Strategy || Jiudaotan, the first of the five major waterfalls in Qinhuangdao

Nine-way cylinder

Located in the northeast corner of Banchang Valley, it is the first of the five major waterfalls in Qinhuangdao. The total drop from the first tank to the ninth tank is 126 meters. The ninth tank is the largest with a drop of 69 meters.

There are two viewing routes in Jiudaotan. The stone path on the right leads to Waterfall.

The water of the waterfall flows down the mountain in a ladder shape. Each level forms a pool due to the water hitting it all year round. It is shaped like a tank. There are nine levels in total, so it is named "Nine Paths Tank". Tanks one to eight are all on it. During the wet season, the waterfall has a huge flow of water and a rumbling sound, forming a water curtain of two to three meters wide.

In the hot summer, there is a cool breeze here, and the water vapor blown by the wind hits the body and face. It is moist and cool, making people forget their sorrows and worries.

But at the same time, we also remind tourists and friends to pay attention to protecting the ecological environment! Under the waterfall, I saw many children throwing plastic bottles into the pool, and there were also a lot of food bag garbage in the surrounding grass.

The broken bridge on the left that was damaged by water is the only way to Shijian Gorge and the crater.

This row of stone walls with square edges and thousands of feet is one of the five highlights of the scenic spot, the "Billion Year Crater", also known as the "Shijian Gorge".

On both sides of this road, there are many wild mulberries and apricots. The apricots are not ripe yet, but a lot of the mulberries are quite ripe. They are super sweet, but my hands are turning purple after picking them. Haha, be careful when picking!

There is only one farmhouse at the entrance of the scenic spot. Although the selection is a little small, the price is reasonable and the taste is very good. The roasted whole lamb is tender and fragrant. It is worth recommending!

Personal taste recommendations: Fried pepper sprouts, steamed braised seeds, scrambled eggs with scallions (wild green onions), roasted whole lamb, and lamb soup, all are super delicious.

ps. If you want to eat roasted whole lamb, remember to make a reservation in advance.

The location of Jiudaotan is relatively easy to find. Search "Jiudaotan Waterfall" on the map APP and follow the navigation. Just pass the camp.

The driving distance is not too far, and the road conditions are not bad. It is basically the newly built highway around the Great Wall. However, there is usually a period of congestion when passing through Shimenzhai, so everyone should plan their time accordingly.

Tickets: 50 yuan/person, parking fee is additional. Please inquire at the scenic spot ticket office for details.