Shenzhen Autumn Pink Muhly Grass 2026: 4 Free Flower Fields in Bao'an Shiyan, Guangming and Dapeng (with Transport)

The most romantic thing in Shenzhen every autumn is the fields of pink "pink mist flower seas." The star is pink muhly grass — its tops bear cloud-like pink plumes that look like a pink sea of clouds from afar. The blooming season usually runs from September all the way to November, with the most spectacular period from October to mid-November. Its flower meaning is "waiting," so be prepared before you go: different parks hit peak bloom at different times. October for Bao'an, late September to October for Dapeng — that's when you have the best chance. All 4 spots below are free to enter.

① Moshanghua Park (Shiyan, Bao'an): Shenzhen's largest field

The biggest one is definitely this. Moshanghua Park has planted close to 50,000 square metres of pink muhly grass, with a large patch of foxtail grass beside it — pink and golden together, front and back, making it one of Shenzhen's most famous photo spots. The blooming season is roughly October to late November, so going in October gives you the best show.

• Address: Zhoushi Road, Shiyan Street, Bao'an District, Shenzhen (next to Fenda Technology bus stop)
• Metro: Line 6 "Guantian Station" Exit D, walk about 400 metres to Baoyou petrol station, then transfer to bus M310／M257 and get off at "Moshanghua Park" stop
• Driving: Navigate to "Ruhan Car Park," then walk about 15 minutes to the park entrance
• Ride-hailing: Set your destination to "Rendashanzhuang bus stop" (note there are two stops, "Rendashanzhuang 1" and "2," and they're far apart)
• Tickets: Free entry
• Blooming season: October to late November

This park is in a remote spot, so "metro + bus" is the most reliable way to get there; if three or four of you are going together, hailing a car straight from the border crossing is cheaper than making two transfers.

② Shiyan Wetland Park: smaller but blooms earlier

On the same Shiyan line, Shiyan Wetland Park has a smaller pink muhly area than Moshanghua Park, but it usually enters peak bloom a step earlier — late September to October already looks good. The patch of pink flowers on the lawn is the visual focus of the whole park; the pink muhly is mainly concentrated near the park's East Gate 2, just a few steps from the car park.

• Address: Shiyan Street, Bao'an District, Shenzhen (around Shiyan Lake)
• Metro: Line 6 "Shangwu Station" Exit D, transfer to bus M389 and get off at "Shiyan Wetland Park" stop right at the entrance
• Driving: Navigate to "Shiyan Lake Greenway Surface Car Park," spaces are relatively plentiful
• Tickets: Free entry
• Blooming season: Peak bloom September to October, then gradually changes colour

③ Xindahe Hetang Wetland Park (Nan'ao, Dapeng): large area, fewer people

To avoid the crowds in Bao'an, head to Xindahe Hetang Wetland Park in Nan'ao, Dapeng New District. About 7,000 square metres of pink muhly is planted here. Although the total area is smaller than Moshanghua Park, the park itself has river views and large lawns, so the composition is more pleasing and the foot traffic is relatively light, with far more spots to stop and shoot.

• Address: Xindong Road, Nan'ao Street, Dapeng New District, Shenzhen
• Transport: No direct metro; suggested to set off from Luohu Checkpoint or Liantang Checkpoint, take a bus or ride-hail to Nan'ao, journey about 60–80 minutes; driving is most convenient
• Tickets: Free entry
• Blooming season: October to November

A trip to Dapeng usually combines into a day out: flower viewing in the morning, seafood at Nan'ao Seafood Street at noon, then Dapeng Fortress ancient village in the afternoon, and sea views at dusk — a smooth itinerary.

④ Honghuashan Park (Guangming): another option

If you live in northern Shenzhen or want to combine it with a trip to Guangming, consider Honghuashan Park. This park is in Guangming District and also has pink muhly grass fields from October to November. The setting is relatively quiet, with many locals doing morning exercise. Since it isn't next to a metro station, driving or ride-hailing is recommended; before setting off, check Amap for the day's bloom conditions and entrance location.

• Address: Guangming District, Shenzhen (Honghuashan Park; for specific entrances, follow on-site signage)
• Transport: Driving or ride-hailing recommended; if taking the metro, go to the Guangming District area then transfer to a taxi
• Tickets: Free entry
• Blooming season: October to November

How to get there from the three checkpoints?

• Luohu Checkpoint: Line 1 → transfer at Convention & Exhibition Center to Line 4 → Shenzhen North Station → transfer to Line 6 to Guantian Station／Shangwu Station (for the two Bao'an Shiyan parks), about 60 minutes in total.
• Futian Checkpoint: Line 4 straight up to Shenzhen North Station, then transfer to Line 6 towards Shiyan, same time as above — the smoothest route to Bao'an.
• Shenzhen Bay Checkpoint: Line 13 → transfer around Houhai towards Bao'an, or ride-hail directly via the Guangzhou-Shenzhen Expressway to Shiyan, journey about 40 minutes.

For Dapeng (Hetang Wetland), taking the metro and transferring to buses isn't recommended, as it involves several transfers; ride-hailing straight to Nan'ao from Liantang Checkpoint or Luohu Checkpoint saves a lot of time and energy.

Shooting and practical tips

• Best time: Before 10:00 in the morning or after 15:00 in the afternoon; backlit shots have the most depth. Midday light is harsh and the pink turns whitish.
• Clothing: White and light blue tones look best against the pink flower sea; sneakers are essential, as most park paths are dirt and grass.
• Don't step on the flowers: Pink muhly grass collapses as soon as it's stepped on, and staff will stop you; you can get equally good shots from the designated walkways.
• Sunscreen and water: The Shiyan and Dapeng areas have little shade, and October midday UV is still strong — remember a hat, water and mosquito repellent.
• Blooming season fluctuates: Pink muhly blooming is affected by weather; a day or two before you go, check Amap or Xiaohongshu for the latest bloom conditions, or ask the local park office.

FAQ

• When is Shenzhen's pink muhly grass at its best? The season runs September to November, generally peaking from October to mid-November; different parks differ by a week or two.
• Do I need to buy tickets? All 4 parks in this article are free to enter, no booking required.
• Which park is the biggest? Bao'an's Moshanghua Park has close to 50,000 square metres planted — Shenzhen's largest pink muhly field.
• How do I get to Moshanghua Park? Metro Line 6 Guantian Station Exit D, walk about 400 metres to Baoyou petrol station, then transfer to bus M310 or M257 to "Moshanghua Park" stop.
• Which is best with kids? Shiyan Wetland Park's entrance is close to the road with a short walk, and strollers work fine; Dapeng Hetang Wetland has lawns and river views, good for a picnic.

Conclusion

September to November is Shenzhen's most comfortable season, and the pink muhly grass fields are a once-a-year free limited edition. For the biggest field go to Shiyan in Bao'an; for fewer people and better compositions go to Nan'ao in Dapeng; to combine it with hiking and an ancient village, pair it with Nan'ao Seafood Street and Dapeng Fortress. Blooming seasons and park opening arrangements adjust with the weather, so remember to check the latest bloom conditions before setting off.

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