Wusulangzi Lake
乌苏浪子湖
A volcanic barrier lake near the forest park entrance, with open meadows; reflections and morning mist make it a photography hotspot.
Wusulangzi Lake lies in the south-west of Arxan National Forest Park. It is a barrier lake formed when lava blocked a river course. The name 'Wusulangzi' is related to the Mongolian word for water. The lake surface is open and calm, surrounded by meadows and birch and larch forest. Wooden boardwalks and viewing platforms line the shore. Mist often rises in the early morning. In autumn the trees reflect in the lake in rich colours, and in winter it freezes into a snowy plain. It is not far from Tianchi in the forest park and is often the first stop after driving into the park. Entry is included with the forest park ticket and shuttle (fares follow the scenic area's announcements).
Opening hours
08:00–17:00 (seasonal opening)
Nearby sights
- Arxan National Forest Park
- Arxan Tianchi (Heaven Lake)
- Budong River (Unfrozen River)
- Santan Gorge
- Arxan Dichi
- Shitanglin Lava Field
- Luming Lake
- Guibei Rock