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The Hukou Waterfall Scenic Area
No. 4 of Best Things to Do in Shanxi

The Hukou Waterfall Scenic Area

8.5
4.7/5
22.7k reviews

The Hukou Waterfall Scenic Area is located in the Jin-Shaan Grand Canyon in the middle reaches of the Yellow River and is the Shanxi-side section for viewing Hukou Waterfall. As the Yellow River rushes here, its surface suddenly narrows from several hundred meters wide to just a few dozen meters. The water, laden with silt, churns and pours down like water being poured into a giant kettle, which is how the name "Hukou" (Kettle Mouth) came to be. This is a rare yellow waterfall on the Yellow River, with muddy waves surging skyward and a roar like thunder, displaying magnificent momentum. The attraction is located on the east side of the waterfall, where the bank is relatively low, allowing visitors to look up and take in the full panorama of the Yellow River plunging downward. Below the waterfall, mist rises and fills the air, appearing like smoke or clouds from afar and creating the wondrous sight known as "smoke rising from the water"; on clear days, sunlight refracts through the mist to form a rainbow arching across the river, called "rainbow reaching the heavens." Within the attraction, Dragon Cave is a natural stone cave; following the stone steps down leads to a viewing platform close to the waterfall, where you can look up as the river pours down from above—an ideal spot to feel the force of the waterfall up close. Downstream from the waterfall, the Ten-Mile Dragon Trough is a deep channel formed by the river's long-term erosion of the riverbed; in the dry season, the trough floor is wide and flat, and ancients once used this terrain to haul boats along the bank, leaving behind the unique scene known as "sailing on dry land." Further downstream is Mengmen Mountain, where two huge rocks in the river split the Yellow River in two before the streams merge again; carved on the rock face are the four characters "Wo Zhen Kuang Liu" (Resting Here, Quelling the Raging Flow). The view of Hukou Waterfall is distinctive in each of the four seasons. Every year between April and May, peach blossoms bloom and the ice melts, coinciding with the "March peach blossom flood," when the abundant water volume makes the waterfall particularly spectacular. From September to November, the air is crisp in fall, and rainbows often appear in the mist, a phenomenon known as the "Hukou fall wind." Water volume is greater in spring and fall, and the sound of the water striking the rocks is like thunder, making these the best periods to admire the waterfall. The image of Hukou Waterfall once appeared on the CNY 50 banknote of the fourth series of the renminbi, making it a widely recognized classic symbol of Yellow River culture.

Ji County · 21.2 km from downtown
Hukou Waterfall tourist area of the Yellow River
No. 8 of Best Things to Do in Shaanxi

Hukou Waterfall tourist area of the Yellow River

8.3
4.6/5
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The Hukou Waterfall tourist area of the Yellow River is located on the riverbed of the Yellow River in the Qin-Jin Grand Canyon, where the provinces of Shanxi and Shaanxi face each other across the river. The main stream of the Yellow River, originally hundreds of m wide, suddenly narrows to dozens of m and plunges into a deep trough with a drop of 20–30 m, resembling water being poured from a giant pot—hence the name "Hukou" (Pot Mouth). Due to the large amount of sediment carried by the river, the waterfall presents a rare golden-yellow view: the turbid waves roar down with a sound like distant thunder rolling through the valley, while the rising mist lingers before the cliff, earning the nickname "smoke rising from the water." On sunny days, sunlight casts a rainbow over the waterfall, known as "a rainbow playing in the water." The mist may drench visitors even without wind or rain, creating the wonder called "rainfall under a clear sky." Hukou waterfall is regarded as the symbol of the "soul of the Yellow River" and the spirit of the Chinese nation. In 1938, when poet Guang Weiran crossed the Yellow River, he witnessed the roaring waves of Hukou and the boatmen's chants, which inspired him to create the now-legendary Yellow River Cantata. Liang Heng's essay of the same name was selected for middle school Chinese textbooks, and the back of the fourth series CNY 50 banknote also features this scene. Many first learned about it through textbooks and currency before visiting in person. In the past, cargo ships had to leave the water and bypass the waterfall here, leaving behind the maritime memory of "sailing on dry land." The scenery here varies with the seasons: In early spring, the upstream ice melts and the water level rises sharply, coinciding with the blooming of mountain peach blossoms on both banks, known as the "March peach blossom flood." In midsummer, the rainy season brings abundant water, with muddy waves towering into the sky. After fall begins, the rainy season subsides, and the water becomes high and steady. As the fall breeze sweeps by, rainbows often appear, earning the name "Hukou autumn breeze." In deep winter, layers of ice form along the banks, and overflow freezes into inverted ice peaks, glistening under the sunlight, creating the spectacular "upside-down ice peaks." The viewing platform on the Shaanxi side stretches along the cliff top on the western bank, offering a commanding view of the "thousand-mile Yellow River funneled into one pot" and the ten-mile-long Dragon Trough below the waterfall. During high-water seasons, the mist is heavy, and clothes get soaked quickly, so remember to protect your camera and phone; the boardwalk is slippery, so watch your step while walking and taking photos.

