Shajiang S-Bend
沙江S湾
A natural S-shaped tidal creek across the mudflats, lined with bamboo poles. It is one of Xiapu's most iconic scenes.
The Shajiang S-Bend lies near Shajiang Town, northeast of Xiapu county town. When the tide goes out, a tidal creek winds across the mudflats, forming a smooth S-shape. Bamboo poles set in the mudflats by fishermen, and fishing boats lined up along the creek, make strong linear patterns, and aerial shots from the hillside are among the most-used compositions in Xiapu's promotional photos. The best time to shoot is the middle to late ebb tide, around sunset, when the side light turns the mudflats golden. The viewpoint is on the roadside slope, a few minutes' walk from the car park. Photography groups are common on holidays, so arrive early to secure a spot. It is often combined with Beiqi (in the morning) and Xiaohao (in the evening) as a classic one-day mudflat route. Viewing is usually free or charges a small fee. Note: the tide determines the view. The S-shape is submerged at high tide, so check the tide times for the day in advance.
Opening hours
All day