Egret Lake Water Park is a resort lake and water park at the Egret Lake Forest Resort in Yanghe Town, Gaoming District, Foshan, Guangdong, China. It is the one item in this group where swimming is part of the offer, but it is not a natural beach. Swimming takes place in artificial pools and designated water-park areas rather than on a sandy sea or lake shore, so there is no surf, no tide and no open-water exposure. The surrounding lake and forest give the resort its name and a green, wooded setting, while the pool water is treated and maintained like that of any water park.
The character is family-oriented and recreational. Water slides and pools are the main draw, making it suitable for children and groups on a hot-weather day out, and the resort setting also attracts weekend visitors from Foshan and the Pearl River Delta. It is not a party beach and not a surf spot. Crowds build in July and August, and weekends and public holidays are busiest, so weekday visits are calmer.
Amenities include water slides and pools, resort dining, and toilets and changing rooms. Sun loungers and shaded seating are typical of water parks, but the exact provision, lifeguard hours and ticket prices are not confirmed here and should be checked with the resort before travel. Food is available through the resort dining outlets, which removes the need to leave the site for meals. Visitors should bring swimwear, towels and sun protection, and check whether swim caps or specific swimwear rules apply, as these are common in Chinese water parks.
Gaoming District lies about 60 km southwest of central Foshan. There is no metro service, so most visitors drive or take a taxi or ride-hailing car from Gaoming; the journey from central Foshan is commonly around an hour or more depending on traffic. Parking is normally available at resorts of this type. The operating season centres on June to September, when temperatures suit outdoor swimming, and outside that period some facilities may be closed or reduced. Checking current opening days before the trip is strongly advisable, particularly in shoulder months.
| Distance | About 60 km southwest of central Foshan |
|---|---|
| Getting there | Drive or taxi from Gaoming; no metro |
| Difficulty | easy |
| Best season | Jun-Sep |
| Address | Egret Lake Forest Resort, Yanghe Town, Gaoming District, Foshan, Guangdong, China |
Amenities
- Water slides and pools
- Resort dining
- Toilets and changing rooms
Good to know
- Best for
- families, swimmers, partiers
Location
Egret Lake Forest Resort, Yanghe Town, Gaoming District, Foshan, Guangdong, China
22.6800, 112.4100 View on map
Highlights
- Water slides and pools in a forest-lake resort setting
- Family-friendly day out from Foshan
- On-site resort dining
- Toilets and changing rooms for swimmers
Tips for visiting
- Visit between June and September, when the water park operates at its fullest.
- Choose weekdays to avoid the heaviest crowds.
- Check opening days and ticket prices with the resort before travelling.
- Bring swimwear, towels and sun protection; ask about swim-cap rules on arrival.
- Plan on driving or a taxi, as there is no metro to Gaoming.
- Allow extra travel time, as the trip from central Foshan can exceed an hour.
When to visit
June to September on a weekday, arriving at opening to enjoy the pools before midday heat and crowds.
Accessibility
Step-free access and adapted facilities are not confirmed; visitors with mobility needs should ask the resort before visiting.
Frequently asked questions
Can visitors swim at Egret Lake Water Park?
Yes, in the water-park pools and designated artificial swimming areas. It is not a natural sea beach.
When is it open?
The main season is June to September. Opening days and hours should be confirmed with the resort before visiting.
How far is it from central Foshan?
It is about 60 km southwest, in Yanghe Town, Gaoming District, reached by car, taxi or ride-hailing with no metro.
Is food available?
Yes, resort dining is available on site.