The most romantic thing in summer is camping.

Look at the moon under the stars, barbecuing on the grass, dancing in the sunset, and singing by the campfire.

Without the heat of the day, the summer night is cool and quiet.

Go to Chongming, set up a tent, or live in an RV.

Watch the meteor and listen to the cicadas.

So, what exactly can we do when camping?

Before night comes, you can:

01 Enjoy the Dense Forest

Chongming has the largest plain man-made forest in East China. In addition, the three islands of Chongming now have 480,000 mu of forest, with a forest coverage rate of 27.4%. More than a quarter of the city's forests are in Chongming. The air here is clean and quiet, the climate is pleasant, and the content of negative oxygen ions is high. Compared with the urban area, the temperature here is relatively low. It is a summer resort.

02 Pick Fresh Fruit

There are many fruit and vegetable cooperatives in Chongming. It is a sweet and happy thing to pick seasonal fruits when you come here in summer. At this time, Chongming's Cuiguan Pears, grapes, peaches, etc. are ripened. Come to pick them.

03Eat Special Food

Chongming has a lot of special food because of its geographical advantages. The most coveted are clear water crabs in this season, and the Sorghum Dochna which tastes like sugar cane.

04WatchBeautiful Sunset

The setting sun in summer is the most beautiful of the four seasons, which is particularly warm and amazing against the temperature in the day. Sitting in your tent and leaning on your lover, you can enjoy the moment that belongs to you two. It's really beautiful.

When night comes, you can:

05Count Stars in the Sky

It is said that this year's starry sky is more beautiful than ever before, and the moon is super bright these days. So, enjoying the starry sky is a must for camping. Maybe you can even see some meteors in the brightest sky.

06DanceBriskly

The atmosphere of a summer night is lit by music and dance. A bonfire party is a must for camping. Shake with the music, and your troubles disappear instantly. With Chongming's roasted whole lamb, it is a paradise for diners.

07Listen to the Sweet Voice

After the excitement, you may lie in your quiet tent and let your mind close to nature. Chongming has a good ecological environment. Late at night, you can hear the singing of cicadas, frogs, and egrets, like a wonderful concerto.

If you are interested, you can watch the charming sunrise when you wake up early the next morning. What a perfect experience!

So where can I do these things? Here are a bunch of good places for you! Add them to your favorites.

01 Changxing Island Country Park

The first choice for camping is Changxing Island Country Park, the first country park in Chongming District boasting blue sky, white clouds, and green lawn. And most importantly, your pet dogs can be brought here. Setting up a tent and a grill to start your camping, you may enjoy the delicious food, the beautiful scenery, and the happy hours. Let’s go camping this summer!

Address: No. 199, Qiuguan Road (near the east of Fenghuang Road), Changxing Island, Chongming District

Admission: free ticket to the country park (20 yuan for the Coral Pavilion and 20 yuan for the Ancient Stone Pavilion)

Tel.: 021-31836888

Opening hours: 08:30-17:00 from May 1 to October 31; 09:00-16:30 from November 1 to April 30;

The park will be closed at 15:30 in the non-peak season (November to April), and at 16:00 in the peak season (May to October).

02 Dongtan Wetland Park

During the Dongtan Wetland Camping Festival, a series of activities, such as searching for Chinese alligators in the wetland at night, watching the starry sky, enjoying barbecues, and watching the sunrise will be organized, in a bid to bring tourists and their families a summer fun. Go for the most beautiful sunrise in Chongming if you wake up in the fantasy of your dream.

Address: Windmill, Dongwang Avenue, Chenjia Town, Chongming District

Tel.: 021-39367000

Admission: 50 yuan

Opening hours: 9:00-16:30 from Tuesday to Sunday

03 Dongping National Forest Park

Lying northwest of Dongping National Forest Park is the largest barbecue camping base in East China. You may set up a colorful tent on the green lawn, count the stars before sleeping, wake up in the morning with the birds singing, and experience the free mood of returning to simplicity in the morning light of the forest. What a colorful vacation! It also offers RV accommodation, a fresh new camping experience.

Address: No. 2188, Beiyan Road, Chongming District

Tel.: 021-59338333

Admission: 70 yuan for adults and 35 yuan for children

Camping fee: 100 yuan/tent, 10 yuan with your tent

04 Gaojiazhuang Ecological Park

You have already experienced the yurt in Gaojia Manor? Then, try the tent. Lying on the grass and looking up at the starry sky, all the worries are gone. In your spare time, you can have a cup of coffee, and admire the beauty of the lake, flowers, and the surrounding area. You can go angling, row kayaking, ride balance bikes and participate in other special activities in the park. Just enjoy the fresh food and have fun.

Address: No. 999, Gangdong Road, Gangxi Town, Chongming District

Tel.: 021-59670788

Admission: 60 yuan

Opening Hours: 8:00-17:00

05 Pearl LakeSwan Garden

RV Camping in the Pearl Lake Swan Garden is available again. In addition to camping, you can have a nameplate-tearing game with your friends, experience the mysterious and unique African culture, get close contact with nature in the outdoor classes, taste the barbecue food you cook, and enjoy the unique slow life. At night, let the campfire ignite the passion of summer and release enthusiasm and vigor!

Address: No. 777, Sanhua Road, Luhua Town, Chongming District

Tel.: 021-39633666

06 Xilai Farm

You must have never camped in the sea of roses. With the rich rose fragrance, dreams become sweet. The farm sponsors parent-child activities, such as parent-child high tea, sports meeting, nostalgic childhood games, farming culture experience, etc. You can also stay in a special tent, taste organic farm food, sing at a bonfire party, and feel the coolness of the summer night with music and dance.

Address: 525 Baohu Road, Lugang Village, Luhua Town, Chongming District

Tel.: 021 - 59353399

Camping is the easiest way to get close to nature.

Inviting some friends or taking your kids, let’s leave the noisy city and play among the green mountains and green waters.

With the blue sky as the curtain and the earth as the bed, let’s enjoy the idyllic happiness that has gradually disappeared from our minds since our childhood.

Have you got all the campsites in Chongming?