Dongchong, also known as Dongyong, has beautiful blue skies and seascapes. It is one of the eight most beautiful coastlines in Shenzhen. Many people like to challenge themselves by hiking through it. Below is a detailed strategy for hiking through Dongchong. Let’s take a look!
Transportation Strategy
1. Self-driving tour strategy for hiking through Dongchong. If you are driving to Dongchong, it is recommended to drive to Xiyong Beach (there is a parking lot), then take a minibus to Dongyong Community Work Station, 5 yuan/person. Starting from Dongchong, hike along the coastline to Xiyong Beach (the coastal hiking route is described below), and return by car.
Summary: Drive to Xiyong Beach → Take a taxi to Dongchong → Hike to Xiyong → Drive back.
2. Bus travel strategy for hiking through Dongchong. To hike through Dongchong by bus, take the E11 from Shenzhen North Station in Shenzhen, 10 yuan/person, 15 stops, 120 minutes, first bus at 6:00, last bus at 21:30. Get off at Nanya Street Office and transfer to m231 to Dongyong Community Work Station, 4 stops, 23 minutes, first bus at 5:35, last bus at 19:40. Summary: Shenzhen North Station E11 → Nanya Street Office, transfer to m231 → Get off at Dongyong Community Work Station.
The bus travel strategy for hiking through Dongchong can also be taken from Shenzhen North Station Minzhi Mintang Road Terminal to Shuitou Market Station by the Dapeng Holiday Special Line 6, and then transfer to m231 to Dongyong Community Work Station. Dapeng Holiday Special Line 6 departs at 8:00 and ends at 12:00, returns at 13:30 and ends at 20:00, 12 stops, 102 minutes. m231 takes 9 stops from Shuitou Market Station to Dongyong Community Work Station, 33 minutes, first bus at 5:35, last bus at 19:40.
Summary: Take the Dapeng Holiday Special Line 6 from Shenzhen North Station Minzhi Mintang Road Terminal → Get off at Shuitou Market and transfer to m231 → Dongyong Community Work Station.
Route Strategy
Hiking through Dongchong can be done from east to west or from west to east. Because most people are used to hiking from east to west, it is recommended to hike from east to west in order to avoid potential risks of narrow mountain paths and rocky roads, and to save time.
After getting off the bus at the starting point of the hike through Dongchong, how do you get there? As shown in the picture below, after getting off the bus, walk along the red line for about 1.5 kilometers to reach the Dongchong coastline. You can walk down to the beach along the red line, and then walk along the coastline all the way.
After reaching the beach, you will pass Guizaijiao and Chuanbiyan before reaching the end point, marked as 6 in the picture, which is the fourth beach in Xiyong.
On the way through Dongchong, about 3 kilometers away, there is a flagpole marking the Dongchong hike. You can take a picture there. There will also be supplies nearby, selling water and food, and you can use the restroom.
Above Chuanbiyan is the Shenzhen Observatory, which is also the highest point on the Dongchong coastline. Stand high and look far, and the beauty of Dongchong is in front of you! There is also water and food for sale here, as well as popsicles. However, mobile phone signals are generally not available, so bring some cash in case. It’s actually better to bring your own food.
When you reach Chuanbiyan, you’re not far from the end. Walk a little further, about 2 kilometers, and you’ll reach the fourth beach in Xiyong, where you can exit and return. At this point, the hike through the Dongchong coastline is complete. Below is a strategy for equipment for hiking through Dongchong.
Summary: Dongyong Community Work Station → Guizaijiao → Chuanbiyan → Xiyong Beach → Return.
Equipment Strategy for Hiking
A day is enough to hike through Dongchong, so you only need to prepare equipment for a day trip. However, outdoor hiking has certain requirements for clothing, especially for routes like this coastal line that are undeveloped and have complex road conditions, slippery, uneven, and some places require climbing. So, what should you wear and bring when you hike through Dongchong?
Clothing recommendations for hiking through Dongchong: Backpack, knee pads, wrist guards, sports casual wear, sports shoes are best to be non-slip, sun hat, sunglasses if needed, sun mask neck gaiter, casual long-sleeved or short-sleeved shirts, short-sleeved shirts need to bring ice silk sleeves, gloves as needed, casual sports pants, quick-drying and breathable is recommended, denim is not recommended, sports shoes or hiking shoes. High heels, slippers, leather shoes, and skirts are prohibited.
Other suggestions: Power bank, camera, walkie-talkie, whistle, compass; band-aids, Yunnan Baiyao, hydrogen peroxide, peppermint oil, ten drops of water, etc., and personal medication.
Dry Food Suggestions for Hiking
The Dongchong coastline is a natural scenic area that is not yet developed. There are only basic supplies along the way, and they are also quite expensive. Therefore, people usually bring their own dry food when hiking through Dongchong. Also, you will be exercising a lot, and you need to replenish fluids, minerals, and recover your strength. The following is a reference for dry food.
Dry food suggestions: Beef jerky, endless chicken wings, eight-treasure porridge, bread (moist), sausage, pickled vegetables, spicy strips, chocolate, self-heating lunch boxes, etc.
Fruit suggestions: Oranges, tangerines, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, jujubes, etc., fruits that are not easily crushed.
Drinking water suggestions: 1.5L+ mineral water, functional drinks.
Bring only as much as you need to avoid carrying too much weight and tiring yourself out. It is strongly recommended that you bring your own garbage bags and take your own garbage with you. Do not throw it on the road. Protect the environment, so the beauty of Dongchong can always be there.
Returning from Dongchong
After hiking through Dongchong, if you are driving, simply return by the same route you came. The bus line is m232. Walk 1.9 kilometers from the 4th beach in Xiyong to Heshu Village Station and take the bus. Take 4 stops and 16 minutes to get off at Nanya Center Station and transfer to E11 to return. Or, you can also take m232 from Heshu Village Station to Shuitou Market and transfer to Dapeng Holiday Special Line 4 to return to the city.
Friendly Tips
1. The E11 line is usually packed during holidays, so it is recommended to get on at the starting station, as there are almost no seats available at other stops. If you cannot get on the bus when you return, you can share a ride back to the city.
2. The road conditions for hiking through Dongchong are complex. Do not jump on rocks, as this can cause ankle sprains. Try to avoid slippery areas near the beach to prevent falls.
3. If you accidentally sprain your ankle and have difficulty walking, you can call a speedboat to take you to Xiyong Beach, usually costing tens of yuan per person.
4. Try to go with someone else. Do not take pictures while walking, and do not walk while taking pictures. Do not move around for the sake of a good angle for selfies.
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