Guide to camping in Guiyang during maple leaf season

It's maple leaf season again, the best time for camping. The most beautiful part of autumn is the interplay between the maple trees, moonlight, and chrysanthemums, which can be enjoyed to the fullest at campsites in Guiyang, capital of Southwest China's Guizhou province.

Ahahu National Wetland Park boasts picturesque autumn views. [Photo/WeChat account of Nanming district]

Ahahu National Wetland Park

This free national wetland park features river wetlands, herbaceous swamps, and karst caves.

Wutong Avenue, with its picturesque blend of red, orange, yellow, and green leaves, the tree-lined Fengyu Bridge in Dong village, and the Jiulong Pavilion, where you can witness the sunrise over the sea of clouds, all offer stunning autumn scenery.

Shilihetan Tourist Resort at Huaxi National City Wetland Park is an ideal place for birdwatchers, photographers, and fishing enthusiasts. [Photo/ddcpc website]

Shilihetan Tourist Resort

Huaxi National City Wetland Park, home to Shilihetan Tourist Resort, is a paradise for animals, with over 500 species inhabiting the park. It is an ideal place for birdwatchers, photographers, and fishing enthusiasts, with plenty of nearby dining and accommodation options.

Baihuahu Forest Park has more than 100 islands with dense forests and lush water plants. [Photo/WeChat account of Guanshanhu district]

Baihuahu Forest Park

For a hassle-free autumn experience, you can also visit Baihuahu Forest Park. Baihua Lake features over 100 small islands, offering a small taste of the charm to be found at Jiangnan water towns.

The natural beauty of the islands, dense forests, lush water plants and fresh air make the park a natural oxygen bar. With a drone, you can capture the mysterious red maple manors scattered across the lake.