Zhigaaru Lake (Hongjiadu Reservoir)
支嘎阿鲁湖
A plateau canyon lake formed by the Hongjiadu hydropower station on the Liuchong River. Named after the Yi hero Zhigaaru, it has winding bays and many islands and is ideal for boat trips.
Zhigaaru Lake is the reservoir formed by the Hongjiadu hydropower station's impoundment, spanning Qianxi, Zhijin, Dafang and other areas. Its water surface winds for a long distance, and karst peak clusters, bays and peninsulas alternate along the shores. The lake takes its name from Zhigaaru, a hero of the Yi epic. Visitors can take boat trips, go fishing or camp on the lakeshore, and mornings often bring light mist. It lies about 12 km north of Zhijin Cave and can be visited on the same day as Zhijin Cave and Zhijin Grand Canyon. Boat schedules and fares follow the scenic area's current announcements. Mountain roads are narrow and winding, so drive with caution.
Opening hours
About 08:30–17:30
Nearby sights
- Zhijin Grand Canyon
- Zhijin Cave
- Wujiang Source Gallery & Huawu Village
- Zhijin Old Town
- Shuixi Ancient Town
- Baili Rhododendron Jinpo Scenic Area
- Baili Rhododendron Forest
- Tomb of Shexiang & Shexiang Museum