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Dongjiang Lake Tourism Area

5A Tourism Area

Designated 2015

Dongjiang Lake Tourism Area

郴州市东江湖旅游区

Hunan, Chenzhou★ 4.5Designated 2015·27.9932°N, 112.8995°E

Ticket Price

CNY 80

Duration

3 to 5 hours

Rating

4.5 / 5.0

Designated

2015

About Dongjiang Lake Tourism Area

Dongjiang Lake in Chenzhou, Hunan, is famed for the morning mist that floats across its 'Small Dongjiang' stretch, a dreamlike scene beloved by photographers. Boats glide past emerald islets, and hot-spring resorts dot the shore.

Highlights

Dongjiang Lake reservoir and the famous dawn 'misty floating fishing rafts' at Xiaodongjiang, plus the Doushuai karst cave and waterfall.

Suggested Route

Arrive at dawn for the misty Xiaodongjiang (best 6-8am), then boat tour and cave; half-day to full day.

Food & Lodging

Dongjiang fish (fish hotpot) and local greens at lakeside restaurants; hotels in Zixing/Chenzhou.

Facilities

Boats, sightseeing bus and restrooms; boardwalks with partial steps.

Travel Tips

Check official website for current information. Respect local customs and regulations. Best visited during mild weather seasons.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November)

🏮Golden Week alert: May 1-5 and Oct 1-7 are China's biggest travel peaks — top attractions sell out days ahead. Book tickets the moment they open.

⏰Many museums and palaces close on Mondays (e.g. Forbidden City, National Museum). Plan around it.

Location

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Tickets & experiences

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Buying tickets as a foreign visitor

• Most 5A/4A sites require real-name registration — bring your passport.

• Tickets often must be booked in advance online — peak season & holidays sell out quickly.

• Some remote or border-area sites have entry restrictions for foreign visitors — check before you travel.

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Opening Hours

Peak season: 8:00-18:00; Off-season: 8:30-17:00. Boat tours operate during daylight hours.

Getting There

Nearest HSR Chenzhou West Railway Station (~40 km, bus/taxi to Zixing); ~300 km from Changsha Huanghua Airport.

Reservation

Advance online reservation advised via official platform; on-site tickets available.

Ticket Price

CNY 80 (≈ $11)

Address

Hunan Province Chenzhou City Zixing City Bailang Town

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address

郴州市东江湖旅游区

湖南省郴州市资兴市白廊镇

Hunan Province Chenzhou City Zixing City Bailang Town

27.9932, 112.8995

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