Gudong Waterfall
古东瀑布
A cluster of stepped calcified waterfalls you can climb barefoot, with cool woodland streams, a popular summer water attraction near Guilin.
Gudong Waterfall lies south of Daxu town in Lingchuan County, beside the Guilin–Guanyan scenic road, about 25 km from downtown Guilin. Fed by underground springs, the water forms a series of calcified cascades along the valley. Visitors can wear the straw sandals and raincoats provided by the scenic area and climb upstream, which is its signature experience. The area also has forest trails, a maple grove, and a cable car. Admission is around several dozen yuan (confirm on site). Climbing gear must be rented separately, so bring a change of clothes. A visit takes about 3 hours, and it can be combined with Daxu Ancient Town on the same day.
Opening hours
About 08:00–17:30
Nearby sights
- Daxu Ancient Town
- Yuzi Paradise
- Yanshan Garden
- Zengpiyan Cave Site
- Tombs of the Jingjiang Princes
- Chuanshan Park
- Seven Star Park
- Nanxishan Park