Rhinoceros Lake
犀牛海
The largest lake in Shuzheng Valley, broad and deep blue, often wrapped in morning mist; legend says a high lama rode a rhinoceros into it.
Rhinoceros Lake lies in upper Shuzheng Valley, below Nuorilang Waterfall. At about 2 km long, it is the largest lake in Shuzheng Valley. Its water is a deep blue; in autumn the colorful forests on both shores are reflected in it, and early mornings often bring mist drifting low over the surface. Legend has it that a Tibetan high lama once arrived here on a rhinoceros. After drinking from the lake he was cured of illness, and he then rode the rhinoceros into the water, which gave the lake its name. Downstream, the lake connects to Tiger Lake and Shuzheng Waterfall. Sightseeing buses stop at the Rhinoceros Lake stop, or you can walk down the Shuzheng Valley boardwalk from Nuorilang and pass by it.
Opening hours
Open with Jiuzhaigou scenic area
Nearby sights
- Tiger Lake
- Shuzheng Waterfall
- Nuorilang Waterfall
- Shuzheng Tibetan Village
- Sleeping Dragon Lake
- Pearl Shoal Waterfall
- Sparkling Lake
- Mirror Lake