Yequgou Scenic Area
野趣沟
A forest valley scenic area at the northern foot of Guishan, famous for dark-cave rafting, wild bathing, and forest trails. It is a popular place for Heyuan residents to play in the water on weekends.
Yequgou lies about 10 km along Guishan Tourism Avenue in Yuancheng District, at the northern foot of the main peak of Da Guishan, roughly 10 km from Heyuan city center. It covers about 5 square kilometers with very high forest cover. The scenic area centers on Yeya Lake and features rafting (fast-water rafting, shaded-river rafting, and dark-cave rafting departing from the shore of Yeya Lake), wild bathing in streams, wooden boardwalk adventures, and bonfire parties. Opening hours are 08:30 to 17:30, with last entry at 17:00. Adult admission is about 45 yuan, and a combo ticket including dark-cave rafting is about 108 yuan. Children under 1.2 meters and visitors over 70 are admitted free. Prices are subject to on-site confirmation. Before rafting, put your phone and car keys in a waterproof bag or check them in. Take a taxi or drive from the city center.
Opening hours
08:30–17:30 (last entry 17:00)