Chenghai Lake
程海
One of Yunnan's nine major plateau lakes, its bright blue water ringed by dry, hot hillsides. Cycling around the lake and watching the sunset are the classic activities.
Chenghai Lake is about 20 km long from north to south and about 4 km wide from east to west, with a surface area of about 77 square km. The surrounding mountains are dry and bare, creating a striking contrast with the blue water. The lakeside road is about 50 km long, and it's ideal for renting an e-bike or driving around the lake. The spirulina farming ponds on the east shore and Maojiawan on the west shore are both along the route, and the sunset from the west shore is the most beautiful. Lakeside access is free, and the villages along the shore have guesthouses and restaurants serving Chenghai lake fish. The high-altitude sunlight is strong, so take care to protect yourself from the sun and stay hydrated.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Chenghai Spirulina Farms
- Mao Ancestral Hall & Biantun Culture Museum
- Qingshui Ancient Town
- Yongsheng Old Town
- Hongshiyan Ancient Earthquake Relic
- Guanyin Pavilion (Lingyuanqing)
- Sanchuan Cuihu Lake
- Yingpan Taliu Tombs