Abstract: This paper analyzes the leaping economic strategy of Xiangxi Prefecture from 1999 to 2008,holding that this strategy is improper due to the restriction of capital,labor,land,and management.The realistic and rational development strategy in the neighboring areas of Huaihua and Zhangjiajie also proves the improper strategy in Xiangxi Prefecture.The paper further proposes a gradual strategy to boost economy in Xiangxi Prefecture,focusing on people-oriented scientific outlook of political achievement and social and political stability as well.

Key words: Xiangxi Prefecture, leaping development, economic strategy