Meifeng Island
梅峰岛
Qiandao Lake's signature island viewpoint. Climb to the top, by foot or cable car, to see more than 300 islands scattered across the lake like pearls.
Meifeng Island is the first stop on the Central Lake Area boat circuit and the best place to see the 'thousand islands' that give the lake its name. At the Meifeng viewing platform, about 250 meters above sea level, you get a 360-degree view of more than 300 islands of all sizes scattered across the emerald lake. Many of the views in promotional films and on postcards were taken here. You can climb the steps (about 20 minutes) or ride the sightseeing cable car (about 60 yuan round trip). The summit has a glass viewing platform (extra charge) and a toboggan slide for the trip down. Allow about 1.5 hours on the island. Boats usually stop here for 90 minutes.
Note: Meifeng Island is included in the Central Lake boat route and is not sold separately. It is windy at the top, so bring a jacket in spring and autumn. In peak season, the viewing platform has long lines for photos, so try to arrive on the first boat.
Nearby: it is on the same route as Moonlight Island and Longshan Island.
Opening hours
08:00–16:00, depending on boat schedule
Nearby sights
- Central Lake Scenic Area
- Qiandao Lake
- Moonlight Island (Lock Island)
- Qiandao Lake Greenway
- Longshan Island & Hai Rui Temple
- Qilong Lane
- Tianyu Viewpoint
- Yule Island