洱海
Erhai Lake loop
Erhai Lake is the second largest plateau lake in Yunnan, located in the north of Dali City. It is named because it looks like a human ear and is the location of the "moon" in "Wind, Flowers, Snow and Moon". The lake is about 1972 meters above sea level. The nineteen peaks of Cangshan Mountain are reflected in the lake, forming a classic scene of "Snow on Cangshan Mountain and Moon on Erhai Lake". Dotted around the lake are Longchun Wharf, Fengxi S Bay, Covered Bridge, Shuanglang Ancient Town, Wenbi Village and other internet celebrity spots. There are ecological corridors in Haixi (motor vehicles are not allowed), and the scattered scenic spots in Haidong are more suitable for self-driving.
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洱海
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Before you go
Check the essentials before you visit
- Booking
- Confirm reservation requirements
- Admission notes
- Check official information
- Suggested visit
- 3 hr
- Information updated
- 10/2/2026
Hours, prices, booking rules and ID requirements can change. Confirm them with the attraction before booking or setting out.
Opening hours
Confirmed opening hours are not available on this page. Check opening and last-entry times with the venue before setting out.
Getting there
It is about 130 kilometers around the lake. Private cars are not allowed to enter the Haixi Ecological Corridor, and you can only rent shared bicycles in the corridor or take the official sightseeing bus; Haidong recommends self-driving/chartering/carpooling.
Practical notes
The Erhai Lake has extremely strong ultraviolet rays, so sun protection is required no matter it is sunny or rainy; the temperature difference between morning and evening is large near the lake, so wear a thin coat. Pay attention to safety if the shore is slippery and do not disturb fishermen's operations. Please refer to the latest official announcement for opening, reservation and ticketing arrangements.
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