Sand Lake (Shahu)
沙湖旅游景区 · Shā Hú Lǚyóu Jǐngqū
A broad reedy lake right next to sand dunes north of Yinchuan: boats through the reeds to the desert side, birdlife in spring and autumn, and sand activities.
No booking neededBring your passportHalf a day
Tip
Best from May to early October; in midsummer the reeds are green and the lotus flowers out. Bring sun cream and sunglasses: the light off sand and water is strong.
- Opening hours
- About 08:00–17:00 (winter hours set by the scenic area).
- Price
- Entry about ¥50 (official listing); boats and desert activities cost extra. Check when booking. To be confirmed
- How to book
- Buy at the gate or on Trip.com with your passport.
- Getting there
- About 55 km north of Yinchuan, roughly 1 hour by car. Buses towards Shizuishan/Pingluo pass the turn-off, and seasonal direct tourist buses run from the city; DiDi or a hired car is simplest To be confirmed
- Address in Chinese
- 宁夏回族自治区石嘴山市平罗县沙湖旅游区
Photo: Liuxingy · CC BY-SA 4.0
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