Yichuan · 20.7 km from Ji County
Hukou Waterfall National Geopark
No. 2 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Yan'an

Hukou Waterfall National Geopark

5.8
4.8/5
32 reviews

Hukou Waterfall National Geopark is located on the banks of the Yellow River, facing Ji County, Shanxi, across the river. The main stream of the Yellow River rushes here, suddenly narrowing from a riverbed hundreds of meters wide into a stone trough 40–50 m wide, before plunging from a cliff over 20 m high, resembling water being poured into a giant kettle—this is exactly what the saying "the thousand-mile Yellow River is gathered into one kettle" refers to. The geological highlights are hidden at the foot of the waterfall: the Ten-Mile Dragon Trough carved deep by the rapids winds downstream, and the waterfall itself is still slowly retreating upstream. It is one of the few mobile, latent large waterfalls in the world, and this long-term struggle between river water and rock is the unique foundation of its status as a geopark. The Eight Scenes of Hukou within the park each have their own unique appearance: during the summer and fall flood seasons, the water volume is abundant, and the rising mist creates the smoke rising from the water bottom scene; on sunny days, rainbows often span across the waterfall, creating the rainbow playing with water scene. In the dry winter season, the cliffs are covered with icicles, turning it into a silver-white world of inverted ice peaks. This place is also the inspiration for the Yellow River Cantata—in 1938, the poet Guang Weiran was deeply moved while crossing the river and watching the waterfall near Hukou, and the long poem he subsequently wrote was set to music by Xian Xinghai and has been sung ever since. Today, the park still uses the waterfall as a natural backdrop and regularly hosts a landscape performance of the same name, presenting chapters such as trackers, Hukou war drums, and Defend the Yellow River to the audience standing amidst the sound of the waves. The pattern on the back of the 50-yuan banknote of the fourth series of RMB is taken from Hukou Waterfall National Geopark. The viewing platform on the Shaanxi side offers an expansive view, suitable for taking panoramic photos; the scenic area on the opposite Shanxi side is closer to the main current, and both sides offer different perspectives of the same waterfall.

Yichuan · 20.8 km from Ji County
Hukou Waterfall Scenic Area on the Yellow River - Longdong Cave

Hukou Waterfall Scenic Area on the Yellow River - Longdong Cave

4.2
4.9/5
10 reviews

The Longdong Cave, an important tourist attraction within the Hukou Waterfall Scenic Area, is situated on a cliff overlooking the Yellow River. Deep and mysterious, the cave offers a prime vantage point for appreciating the "smoke rising from the bottom of the pot" phenomenon. Adjacent to the waterfall, the Longdong Cave often echoes the surging waves of the Yellow River, creating a magnificent natural panorama. From the Longdong Cave, visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the Hukou Waterfall, where the rushing water and surging waves resemble a giant dragon cascading down, showcasing the immense power of nature. Especially during the summer and autumn seasons, when the Yellow River's water volume is relatively high, the waterfall's grandeur is particularly striking. Under the sunlight, the water splashes and rainbows arch. At this time, the waterfall's rapid flow and powerful impact create enormous spray and air currents, making the Longdong Cave one of the ideal places to view the Hukou Waterfall.

