Ailike Lake
艾里克湖
A saline lake in the Gobi south of the Yardang, with blue water framed by yardangs and reeds, and a scenic stop along the G217.
Ailike Lake lies in the southern part of the Urho district, about 20 km southeast of the World Yardang. It is the terminal lake of the Baiyang River. The lake level changes with the inflow, and the surroundings are Gobi, yardangs and reed wetlands. On clear days, the water looks deep blue, and in bird migration seasons you may see waterbirds. Development around the lake is minimal. Most visitors enjoy the view and take photos from beside National Highway G217 or from the shore, and it makes a good stop on a self-drive trip. The lakeshore mud flats are soft, so don’t drive off the road randomly. Mosquitoes are common in summer.
Opening hours
All day