Mingxing Fish Caves
明星鱼洞
A traditional fish-trap landscape on Fuxian Lake's west shore, where the water is crystal clear and you can sample kanglang fish (anti-wave fish) cooked in a copper pot.
Mingxing Fish Caves lie in Mingxing Village, on the border between Jiangchuan and Chengjiang on the west shore of Fuxian Lake. At the foot of Qinglong Mountain and White Tiger Mountain, more than 200 artificially carved fish caves are scattered. Channels lead spring water from the mountain foot into the lake, luring kanglang fish to swim upstream into the caves, a distinctive traditional method of fishing. The water in the bay is exceptionally clear, making it good for photography and family wading. Admission is low, and several fresh-fish restaurants in the village serve copper pot fish. Kanglang fish is a protected species, so check the source of the ingredients during fishing bans.
Opening hours
08:00–18:00