Ji County · 21.5 km from downtown
Renzu Mountain Scenic Area

Renzu Mountain Scenic Area

4.2
4.2/5
72 reviews

The landscape of the Renzu Mountain Scenic Area is beautiful and the animals and plant life are diverse. Renzu Mountain mountain means "Ancestor Mountain" in Chinese. The age-old cultural items, touching history and unique local legends allow Renzu Mountain to embody the qualities of magical, mysterious, and sacred. Renzu Mountain Scenic Area has cultural attractions such as the Wangyou Mountain Villa, the WW2 Cultural Experience Park, and the Tiger Xiaozi Building.

Ji County · 17.2 km from downtown
Shaanxi Hukou Waterfall 50 RMB Viewpoint

Shaanxi Hukou Waterfall 50 RMB Viewpoint

4.2
4.6/5
8 reviews

In Yichuan, Shaanxi, Hukou Waterfall tourist area of the Yellow River is renowned for its majestic power, and one spot there has become the viewpoint featured on the 50 RMB banknote, carrying special significance.Hukou Waterfall National Geoparkgets its name from its shape: at this point the Yellow River is channeled by cliffs on both banks, and the wide river suddenly narrows to only 20–30m, forming a waterfall up to 15m high that pours like a giant pot, hence the name Hukou. The waterfall's volume changes with the seasons; during the high-water season the flow can reach up to 700 cubic meters per second, creating an imposing sight with a thunderous roar.Hukou Waterfall scenic areais divided into Shaanxi and Shanxi sides, and the viewing point on the Shaanxi side is considered the ideal location for the 50 RMB scene. Visitors can experience the waterfall's power up close, especially when the water is abundant and both the main and secondary falls are running, making the scene especially spectacular. Standing at Shaanxi Hukou Waterfall 50 RMB Viewpoint, you can truly feel nature's masterful handiwork and understand why it became the classic image on the banknote, drawing countless visitors to visit and admire the majesty of the Yellow River, the mother river.

Yichuan · 21.5 km from Ji County
Peach Blossom Flood

Peach Blossom Flood

3.6
5.0/5
9 reviews

The surging waters greet the bright moon and roll off the setting sun. Spring returns to the earth, peach blossoms bloom, the ice on the Yellow River melts, the main waterfall is shrouded in mist, the secondary waterfall flows through thousands of ravines, and the "Dragon Trough" is like a giant dragon stirring up waves, which is known as the "March Peach Blossom Flood".

Ji County · 20.9 km from downtown
Shaanxi Gudukou Town Scenic Area

Shaanxi Gudukou Town Scenic Area

3.6
5.0/5
9 reviews

The Shaanxi Ancient Ferry Town Scenic Area is located in the southern part of a section of the core scenic area of ​​Hukou Waterfall on the Yellow River in Shaanxi Province. Built on the site of the ancient market town of Gezhentan, it features a terraced layout of traditional Shaanxi cave dwellings, preserving the original village fabric and layout to the greatest extent possible, and recreating the once bustling market town of the Yellow River ferry. The Shaanxi Ancient Ferry Town Scenic Area enjoys a superior geographical location, approximately 5 kilometers north of Hukou Waterfall. To the north lies Mengmen Mountain, to the west is the G309 National Highway, to the east is the Yellow River, and to the south is the Yellow River Hotel. The layout is designed with two entrances for reception and service (north and south), a central village for leisure and vacation, and an eastern riverside sightseeing area. The overall space is divided into a reception and service area, a themed inn area, and a riverside experience area, providing tourists with local specialty dining, boutique guesthouses, unique souvenirs, and folk experience services. It is an important part of the Hukou Waterfall Scenic Area, effectively diverting peak tourist traffic and further enriching and deepening the cultural significance of the Hukou Waterfall's main landscape. In early summer, the scenic area is lush with flowers and trees. Standing at the "Ancient Ferry Pavilion", you can enjoy the scenery of the Yellow River, the original appearance of the Qin-Jin Grand Canyon, the wonder of the Ten-Mile Dragon Gorge, the ancient ferry site, the Mengmen Strange Stones in the close view, and the distant view of Nüjiao waiting for her husband. You can truly feel the love of Nüjiao, the wife of Yu the Great, who leaned on the ferry and longed for her husband's return.

