Barkol Lake
巴里坤湖
A high-plateau saline lake at about 1,580 meters on the northern foot of the Tianshan, with white saline shores set against distant snowy mountains and grasslands.
Barkol Lake lies about 18 km northwest of Barkol County town. It is a high-plateau inland saline lake whose water level changes with the seasons, and white saline flats often line its shores. On clear days the lake reflects snowy mountains and grassland, and migratory birds stop here in spring and autumn. Lakeside viewing boardwalks and lookouts have been built, making it a good spot for sunset photos. The lake area is a wetland reserve, so stay on the walkways and do not drive onto the saline flats, to avoid getting stuck. From Barkol County town, it takes about half an hour by taxi or car.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Lanzhouwanzi & Xiheigou Sites
- Dizang Temple (Barkol)
- Barkol Ancient City
- Barkol Grassland
- Dahe Ancient City
- Songshutang
- Tianshan Temple (East Tianshan Scenic Area)
- Dongheigou Site