Eryuan West Lake
洱源西湖
A highland wetland lake at the upper reaches of Erhai, with small islands and villages scattered across it; quiet waterways are best explored in a small wooden boat.
Eryuan West Lake lies in Youzuo Town, Eryuan County, and is one of the wetland sources of Erhai. More than ten small islands dot the lake, and Bai villages on them make a living from fishing and farming. You can ride a local villager's small wooden boat through the waterways and reeds, watching waterbirds and distant views of Cang Mountain. The pace is slow, and there are far fewer visitors than at Erhai. Entry is inexpensive, but the boat fare is extra. Eryuan County town nearby has hot springs, which you can combine with your visit. It is about 50 km from Dali Old Town.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Butterfly Spring
- Zhoucheng Village
- Eryuan Geothermal Park (Dirguo)
- Shuanglang
- Haishe Peninsula Park
- Nanzhao Folklore Island
- Cibi Lake
- Xizhou Ancient Town