Plan at a glance
The river and places to visit
The Heishui River flows through Daxin County, with river-valley scenery around Naling, Shangli and Anping. Heishui River Scenic Area is around the S316 road in Naling Township. The core of Heishui River Tourism Resort is in Shangli Village, Leiping Town, while Dongnayuwan is in Anping Village, also in Leiping. Each has its own entrance and boat products.
Time and costs
Allow around 1–3 hours, depending on the boat trip and stops you choose. Heishui River Scenic Area is listed as free to enter, while boat trips may cost extra. Before buying a boat ticket, ask where you board and disembark, whether you return to the original pier and whether transfers cost extra.
Tickets and visit details
View visit options for this attraction and confirm the visit date and current arrangements before you go.
Choose your visit
River-valley scenery
Around Na'an, the river runs among karst peaks and fields. Hills along the river have names such as Moon Mountain and Blade Peak. When the water is calm, the mountains reflect in it. Riverbanks and reachable viewpoints depend on what is open on the day.
See the hills from the water
Some travel listings describe a round-trip boat ride lasting about one hour at Heishui River Scenic Area in Naling Township. Check whether this service is currently available before planning your visit. Heishui River Tourism Resort in Shangli Village has its own water-based sightseeing activities. Confirm the meeting point, route and ticket arrangements separately for each place.
Village scenery
Villages and fields line the Heishui River. You can observe rural life from village roads where public access is allowed. Places such as Shangli and Na'an are separated by road, so check routes and parking before planning stops.
For a meal or overnight stay, look for farm restaurants and guesthouses around Shangli and Datun. River fish and five-color glutinous rice are local dishes to look for; ask the business about availability and prices.
For the border waterfall in Daxin, see Detian Transnational Waterfall Scenic Area.
For countryside and raft rides around Mingshi Village, see Mingshi Rural.
Build your day
Heishui River Scenic Area boat trip
Before heading to Heishui River Scenic Area on S316 in Naling Township, you can call 0771-3622599 to ask where to buy tickets, whether boats are running, the price and the boarding point. Board at the designated pier, return to the starting point as arranged by the operator, then collect your car and leave.
If choosing a boat trip in Shangli, Leiping Town, contact the Shangli Visitor Service Center first to check departures, boarding and disembarkation points, and the return journey. Shangli Village and S316 in Naling are different navigation destinations. When booking, confirm the scenic area, pier and return arrangements for your product.
See the valley without a boat
If you are not taking a boat, make a short stop at a viewpoint around Na'an or Shangli where parking is confirmed to be permitted. Check whether local roads and viewpoints are open. Do not park on bends, bridges or narrow shoulders.
When traveling from Mingshi Rural or Detian, plan to reach a confirmed parking place first, then choose the next stop according to road conditions. Roads between villages, piers and sights do not necessarily follow the river continuously; use current navigation and road signs.
Get there
Choose the right destination
Heishui River Scenic Area in Naling Township is around S316 in Daxin County; Shangli Visitor Service Center is in Leiping Town. For a Shangli boat trip, search for “大新县雷平镇上利游客服务中心” and confirm the day's boarding point with the operator.
Driving and returning
Places along the Heishui River are spread out. Drive yourself or book a private car with a driver to the entrance you have confirmed. With a private driver, agree on the pickup point after the boat trip; information on public transport and local transfers is limited, so check available services before departure.
Know before you go
Boat safety
Choose a licensed operator and confirm the trip duration, price and life jackets before departure. Do not stand up or lean out of the boat. A waterproof pouch can protect your phone and documents; high water and heavy rain may stop services.
Photography and breaks
Morning and evening light is softer, although glare from the water can still be strong. Bring a hat and drinking water. Restaurants and toilets are unevenly distributed along valley roads, so consider packing simple food and drinks at your departure point for a longer stop.
Riverbanks and the border area
Riverbanks, piers and stone steps can be slippery after rain. Stay away from unprotected edges. Carry identification and follow border-management rules in controlled areas along the route.