Shenzhen Autumn and Winter Travel Guide: 10 Secret Bald Cypress Spots You Absolutely Can't Miss!!

Who says there’s no winter in Shenzhen? Starting from late December, the bald cypresses weave a limited-time romance in red, yellow, and green—2 kilometers of colorful forest belts, fiery reflections on the lake, caramel-colored secret spots hidden in the wetlands... Here are 10 viewing locations to capture Shenzhen’s gentle colors this winter through your lens～ 🌳 TOP 5 Must-Visit Spots: Even beginners can shoot stunning photos 1. Honghu Park The “top star” of Shenzhen’s bald cypresses! Nearly 2 kilometers of forest belt stretches along the lakeside, from emerald green to orange-red to caramel, like a spilled palette. Exit A of Honghu Station on Metro Line 7 is right there. At dusk, the sunset filters through the branches, casting golden patterns on the ground. Wearing a beige coat and walking on the boardwalk, every snap looks like a movie still. 2. Fairy Lake Botanical Garden Fiery red bald cypresses perfectly match the lake water! The trees on the shore look like paintbrushes dipped in color, casting shadows on the lake, red with passion and warmth. Exit C of Xianhu Road Station on Metro Lines 2/8, then head toward Hongfa Temple inside the garden. The bald cypresses along the way hide beside bamboo groves, blending Zen vibes with autumn charm. 3. Taihua Wutong Island The caramel color by the ecological lakeside is irresistibly soothing! The bald cypresses here are short, allowing you to touch the branches up close. The ground is covered with fallen needles like a carpet. Take a taxi for 10 minutes from Exit D of Gushu Station on Metro Line 1. There are white benches in the park; sitting on one with the bald cypresses as your background makes for fresh and photogenic shots. 4. Lianhua Mountain Park · Yangri Lake A must-visit for artsy youth! Bald cypresses grow around the lake shore, contrasting with the distant city skyline, combining natural wildness with urban gentleness. Exit D/E of Lianhuacun Station on Metro Lines 3/10, walk along the lakeside, find a tree with a good shape, use the lake’s reflection as the foreground, and shoot horizontally with your phone to maximize the atmosphere. 5. Sihai Park A poetic combination of ancient pavilions and bald cypresses! The pavilions are nestled among colorful forests. Wearing traditional Hanfu and standing in the pavilion, the red walls and black tiles paired with red and yellow leaves look like stepping out of an ancient painting. Exit A of Sihai Station on Metro Line 12. After 3 PM, the light is softest, with sunlight filtering through the branches onto the pavilion columns, creating stunning light and shadow effects. 📍 Other Hidden Gems: Fewer crowds, wild scenery for you to choose from - Honghualing Park: A large forest of golden yellow and green, reachable by transferring to a bus at Shangjing Station on Metro Line 16. Great for kids to run and play, with leaves crunching underfoot. - Central Park: Bald cypresses arranged neatly, hidden among lawns and streams. Exit A1 of Huaxin Station on Metro Line 3. Find a patch of grass, lay down a cloth, and enjoy a picnic while admiring the view. - Litchi Park: The lake stretches the shadows of the bald cypresses long. A 5-minute walk from Hongling Station on Metro Lines 3/9. Early mornings are quiet, perfect for enjoying the peaceful lake reflections alone. - Dashanpi Park: The lakeside greenway feels like a fairy tale tunnel, with yellow, red, and green intertwined. A 10-minute taxi ride from Jinlong Station on Metro Line 14. Comfortable for cycling or walking. - Enshang Reservoir: Small in scale but full of ambiance. Bald cypresses by the reservoir paired with distant mountains. Walk uphill from Exit C of Haishan Station on Metro Lines 2/8. Ideal for friends who enjoy light hiking. 📸 Photography Tips: Double your chances of great shots - Timing: The best time is one hour before sunset! The light turns warm golden, making the reds and yellows of the bald cypresses more vivid, and shadows lengthen. Portraits get a natural soft light filter. - Outfit: Warm colors (caramel, brick red, beige) match best. Avoid cool tones (blue, black) to prevent clashing with the scenery. Wear a knit hat or scarf to add winter vibes. - Angles: Shoot trees and sky from a low angle to avoid crowds; shoot reflections by the lake for layered compositions; pick up a bald cypress leaf and place it in front of the lens for a natural foreground, creating a dreamy and romantic effect. Shenzhen’s bald cypresses are the gentle secret of winter—without the harsh cold of the north, but with brilliance that rivals autumn. January to February is the best viewing period. Pick a weekend, follow this list to check in, and let the caramel-colored romance fill your winter social feed～