5A Tourism Area
Designated 2022
Hukou Waterfall
黄河壶口瀑布旅游区
Shanxi, Linfen★ 4.6Designated 2022·38.0876°N, 112.5953°E
Ticket Price
Shanxi side CNY 100; Shaanxi side CNY 90
Duration
2 to 3 hours
Rating
4.6 / 5.0
Designated
2022
About Hukou Waterfall
Hukou Waterfall is the largest waterfall on the Yellow River and the second-largest in China. Where the river narrows from 300 meters to just 50 meters, the rushing water cascades 20 meters into a narrow gorge, creating the dramatic "horse's mouth" (hukou) effect. The golden mist and rainbows make it one of China's most spectacular natural wonders.
Highlights
The largest yellow-waterfall on the Yellow River, where the river narrows and plunges; highlights include the thundering main fall, the mist ('smoke from the river'), and rainbow views. Best in spring/autumn flood season.
Suggested Route
View from the Shanxi-side platform, walk the gorge rim, optional boat to the falls base; allow 2-3 hours.
Food & Lodging
Try Shanxi noodles and local millet dishes; stay in Jixian (Shanxi) or Yichuan (Shaanxi).
Facilities
Restrooms, shuttle buses, viewing platforms; railings present, some steps. Signage Chinese/English (unverified).
Travel Tips
Check official website for current information. Respect local customs and regulations. Best visited during mild weather seasons.
Location
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Opening Hours
Peak season: 7:00-18:00; Off-season: 8:00-17:00.
Getting There
Shanxi side: HSR to Linfen West then bus ~2h to Jixian (~50 yuan); ~250 km from Xi'an. Shaanxi side: HSR to Yan'an then shuttle. Nearest airports: Linfen Yaodu (~150 km) or Yan'an (~90 km).
Reservation
Advance online reservation via official platform recommended (Shanxi side 'Shanxi Yellow River Hukou Waterfall'); on-site tickets available.
Ticket Price
Shanxi side CNY 100; Shaanxi side CNY 90
Address
Yanan City Yichuan County Hukou Town Yanhu Road
