10 minutes drive to experience more lively waterfront entertainment. With its pristine sand quality, tranquil atmosphere and convenient amenities, Silver Beach has become a secluded choice on the west coast of Qingdao. With the expedition of the surrounding three islands and fish-neck mouth, a journey of nature and humanity is about to begin!