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Huangguoshu Waterfall

  • Distanceapprox 150 km southwest of Guiyang
  • Travel timeAbout 2.5-3 hours via high-speed rail to Anshun and a bus or car
  • TransportHigh-speed rail + bus: High-speed train from Guiyang to Anshun West, then scenic-area coach or taxi to Huangguoshu.
  • Difficultyeasy
  • Rating★ 4.7
  • Best seasonJune-September

One of Asia's best-known waterfalls, with a walkway passing behind the Water Curtain Cave.

One of Asia's best-known waterfalls, with a walkway passing behind the Water Curtain Cave.

Practical information for Huangguoshu Waterfall · Last updated September 2026
Distance approx 150 km southwest of Guiyang
Travel time About 2.5-3 hours via high-speed rail to Anshun and a bus or car
Getting there High-speed rail + bus: High-speed train from Guiyang to Anshun West, then scenic-area coach or taxi to Huangguoshu.
Cost Entry approx CNY 160-180 / USD 24-26 plus shuttle fare
Difficulty easy
Address Huangguoshu Scenic Area, Zhenning Buyi and Miao Autonomous County, Anshun, Guizhou, China

How to get there

  • High-speed rail: Guiyang to Anshun West (about 30-40 min, approx CNY 30-50 / USD 4-7), then bus or taxi (about 1 hr)
  • Coach: Guiyang to Huangguoshu (about 2.5 hrs, approx CNY 60-80 / USD 9-12)
  • Private car with driver: approx CNY 700-900 / USD 103-132 round trip

Location

Huangguoshu Scenic Area, Zhenning Buyi and Miao Autonomous County, Anshun, Guizhou, China

25.9889, 105.6672 View on map

Highlights

  • Main waterfall viewing platforms
  • Water Curtain Cave walk behind the falls
  • Tianxingqiao stone forest
  • Doupotang Waterfall

Tips for visiting

  • Visit in July-August for the fullest flow
  • Wear non-slip shoes; walkways are wet

When to visit

Summer rainy season

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to reach Huangguoshu Waterfall from Guiyang?

Allow about 2.5-3 hours by high-speed train to Anshun West plus a bus or taxi, or about 2.5 hours by direct coach.

Can visitors walk behind the waterfall?

Yes. A walkway passes through the Water Curtain Cave behind the main falls, and the paths are wet so non-slip shoes are advised.

When does Huangguoshu have the fullest flow?

The summer rainy season, roughly June to September, gives the strongest flow, with July-August the fullest.