Daoxianghu Scenic Area Fitness Trail
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Overview: Located beside Daoxianghu Lake in northwest Haidian District, this 2.4-kilometer circular rubberized trail loops around a 600-mu natural lake and rice fields. Connecting scenic spots like the Qicai Lotus Pond and an intangible cultural heritage exhibition center, it features "farming experience + natural leisure" and is suitable for family outings, casual walks, and intangible cultural heritage study tours.
Transportation Guide:
Public Transport: Take Subway Line 16 to Daoxianghu (稻香湖) Station, exit from Exit A. From there, it is a 10-minute taxi ride, or take Bus Route 330 to Daoxianghu Station and walk 8 minutes.
Driving: Navigate to "Daoxianghu Park" (稻香湖公园). The parking lot to the right of the entrance is close to the children's playground, and the bridge-side parking lot is near the lotus pond—both are free of charge. Parking spaces are limited on weekends; arrive before 10:00 for best availability.
Travel Tips:
Weekend slots for intangible cultural heritage workshops are limited, so reservations are recommended in advance.
The Hot Spring Castle is crowded on weekends; weekdays or visits after 17:00 are recommended.
Opening Hours: Open year-round, 24 hours a day.
Qinghe Waterfront Green Corridor
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Overview: Located in the heart of Haidian's "Three Hills and Five Gardens" area, this greenway runs along the Qinghe River for approximately 2.5 kilometers. Combining "royal elegance with ecological wetlands", it connects waterside boardwalks, Jingxi Rice Fields, Huifang Bridge, and other scenic spots. Black swans and pink muhly grass are commonly seen, making it ideal for birdwatching, cycling, and night photography.
Transportation Guide:
Bus: Take Bus Route 623 to Shucun Stop (树村站), then walk 1 kilometer to the West Gate.
Driving: Navigate to Qinghe Zhizhou – Ground Parking Lot (清河之洲-地上停车场).
Travel Tips:
The boardwalk is dimly lit at night. Visitors are advised to bring flashlights. The rice paddies are most scenic from April to May and September to October. During other seasons, visitors can enjoy the sea of flowers.
Opening Hours: Open year-round, 24 hours a day.
Nansha River Waterfront Green Corridor
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Overview: Located in northern Haidian District, this 7.2-kilometer greenway connects three waterways, including the Nansha River and Zhoujiaxiang Ditch. It features scenic spots such as Cuihu Wetland and the 100-meter Mountain-Viewing Bridge, making it ideal for bird-watching, cycling, and sunset viewing.
Transportation Guide:
Public Transport:
Take Subway Line 16 to Yongfeng Station, exit from Exit A, then take Bus Route 575 to Shangzhuang Reservoir South Station (上庄水库南站), then walk 5 minutes.
Or take Subway Line 16 to Daoxianghu Lu Station, exit from Exit C, then cycle 1 kilometer.
You may also take Bus Route 575 or 330 directly to Shangzhuang Reservoir South Station.
Driving:
Navigate to Daoxianghu Natural Wetland Park Parking Lot (稻香湖公园停车场) or Jimei Furnishings (Shangzhuang Road Branch).
Travel Tips:
Cuihu Wetland Park opens only from April to October and requires advance reservation on its official website.
Rice fields are at their best from April to May and September to October, while lotus flowers and reeds can be enjoyed in other seasons.
Opening Hours:
Open year-round, 24 hours a day.
