Haitongu Park is a narrow peninsula extending into Erhai Lake next to Dali Xizhou Town. It is named after its shape like a tongue. The original ecological scenery here is rich. It is also the shooting location of "Heart Flower Road", which is very suitable for leisurely photos.
I. Appointment and open information
• Reservation method: You need to make an appointment in advance through the official account of "Love in Haitongue and Honeymoon Peninsula". Tickets are released at 18:00 every day, and you can enter your own and your companions' information in advance. If you don't make an appointment for the free time, you can also buy a 99 yuan coffee experience coupon to enter the park, including coffee, cake and fruit plate.
• Open time: The free visit time is from 09:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m., with a limit of 200 people per day. You should enter the park strictly according to the appointment time. If you are late for more than 15 minutes, you may not be able to enter the park.
II. Traffic Guide
• Self-driving / chartered car: navigation "Haizu Park Parking Lot", parking fee 10 yuan / time, about 20 kilometers from Dali Ancient City by self-driving.
• Short-distance travel: It takes 15 minutes to rent an electric car from Xizhou Ancient Town, and the car rental fee is about 50 yuan/day; you can also take a tricycle, 5 yuan/person, and it takes about 10 minutes to get there; if you are physically strong, you can also walk 40 minutes along the Erhai Ecological Corridor. In addition, there is a small carriage at the entrance of the park for 10 yuan/person, which can go directly to the core area, but the actual walking distance to the core area is not far, so you can choose according to your needs.
III. Must-visit scenic spots
• Couple Tree: As the shooting location of "Heart Flower Road", two hundred-year-old trees snuggle up to each other, which is an excellent place to shoot forest blockbusters. It is very good to shoot backs on the bench next to the tree.
• Water forest plank road: The wooden plank road extends into Erhai Lake. On sunny days, the sun shines on the water and is sparkling. You can take a beautiful picture with a wide-angle lens.
• Dead tree shallows: The dead trees exposed at low tide have different shapes. Even on cloudy days, you can take dark photos full of atmosphere, and drone top-down shooting can also take the effect of "tree shadow maze".
• Viewing platform: Here you can enjoy the scenery of Erhai Lake at 270°, and you can also overlook the snow top of Cangshan Mountain. If you go there in June to August, you are likely to encounter the sea of water-based poplars.
IV. Food recommendation
• Xizhou Baba: There are two flavors, sweet and salty, with crispy skin and soft filling. You can buy it at snack stalls or restaurants near the park.
• Crispy baba: the taste is more crispy than Xizhou baba, and it can also be found around the park.
• Roasted milk fan: This is a special snack made of milk. It tastes crispy, sweet and delicious. It is a delicious food not to be missed when visiting Haitongue Park.
• Cold noodles: the taste is smooth, with various seasonings, very appetizing, suitable for tasting as a snack when playing.
• Original fresh milk stick: The special popsicle launched by Xizhou Cool Cottage is made of 100% original fresh milk, no additives, with a strong milky fragrance, which is very suitable for enjoying in Haitongue Park.
• Farmhouse dishes such as silverfish and arugula: The Lihai farmhouse dishes at the entrance of Haitongue Park are worth a try. I recommend silverfish, arugula and braised chicken, which are affordable.
V. Accommodation recommendation
Slow Time・Slowly丨Erfeng Light Intelligent Concept Beauty Accommodation (Haitong Ecological Park Couple Tree Store)
• Location advantages: It is only 763 meters in a straight line from Haizu Park, about 1 hour and 17 minutes by car to Dali Station, and only 2.3 kilometers to Xizhou Ancient Town, which is very convenient to travel.
• Featured highlights: The new homestay opened in 2024, with relatively new facilities, mainly pet-friendly, suitable for tourists traveling with hairy children. The homestay also has mountain view rooms, audio-visual rooms and other room types, equipped with laundry rooms, home theaters, butler services and free parking. The residents rated the surrounding scenery as excellent.
