Damo Populus Euphratica Forest
大漠胡杨林景区
A 4A-rated poplar scenic area on the edge of Dalaihubu Town, where waterside poplars, Poplar Island, and Torghut folk sites are concentrated, with fewer visitors than the main area.
Damo Populus Euphratica Forest Scenic Area is a separately ticketed national 4A-rated poplar scenic area in Ejina Banner. It lies south of Dalaihubu Town, about 4 km from Ejina Railway Station, and is not the same as the poplar forest tourist area from Yidao Bridge to Badao Bridge. Along the Ruo River, the park features waterside poplars, Poplar Island, Red Tamarisk Bay, a desert post station, and a Torghut family home. A viewing platform over 10 m high overlooks the forest, and the sunset-lit poplars and night-illuminated poplars are recommended photo spots. Visitor reports put the entry ticket at about 80 yuan and the shuttle bus at about 30 yuan, but please confirm the current announcement. Plan for half a day. There may be no shuttle after dark, so arrange your return in advance. When the main area is crowded in autumn, this is a nearby, quieter alternative.
Opening hours
Peak season approx. 07:00–19:00 (check scenic area announcements)
Nearby sights
- Ejina Museum
- Ejina Populus Euphratica Forest (Bridges 1 & 7)
- Ejina Populus Euphratica Forest (Bridges 2-4)
- Weird Forest (Dead Populus Forest)
- Badao Bridge & Badain Jaran Desert
- Hongcheng (Red Fort)
- Datongcheng Ruins
- Khara-Khoto Ruins