Dongdahe Wetland Park in Jinning District, Kunming

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📍 Location & Getting There

Located in Jinning District (晋宁区), about an hour’s drive from Kunming city center, Dongda River Wetland Park is a peaceful retreat where water, wildlife, and wide-open skies meet.
🚗 By Car: Follow the Kunming–Yuxi Expressway to Jinning, then follow signs to the park.
🚌 By Public Transport: Take a bus or metro to Jinning District, then transfer to a local bus or taxi.

🌊 Nature & Scenic Highlights

Endless Wetland Wonders

Wander along wooden boardwalks through a patchwork of reed beds, rivers, and tranquil lakes. The water is crystal clear, the vegetation lush, and the air alive with birdsong.

Birdwatcher’s Paradise 🕊️

This is a top spot for bird lovers — home to elegant egrets (白鹭), mysterious night herons (夜鹭), cormorants (鸬鹚), and seasonal guests like red-billed gulls (红嘴鸥) and ruddy shelducks (赤麻鸭). Bring binoculars and a little patience, and you might spot something truly rare.

Luxe Camping with a View ⛺

The Ruiye Glamping Base (锐野轻奢露营基地) offers everything from themed RVs to cozy starry-sky tents. Here you can fall asleep to the sound of frogs and wake up to a horizon of morning mist over the water.

Wetland Cycling Trails 🚴

Hop on a bike and follow scenic paths that weave through the marshlands. The ride is easy, breezy, and packed with photo opportunities — especially at sunset.

🛎️ Visitor Tips

• Opening Hours: From early morning to late afternoon — go during daylight for the best experience.

• Admission: Free for the park; camping and bike rentals have separate fees.

• Best Seasons: Spring brings wildflowers and nesting birds; autumn offers golden reeds and cool breezes.

• Eco Etiquette: Stay on marked paths, don’t pick flowers or disturb wildlife, and keep a respectful distance when birdwatching.

🌟 Why You’ll Love It

Dongda River Wetland Park blends wild beauty with fun outdoor activities — from birdwatching to glamping and cycling. Whether you’re on a quick weekend getaway or a family nature trip, it’s the perfect way to slow down and breathe in a little more of Kunming’s natural magic.