Dali Slow Time Inn
• Location advantages: It is located at the entrance of Haitong Park, a 7-minute walk to the park, only 100 meters away from Erhai Lake, and it is also convenient to go to Xizhou Ancient Town, Taoyuan Wharf and other surrounding attractions.
• Featured highlights: The inn is decorated with all solid wood with ethnic elements. The bedding and mattresses are all made of first-line brands, and the living comfort is high. It supports free parking, bicycle rental, and pets are allowed. It is suitable for tourists who pay attention to the quality of accommodation and want to visit Haizu Park up close. Breakfast is not provided.
Xizhou Morning and Evening Seaview Inn
• Location advantages: It is located in Jingui Temple Village, Xizhou Town, adjacent to Haizu Park, Erhai Lake in the east and Cangshan Mountain in the west. It is strategically located, and you can enjoy the sunrise scenery in the inn.
• Highlights: It is cost-effective, and the room type is mainly a comfortable sea-view room, which is suitable for two people. It is equipped with Wi-Fi, air conditioning, free parking, and pets are allowed. There is a balcony in the room, so you can enjoy the surrounding scenery. The bedding can be changed once per guest, and relaxed unsubscribe is supported. If you unsubscribe before 12 o'clock one day before check-in, you can get a full refund.
Dali Meilan Meilu Sea View Inn
• Location advantage: It is located on the wharf of Xizhou Ancient Town with a history of nearly 200 years. It is surrounded by the sea on three sides and looks like a peninsula. It is very close to Haitong Park and Xizhou Ancient Town, and you can feel the scenery of Bai villages and fields.
• Characteristic highlights: It has the reputation of "sea courtyard". There are sea terraces, sky gardens and other landscapes in the inn, and you can enjoy the sunrise, sunset, Eryue and other beautiful scenery. The room type is a 72m2 270-degree sea-round suite with complete facilities. It can not only cook, but also allow pets. Breakfast and free broadband are provided, which is suitable for tourists who want to immerse themselves in the scenery of Erhai Lake.
Dali Hailian Boutique Sea View Resort Inn
• Location advantages: It is located in Jinhe Village, Huanhai West Road, 1 kilometer south of Haizu Ecological Park, and belongs to the core play area of Xizhou and Taoyuan Wharf, with mature surrounding catering and travel facilities.
• Featured highlights: Rich supporting services, free parking, pick-up, food delivery and other services, as well as bars, cafes and chess and card rooms. Breakfast is a buffet of 28 yuan/person, and the business hours are from 08:00 to 10:00. It is suitable for tourists who like to be lively and need a variety of supporting services, but the inn does not allow pets.
Dali Mumu Space Homestay
• Location advantages: It is located on the side of the Jinxi Highway in Jingui Temple Village next to Haizu Park. After the house is Longhu Wetland Park. You can see the Cangshan Mountains in the distance, and it is very convenient to walk to the core area of Haizu Park.
• Highlights: The building is in the style of the Bai nationality, but the interior is decorated in a simple Japanese style with a unique style. The platform on the third floor is a good place for viewing. You can see the beautiful pictures of maple trees, lakes, mountains and white clouds. The room is clean and refreshing, which is suitable for tourists who like niche fresh style.
VI. Tips for playing
• Dressing and taking photos: wear light-colored long skirts, new Chinese-style clothing, etc. with straw-knitted bags and wide-brimmed hats, and take photos very well. The light is excellent 1 hour after sunrise or 2 hours before sunset. The former has few people and the light is soft, and the latter can take pictures of the golden Erhai Lake.
• Essential items: The ultraviolet rays on the plateau are strong, so be sure to do a good job of sun protection; the wind in Erhai Lake is strong, so it is recommended to bring a thin coat; there are no shops in the park, so you need to bring your own water and snacks.
• Itinerary connection: You can arrange the route of "Haizu Park → Xizhou Ancient Town → Panxi S Bay → Cai Village". From S Bay, you can ride along the Erhai Corridor to Cai Village, play and take pictures along the roadside. The whole journey takes 2-3 hours. Finally, you can go to the ancient city of Dali to visit the night market and eat slate roast to end the itinerary.