Qingshan Lake – A Scenic人工湖 near Lin’an

Qingshan Lake, an artificial lake located about four to five kilometers east of Lin’an city, boasts a clear and open landscape with minimal embellishments. One of the must-see attractions on the lake is the water forest, where unique fir trees thrive in the water with lush branches. In addition to the natural beauty, the scenic area also features a barbecue garden and a small amusement park, offering activities such as water parachuting.

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The primary way to enjoy Qingshan Lake is by taking a cruise. Tickets for boarding can be purchased at both the Qinshan Dock and Shenghe Dock on the south side of the lake, with boarding and disembarking at the same dock. A cruise not only allows visitors to appreciate the lake scenery but also to visit the main attractions such as the water forest and water platforms along the route, with unlimited time for onshore exploration.


After the visit, visitors can continue their journey with the same ticket. There are two types of boats available: a classical painted barge and a yacht. For individual tourists, it is wise to wait for group tours and share a boat. 9:00 AM is the peak time for group arrivals at the Qinshan Dock, offering a higher chance of sharing a boat. The probability of sharing a boat during other times is also not low, and generally, a boat can be shared within about 20 minutes.


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Taking a boat to the water forest takes approximately 40 minutes. The tall and straight trunks of the Chinese firs standing in the lake water are the eye-catching scenery of Qingshan Lake and a place where almost every visitor takes photos. Near the water forest, there is an amusement park called ‘Water Forest Challenge’ where visitors can enjoy games such as water rock climbing, battlefield barrels, and water soft bridges. Additionally, some water activities on the water platform in the middle of the lake are worth participating in, such as motorboats and water parachuting, based on personal preferences.



Near the Shenghe Dock, there is a lawn that is a lively barbecue garden, popular among tourists from nearby cities for barbecues and gatherings. Here, there are stalls renting out barbecue equipment and tents, and ingredients can also be purchased at an additional cost. Furthermore, near the Qinshan Dock, there is a water stage on the lake where performances such as clowns and Thai transvestites take place (approximately 50 yuan), which visitors can watch.



Opening hours are from 07:30 to 17:00 from April 1st to October 31st, and from 08:00 to 16:30 from November 1st to March 31st.



Additional information on preferential policies: 1. Military personnel (martyrs’ families, those who died in the line of duty, military dependents, and the families of deceased servicemen), firefighters, national tour guides, journalists, blood donors with honors, and retired cadres (with relevant documents) enjoy free entry to the water forest. 2. Teachers (with over 30 years of teaching experience), individuals over 60 years old, people with disabilities, and photographers (with relevant documents) are eligible for half-price tickets to the water forest.


3. Children under 6 years old (inclusive) or under 1.2 meters in height (inclusive) enjoy free entry to the water forest; minors aged 6 to 18 years old (inclusive) and full-time university undergraduates and below enjoy half-price tickets to the water forest.



Please note that preferential groups are required to purchase tickets at the original price for speedboats and sightseeing vehicles. For individuals between 1.2 meters (not included) and 1.5 meters (included), the cruise ticket is 60 yuan per person. The information provided above is for reference only; specific details should be based on the announcements made by the Qingshan Lake Scenic Area on the day of visit.


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