Enshi Hefeng Avoidance Gorge Travel Guide (Tickets + Ferry Fees + Weather) Precautions for Avoiding Flash Floods in the Gorge

Enshi Hefeng Refuge Gorge is known as Mainland China’s version of Semporna because the water here is so clear that people riding a canoe can float like a leaf on the water with clear bottom. , just like a dream world, let me share with you detailed travel strategies and guides.

Enshi Hefeng Avoiding Gorge Travel Guide

It takes *** four hours to get to Hefeng County from Enshi. After arriving, we contacted the local people we had found on Mafengwo. , transfer to his Wuling Shenqi to go to Pingshan to avoid the gorge. The round trip costs 400 yuan for two people (the bus fare is 200 yuan, the boat fare is 200 yuan). I went to the locals because the scenic spot has not been developed yet, and the local government has set up checkpoints to control it, so there is no charge. There are no tickets, but cars outside are not allowed in.

By the way, Brother Wang also took us to eat a bowl of local "pizi" before leaving. I found that I really fell in love with the local food, it was so in line with my taste.

It is another hour of mountain road from Hefeng County to Pingshan. During this hour, I did not fall asleep like I did four hours ago when Enshi came to Hefeng. In fact, it was not because the mountain road was too exciting. The closer I got to my destination. The roads became more pristine, especially after passing the checkpoint where foreign cars were not allowed to enter and only local villagers could enter. Our car bumped and danced up and down the mud and stone path with nine twists and turns, and there was no guardrail next to it. of the cliff.

Seeing that I was taking photos and recording, the considerate Brother Wang allowed me to sit from the back row to the passenger seat. This time, my field of vision was wider and I was more frightened. I was so scared when I sat in the front row. I dare not hold on to the seat belt tightly with both hands and dare not continue taking pictures.

I really admire the local people. I drive past places like this every day, let alone on muddy rainy days and at night when there are no street lights.

After finally arriving without any danger, the car stopped at the door of a rural bungalow. Here you need to rent rain boots to prepare for walking the last few kilometers. A pair of rain boots costs ten yuan, so you need to prepare cash. You must rent rain boots, not only because the mountain road you have to walk on is too muddy, but also when you take the boat into the canyon later, you will need to enter the water in many places - the water is up to your knees.

If the previous part of the drive was full of difficulties and dangers, then this part of the mountain road that you have to walk on your own is even more difficult. It is not only muddy, but also slippery and difficult to walk because there are many places without support. I almost slipped every time, and I broke out in a sweat during the difficult 10-20 minutes journey. So everyone must come on a sunny day. I am not exaggerating. It is difficult to walk like this without rain. It would be too dangerous to walk at all on a rainy day. Later, we asked Brother Wang to use tree branches to make crutches for us so that we could walk better. In order to look good in taking photos, I wore a beautiful little skirt that day, but before I even took the photo, I threw all the mud off my skirt (I threw my hands up helplessly). Later I learned that there is another road on the other side of the mountain, which is easier to walk but much further.

There are mountains and rivers with no way out, and there are dark willows and bright flowers in one village after another. When I finally arrived and saw the scene in front of me, I just want to say that all the hard work ahead was worth it! This is simply the paradise described by Tao Yuanming. Surrounded by jungles on both sides, the cliffs stand tall. The water in the lake is rippling and crystal clear. If there is direct sunlight, the boat floating on the water will appear to be suspended in space. It is known as the "spaceship". This kind of beauty is not an internet celebrity-style check-in taking pictures in front of famous scenic spots, but a 3D experience of immersing yourself in the scenery as you move around.

If it is clearer than the water in Shenyang Gorge, it is the cleanest water I have ever seen in China. It is so clear that there are no fish here. I really didn’t see any fish. Everyone looked at the beautiful suspended water. Push the boat into the middle of the water and just pat it casually. The water + sunshine here = wonderland.

We arrived in Enshi from Chongqing and then carpooled for three hours to Hefeng. We then found a local guide and drove to the mountain in less than an hour. Because it has not been developed yet, no tickets are required. Only cars in that place are allowed. Cars from other places cannot enter

There is a gate at the door that requires registration. The road down the mountain is really difficult to walk. If it rains, it will probably be even harder, but it is not that tiring to go back up the mountain.

Be sure to pay attention to sun protection on sunny days when the sun is very strong. The water below is of varying depths, and the water below can cover your shoes. The depth is seven to eight meters, so you must rent rain boots. The water below is very cool and shallow. Come down and walk, so the whole journey is to get off and on the boat

It has to be done 4/5 times. If you don’t want your clothes to get wet, wear shorts. A long skirt will definitely get wet and a short skirt will be no better. It’s best not to look like If I fall down while carrying a heavy load, I will get water all over my body.

The B&B we stayed in this time was also very unique. We went to Fungus Mountain the next day and saw the Sea of ??Clouds in the morning. I wrote another article. I felt the simplicity and enthusiasm of the people here in the past two days, and I felt conscience all the way. The price is really reasonable, and my impression of Hubei people has been greatly improved. On the way back, the driver who shared the car originally wanted to see other people off first, but because he was afraid that we would be pressed for time on the train, he sent us to the train station first.

