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Wuxi Hongchiba (Red Pool Dam) Tourism Area
4A Tourism Area

Wuxi Hongchiba (Red Pool Dam) Tourism Area

巫溪红池坝景区

Chongqing, Wuxi·31.7975°N, 119.1566°E
Ticket Price
CNY 50, students CNY 25
Duration
2 hours

About Wuxi Hongchiba (Red Pool Dam) Tourism Area

Famous for its serene lake scenic area, this spot offers boating, fishing, and lakeside walks in Chongqing.

Highlights

• High-altitude alpine meadow and grassland with wildflower seas. • Cool summer pastures, rare cloud terraces, and the Three-Colored Pool. • Stargazing and autumn foliage.

Suggested Route

Drive the plateau loop, stop at the meadows, the color pools, and the viewing deck; allow half a day.

Food & Lodging

Highland lamb and farm meals; stay at plateau guesthouses or Wuxi.

Facilities

Parking, restrooms, camping areas, and a visitor center.
Travel Tips

Check for special exhibitions or cultural performances. Some areas may require additional tickets.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November)

🏮Golden Week alert: May 1-5 and Oct 1-7 are China's biggest travel peaks — top attractions sell out days ahead. Book tickets the moment they open.

⏰Many museums and palaces close on Mondays (e.g. Forbidden City, National Museum). Plan around it.

Location

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Buying tickets as a foreign visitor

• Most 5A/4A sites require real-name registration — bring your passport.

• Tickets often must be booked in advance online — peak season & holidays sell out quickly.

• Some remote or border-area sites have entry restrictions for foreign visitors — check before you travel.

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Opening Hours

08:30-17:00 (last entry 16:00)

Getting There

In Wuxi County; from Chongqing long-distance bus to Wuxi (~5 hr) then bus ~50 km to Hongchiba; drive via G6911.

Reservation

No mandatory booking; tickets on-site/online.

Ticket Price

CNY 50 (≈ $7.0), students CNY 25 (≈ $3.5)

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
巫溪红池坝景区

31.7975, 119.1566

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