Yueya Lake
月牙湖
A crescent-shaped oxbow lake on the Ussuri River, said to be the largest wild lotus gathering in the cold zone. In midsummer the whole lake is covered in lotus blossoms.
Yueya Lake is an oxbow lake left behind when the Ussuri River changed its course. It lies about 18 km north of Hutou town and is bordered by the Ussuri River on its east and south sides. The lake has vast stretches of natural wild lotus, recognised by Guinness World Records as the largest concentration of wild lotus in a cold-climate region. The lotus peaks from late July to early August. You can admire it by boat or from the boardwalk. In winter, there is an ice-fishing contest on Nandao Lake. The site is a national A-rated scenic area, but outside the blooming season there is little to see. You will need a self-drive or hired car to get there. Mosquitoes are plentiful in the summer wetlands, so bring insect repellent.
Opening hours
About 08:00–17:00