Recent news related to the Hefeng Avoiding Gorge in Enshi

China News Service, Enshi, August 5

(Dong Xiaobin) According to Hefeng Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture in Enshi, Hubei Province According to official news from Feng County, a flash flood occurred in Hefeng Shengxia Gorge due to heavy rain on the evening of the 4th, killing 7 people and leaving more than 10 people trapped. Rescue is still continuing.

At 18:20 on August 4, 2019, the Hefeng County 110 Command Center received an alarm, saying that more than 30 people were trapped on site in Yanzi Township to avoid rising rivers in the gorge. After receiving the alarm, the local area quickly organized police, firefighting and other rescue forces to rush to the scene to carry out rescue operations.

Enshi Detachment of Hubei Provincial Fire Rescue Corps quickly dispatched 14 vehicles and 68 people from Hefeng, Laifeng, Xuanen, and Special Service Squadrons to the scene for disposal. Yichang City Fire Rescue Detachment Mountain Rescue Team and Jingzhou City The fire rescue detachment satellite communication command vehicle rushed to the scene for reinforcements.

After the incident, Hefeng County fully carried out rescue work. The main leaders of the Enshi Prefecture Party Committee and the Prefecture Government quickly led the public security, fire protection, emergency management, health and other departments and medical experts to the scene to guide the rescue and treatment of the wounded.

According to preliminary information, as of about 23:00 that day, 7 people were killed, 38 people were rescued, and more than 10 people were trapped, with no life-threatening danger, and rescue operations are still in progress.

The Avoiding Gorge is located in Pingshan Village, Rongmei Town, Hefeng County. It is a natural moat for the Rongmei Chieftain's Mansion with a history of hundreds of years. It was named because it facilitated Rongmei Chieftain's escape. The canyon is 18 kilometers long, with cliffs on both sides. It is an undeveloped scenic spot, but because of its beautiful scenery, people have been exploring the canyon.

On July 24 this year, six units including the Office of the Hefeng County Flood Control and Drought Relief Headquarters, the Hefeng County Public Security Bureau, and the Hefeng County Culture and Tourism Bureau jointly issued documents regarding the unfinished business of the Pingshan Scenic Area. The development area is under closed management, and any vehicle or individual is strictly prohibited from entering the undeveloped area of ??Pingshan without authorization.

Netizen comments:

To be honest, I went there last year and regretted it after I went there. The scenery was not very special, but it was really, really dangerous. I didn’t consider flash floods at the time, and Inside, there is a pool that is so clear that it looks like it is as deep as one person. The wild guide uses a raft with about ten people on it. The walls on both sides of the canyon cannot move out of the way of the rafts coming in and out, so they come here to pull them over. I was so worried at that time that I didn’t know how many people had died

I wanted to go to this place last time I was in Enshi. When I arrived, I found out that it was a scenic spot that hadn’t even been opened yet, but there was so much publicity on the Internet that it took me so long to get there. It must be very disappointing to be told that you can’t go, so I think the publicity information must be complete. This is very important. For scenic spots that are really not open, you must not take the risk. Hope you are safe

Self-rescue methods in the event of flash floods< /p>

In mountainous areas, if there is a sudden heavy rain, the amount of water in the river will increase rapidly, and flash floods may easily occur. Flash floods are sudden and explosive.

When walking and resting in mountainous areas, you should always pay attention to abnormal changes around the site and the escape routes and self-rescue methods you can choose. Once an abnormal situation occurs, quickly evacuate the scene.

1. When threatened by floods, people should quickly move to hillsides and high places in an organized manner.

2. When suddenly hit by a flash flood, stay calm, don’t panic, and evacuate as quickly as possible. When leaving the scene, you should choose the nearest safe route and run laterally along the hillside. Never run down the hillside or downstream along the valley exit.

3. Flash floods flow quickly and rise quickly. Do not swim and move easily to prevent being washed away by flash floods. When flash floods occur, attention should also be paid to preventing injuries from landslides, rolling rocks, and mudslides.

4. When you are suddenly besieged by a flood on a high hill, a platform or a solid residential building with a solid foundation, in a hilly environment, whether you are alone or with many people, as long as you stay in an orderly manner and wait for rescue or The siege can be rescued after the flash floods that rise and fall sharply subside.

5. If you are caught off guard and are trapped by floods on a low-lying stream bank, ridge or wooden structure house, and the situation is critical, if you have communication facilities, you can use communication tools to notify the local government and flood control department Report the flood situation and trapped situation, and seek rescue; if there is no communication condition, you can create fireworks, wave brightly colored clothes back and forth, or collectively call for help. At the same time, boats, rafts, door panels, wooden beds and other drifting objects should be used as much as possible for water transfer.

6. If you find that the high-voltage power line tower is skewed, the wire is hanging down or broken, stay away from danger and do not touch or approach it to prevent electric shock.

7. After the flood, we must do a good job in health and epidemic prevention, pay attention to drinking water hygiene, food hygiene, and avoid the occurrence of infectious diseases.

Residents in plain areas and low-lying areas who have no time to move are often vulnerable to flooding or siege. If you encounter this situation, the usually effective methods are:

1. Arrange for the family to move to the roof and try to stabilize their emotions.

2. Try every means to send out a call for help and get in touch with the outside world as soon as possible in order to receive timely rescue.

3. Use drift objects such as bamboo and wood to escort family members to nearby tall buildings or safer places