Tingming Lake
听命湖
A group of high mountain lakes deep in Gaoligong Mountain at about 3,700 meters, pristine and tranquil, reachable only on foot.
Tingming Lake lies deep in Gaoligong Mountain, northeast of Pianma Town, at about 3,700 meters. It consists of several high mountain lakes surrounded by fir and rhododendron woods and meadows. Legend says that loud shouting by the lake brings wind and rain, which is how it got its name, meaning “listening to orders.” Getting there requires a rugged vehicle from the Pianma side followed by a hike, and a round trip usually takes a full day. Road conditions and access vary by season, so hire a local guide and watch out for altitude sickness and sudden weather changes.
Opening hours
Summer and autumn only; guide required
Nearby sights
- Pianma Border Town
- Pianma Anti-British & Hump Route Memorial
- Fengxue Pass
- Yaojiaping
- Bainiaogu Bird Valley (Sanhe Village)
- Dengeng Hot Springs
- Xiaoshaba Scenic Area
- Liuku Tusi Yamen