Yichuan · 19.7 km from Ji County
Mengmen Mountain

Mengmen Mountain

3.5
4.5/5
43 reviews

In the riverbed at the bottom of the Yellow River valley, there are two spindle-shaped boulders, standing tall in the mighty current, forming two river islands. They are the Mengmen Mountain, which was called "the stepping stone of the nine rivers" in ancient times, also called Mengmen Island. Mengmen Mountain is not only charming, with the beauty of "Mengmen Night Moon", but also has important scientific value in studying the development history of the Yellow River. It is said that the two islands were originally a mountain, which blocked the river and caused floods. When Dayu was controlling the flood, he split the mountain into two to guide the water to flow freely. The two islands look like boats from a distance, like mountains from a close distance, and like gates from a distance. The Great Mengmen Island is about 300 meters long and about 10 meters above the water. On the cliff to the south, there are four characters "Lying to suppress the raging flow" inscribed during the Yongzheng period of the Qing Dynasty. The Small Mengmen Island is more than 10 meters upstream of the Great Mengmen Island and is only 50 to 60 meters long. Mengmen faces the surging water of the Yellow River and never submerges all year round. Its majestic appearance, Longmen and Hukou form the three wonders of the Yellow River, and it is famous for its unique style. There is a beautiful sentence in ancient poetry: "Fog and rain confuse Hukou in all seasons, and waves on both sides shake Mengmen".

Yichuan · 20 km from Ji County
Kenanpo Scenic Area

Kenanpo Scenic Area

3.4
4.4/5
30 reviews

Kenanpo Scenic Spot, located in Jixian County, Linfen City (10 kilometers away from Hukou Waterfall on the Yellow River), is the base of the Red Revolution. Kenanpo is actually a loess hill. There are several courtyards in front and several alluvial plains, which are very distinctive and large in size. According to reports, Yan Xishan set this place as a camp at that time, and there is a cave dwelling built over 20 years. Its appearance is majestic. It is a stack of cave dwellings. Hilltop town. And at that time, it has become the military center of the Second War Zone and the political, economic and cultural center of Shanxi. It is conceivable how powerful the military and economic forces were at that time, and one had to admire the revolutionary fighters at that time, and a feeling of awe in their hearts welled up in their hearts. The Zhaoyi Ci Hall, also known as the Martyrs' Temple, is where the ranks of the martyrs of the Anti-Japanese War are placed. In this way, the martyrs who died in the Anti-Japanese War are commemorated. Every hero is treated with great respect. A little dust.

Ji County · 21.6 km from downtown

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What travelers say about Ji County

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Anonymous userNovember 7, 2026
5.0
The awe-inspiring power of Hukou Waterfall can only be truly appreciated in person. Gazing at the roaring Yellow River, the melody of the Yellow River Cantata involuntarily echoes in my mind.

The Hukou Waterfall Scenic Area

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吻太阳November 6, 2026
5.0
The guesthouse is very close to the scenic area, only a ten-minute drive away. There was a short stretch of road under construction when I arrived, but the owner called ahead to let me know. Upon arrival, the owner also helped with my luggage – the service was excellent! The rooms were clean and hygienic, the facilities were complete, and the food was delicious. I would definitely come again and recommend it to family and friends. I wish the owner and their family great success in their business!

Hukou Waterfall tourist area of the Yellow River

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M82***77January 21, 2026
5.0
The Yellow River, the cradle of Chinese agricultural culture, is a place every Chinese person should visit. Although it carries a large amount of silt and is mostly muddy, it is still magnificent. On the surging waters of the Yellow River, rainbows can be faintly seen…

Hukou Waterfall National Geopark

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Anonymous userOctober 4, 2026
5.0
Tickets are issued quickly, but the stairs inside the cave are very narrow. The view of the Yellow River waterfall from the cave entrance is breathtaking, but you need to wear a raincoat because water is dripping everywhere.

