Dahaizi Lake (Haizi Valley)
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A high-altitude lake deep in Haizi Valley, at about 3,700 meters, mirroring the snow peaks. It is a classic destination for hiking and horseback riding in Siguniang.
Dahaizi is the largest high-altitude lake in Haizi Valley, at about 3,700 meters. Its water mirrors the surrounding snow peaks, and nearby are other lakes including Huahaizi and Fuhaizi. From the mouth of Haizi Valley, the route passes Guozhuang Ping, Chaoshanping, and Huahaizi before reaching Dahaizi, about 15 km one way. It takes 5 to 7 hours on foot, so most people ride horses there and back or camp overnight near the lake. Along the way you can see the side profiles of Sanfeng and Yaomei Peak. Entry tickets to Haizi Valley follow scenic area announcements, and you must register before setting out. Watch for altitude sickness and changing weather on high-altitude treks.
Opening hours
08:00–17:00 (gully entry times set by the scenic area)
Nearby sights
- Haizi Valley
- Siguniang Dafeng (Big Sister Peak)
- Kushutan
- Changping Valley
- Yaomei Peak (Mount Siguniang)
- Chaoshanping Viewpoint
- Maobiliang Viewpoint
- Siguniangshan Town (Rilong)