Jinsha Bay
金沙湾
A beach area on the eastern shore of Qinghai Lake, where sand dunes meet a sheltered lake inlet. The water is shallow and clear, making it a good spot for lake views, photos and a short rest.
Jinsha Bay lies within Haiyan County on the eastern shore of Qinghai Lake. The lakeshore is made up of fine, soft sand dunes and beaches, and the inlet curves in a gentle arc. On clear days the water shifts from pale green to deep blue, and in the distance you can see sand islands, dunes and the foothills of the Qilian Mountains. The scenic area has wooden boardwalks, viewing platforms and beach leisure activities. It sees relatively few visitors, so it makes a good stop on the northeast route from Xining through Huangyuan and Haiyan. Entry costs about 30–50 yuan (check on site). The water is icy cold, so swimming is not recommended.
Opening hours
Approx. 08:30–18:30