Xiaohao Beach
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Xiapu's most famous sunset spot, where sand ripples and pools across the exposed mudflats glow gold in the setting sun.
Xiaohao lies on the southwest coast of Shajiang Town in Xiapu county. It is an open stretch of mixed sand and mud flats. When the tide goes out, it leaves branching sand ripples and pools that shine gold in the sunset. Fishermen gathering shellfish and carrying loads across the sand make the classic "golden mudflat" scene. The best time to shoot is on a day when the tide is out at sunset. Photograph the overall ripples from a hillside viewpoint, or go down onto the flats for silhouettes of people. The nearby Zhujiang Island and Yacheng Bay can be visited on the same trip. Getting there: about 40 minutes' drive from Xiapu county town. Public transport is limited. Local villagers may charge a small parking or photography guide fee. Wear non-slip rain boots to walk on the flats, and watch the tide times to avoid being cut off by rising water.
Opening hours
Open all day (sunset is best)