Hukou Waterfall Scenic Area on the Yellow River - Longdong Cave

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体验遇到的种种October 4, 2025
5.0
Such a beautiful scenic spot, always go to those man-made scenic spots to squeeze, I can't understand, the scenery is beautiful! Historical origin, warm service! Highly recommended! Nature is the most beautiful destination! Shocking! Touched 😹

Renzu Mountain Scenic Area

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M53***95April 18, 2025
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The scenery is pleasant, the water is fast and the water is large, the momentum is magnificent, and it is really spectacular! Helicopter low-altitude viewing, the curved screen 3D cinema, and the Gudukou Town B&B are worth experiencing!

Shaanxi Hukou Waterfall 50 RMB Viewpoint

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旅の径July 18, 2022
5.0
The Hukou Waterfall of the Yellow River is the second largest waterfall in China and the largest yellow water waterfall in the world. The peach blossom flood in March is the best time to view the Hukou Waterfall. Every February and March, the ice in the upper reaches of the Yellow River melts to form floods, which flow to the Hukou area in the middle reaches of the Yellow River. It is the season when mountain peach blossoms bloom from mid-March to mid-April (March in the lunar calendar), commonly known as the "March Peach Blossom Flood". The abundant water volume creates a magnificent scenery. The water of the Yellow River comes from the sky, the main waterfall and the secondary waterfall are connected into one, winding for more than 100 meters, the main waterfall is surging, the secondary waterfall is competing for flow, the dragon trough is flying across the rainbow, and the shore is crowded with people... full of magnificence and shock.

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_We***56June 21, 2020
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Walking on the stone steps of the ancient ferry town, listening to the sound of the Yellow River, the lights seem to travel through time and space, making people feel like they have returned to the past. The ferry inn is a pleasant surprise. The impression of ordinary inns and homestays is always hard to describe. I chose the ferry inn because the online rating is quite high and the price is suitable. It costs more than 1,000 yuan to stay in a pit room in Pingyao for one night, and the cheapest one costs 700 or 800☺. So I booked a big pit room without hesitation. 😃😃😃. Very satisfied: the hygiene is the cleanest homestay I have ever stayed in, the pit is the most comfortable, and the room design and layout is the best👍👍👍. Of course, the feeling of tranquility, comfort, close to nature, and the fragrance of birds and flowers makes people indulge in it and unforgettable. In short, it was a very good trip!!!

Shaanxi Gudukou Town Scenic Area

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petitedragonApril 10, 2026
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The hotel originally included a visit to Mengmenshan Scenic Area 🎫, but it's under construction, so we can only view it from across the river 👀 Mengmenshan Scenic Area is located in the center of the Yellow River channel, consisting of two spindle-shaped sandstone boulders forming a river island, creating the unique landscape of "Nine Rivers' Steps". On its south bank cliff, there is an inscription from the early Qing Dynasty (early Yongzheng period) of the four characters "卧镇狂流" (Lying Down to Control the Raging Torrent), which was once the original location of Hukou Waterfall. Due to crustal uplift and upstream erosion, the waterfall has receded.

Mengmen Mountain

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佩瑶妹妹July 17, 2026
5.0
Value for money: Not bad, a deserted scenic area. Fun: Interesting, the secret passages of Yan Xishan, interconnected in all directions, super cool inside. Not really for the faint of heart, definitely go with someone, it's too dark. Easy to get lost after coming out, haha. Value for money: Good.

Kenanpo Scenic Area

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8 Must-Visit Winter Destinations in Shanxi 2026 | Explore Pingyao Ancient City and Hukou Ice Waterfall

8 Must-Visit Winter Destinations in Shanxi 2026 | Explore Pingyao Ancient City and Hukou Ice Waterfall

“Shanxi in winter offers a world of grey-tiled ancient cities, thousand-year-old grottoes, frozen Yellow River waterfalls, and snowy mountain temples ❄️ If you want to avoid the heat and slowly appreciate ancient architecture and history, these 8 spots are worth saving!”

@華遊四海 · 山西自由行 · 8 days ago

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