Ganhaizi Meadow
甘海子
A wide alpine meadow on the east foot of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, facing the main peak. It is the hub of the snow-mountain area and a photo spot.
Ganhaizi lies on the eastern foot of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain at about 3,100 m. It was once a highland lake, but it dried up to become an open meadow about 4 km long and 1.5 km wide. On its west side it faces the Thirteen Peaks of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, making it one of the best places to see the whole range. It is the visitor service center and transport hub of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain scenic area. The Great Cable Car and the Spruce Meadow cable car's eco-shuttles both leave from here, and the 'Impression Lijiang' theater is nearby. Entry is free (included in the mountain entry fee). Allow about 30 minutes for photos in the meadow. The best time to see the snow mountain clearly is on sunny mornings in the dry season. The weather changes quickly at altitude, so bring a jacket and sun protection.
Opening hours
Follows Yulong Snow Mountain scenic area hours, approx. 07:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Impression Lijiang
- Blue Moon Valley
- Spruce Meadow (Yunshanping)
- Glacier Park, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
- Yak Meadow (Maoniuping)
- Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
- Dongba Valley
- Yuhu Village
Places to eat nearby
- Lijiang Jinmao Hotel - Snow Mountain, Unbound Collection - Xuejingge Restaurant
- Fuxian Xiaoguofan Yunnan Folk Flavor Restaurant (Shuhe Ancient Town Store)
- Apoqing Cured Rib Hotpot (Old Town Flagship Store)
- No. 88 Snack Shop
- Xiaoxike Yunnan Specialty Restaurant (Naxi Courtyard Store)
- Erge Rice Noodles (Lijiang Store)