Where to go camping and BBQ near Chenzhou

On weekends, many people like to go camping outdoors. So where are some good places for camping and BBQ near Chenzhou? See the main text for details. Below, we recommend some good places to go. Have fun!

G peak Reservoir

No exaggeration! G peak Reservoir is definitely the best place for camping, playing in the water, and taking kids out. It’s less than 1 hour from the city center, it’s not crowded, there are lots of things to do, and it’s free.

The riverbank is lined with lush lawns, and you can sometimes see sheep and cattle grazing by the river. Find a spot by the river, whether you set up an awning or just spread out a picnic blanket, it’s comfortable!

If you want to be a little more secluded, you can walk up the hill. There are flat lawns along the way, whether you want to camp by the lake or play in the water, you can find it here.

Address: G peak Reservoir, Suxian District

Navigate to 【G peak Reservoir】. SUVs with high ground clearance can drive directly to the lake, but sedans are not recommended. There are a lot of big vehicles, so pay attention to safety while driving.

Tip:

1. The water is deep and dangerous, and there are no basic facilities. Be careful when traveling.

2. Pay attention to mosquitoes and snakes.

3. It is recommended to bring your own food. There are farmhouses nearby.

4. Protect the environment, practice Leave No Trace camping, and please take all your trash with you.

Laiyangdong Reservoir

Laiyangdong Reservoir in Wugaishan, it’s not really a hidden gem anymore, but it’s practically empty! You can easily have the place to yourselves!

The campsite is on the small slope by the lake. Although it’s not big, it’s fresh and natural, and it’s comfortable to blow the mountain breeze~

It’s not really a scenic spot, and it hasn’t been fully developed. Its biggest charm is its natural, local, and unspoiled environment. But the downside is also obvious: there’s nothing to eat on the mountain, and resources are scarce, so you need to bring your own food, tablecloths, utensils, tents, drinking water, etc.

It’s recommended to drive ten minutes to LeYou Campsite for BBQ and camping. They now offer a small awning afternoon tea package, and you don’t even need to bring your own grill.

Address: LeYou Campsite, Wugaishan, Suxian District

First navigate to 【Laiyangdong Reservoir】 to see the scenery and take some pictures, then go to LeYou Campsite for a relaxing BBQ.

Tip:

1. The water is deep and dangerous, and there are no basic facilities. Be careful when traveling.

2. Pay attention to mosquitoes and snakes.

3. Protect the environment, please don’t litter.

4. Pay attention to fire safety, please don’t throw cigarette butts around.

Xingning Wetland Park

In addition to the above-mentioned less well-known places, Xingning Wetland Park in Zixing can be considered a small internet celebrity spot.

But according to friends who have been there, this place is really good, and you can take great photos anywhere.

This is the entrance of the Xingning River into the lake, the environment and scenery are very good, whether it’s camping, picnicking, playing in the water, or fishing, you can find it here!

Overall, although it’s not exactly a hidden gem, it’s really good for taking photos and checking in, and it’s not far from the Bailang Lake Loop Road. If you want to relax on the weekend, this is a good choice.

Address: Xingning Wetland Park

Navigate to 【Xingning River Entrance to the Lake Wetland Park】. It’s best not to drive into the wetland, the mud is soft and easy to get stuck. Find an empty spot on the side of the road to park.

Tip:

1. The water is deep and dangerous, and there are no basic facilities. Be careful when traveling.

2. Pay attention to mosquitoes and snakes.

3. It is recommended to bring your own food. There are farmhouses nearby.

4. Protect the environment, practice Leave No Trace camping, and please take all your trash with you.

Longweiping

Longweiping is also considered an internet celebrity spot in Chenzhou. However, after I went there a few times, I found that it’s worthy of the title of “internet celebrity”.

Because Longweiping is really photogenic! I highly recommend that everyone go take pictures wearing Hanfu, it’s really photogenic with the bamboo rafts!

Hidden deep in the woods, there’s a small lawn, quiet and secluded, it’s really suitable for camping!

Find a time to come here on the weekend and relax, there are no too many rules. Find a spot that you like and start playing with nature.

Address: Longweiping, Suxian District

Navigate to 【Longweiping】. You need to take a relatively narrow path, be careful when retracing your steps. Parking is charged (20 yuan/car, collected by local villagers). Bamboo rafts are charged per person, 10 yuan per person.

Tip:

1. Pay attention to mosquitoes and snakes.

2. You can bring your own food, there are farmhouses nearby.

3. Protect the environment, practice Leave No Trace camping, and please take all your trash with you.