Nanhai Wetland
包头南海湿地景区
A city wetland lake just south of Donghe District, next to the Yellow River, where you can go boating, birdwatching and enjoy views of the river and reed marshes.
Nanhai Wetland is a lake formed from an old channel of the Yellow River. Its open waters are ringed by reeds and lotus ponds, and small islands such as Peacock Island dot the lake. The north shore faces the urban area of Donghe District, while the south side runs right up to the Yellow River embankment. It is a national wetland park and one of Baotou's most popular birdwatching sites, where migratory birds such as grey cranes, swans and egrets can be seen in spring and autumn. In the park you can take a boat tour, stroll along wooden boardwalks, or climb the Yellow River embankment to watch the sunset over the river. In summer there are beaches and water activities, and in winter the frozen lake hosts ice sports. It is about 5 km from downtown Donghe and easy to reach by taxi. The wetland park can be explored freely; boat rides and other activities cost extra. For birdwatching, go early in the morning with a telephoto lens and binoculars. Mosquitoes are common in summer.
Opening hours
Open all day (boat tours and other activities run in daytime)
Nearby sights
- Fuzheng Temple (Baotou Zhao)
- Zhuanlongzang Park
- Lüzu Temple
- Yellow River Scenic Park & G210 Bridge
- Saihantala Urban Grassland
- Xiaobaihe Wetland
- Northern Weapons City
- Baotou Museum