Qingshan Lake Scenic Area / 青山湖风景区

Category:
Nature

Why Visit:

Famous floating cypress forest unique to eastern China
Excellent kayaking and paddleboarding destination
Beautiful scenery throughout the four seasons
Less crowded than West Lake.

Suggested Duration:
3–5 hours

Best Visiting Time:
08:00–10:00 or 15:00–17:00

Suitable For:

Nature lovers
Outdoor enthusiasts
Couples

Tips:

October–December is considered the best season when the bald cypress trees turn vibrant shades of orange and red
Rent a kayak or electric boat to explore the flooded forest
Visit on weekdays for a quieter experience
Bring sun protection during summer.

Admission Type:
Paid Ticket

Reservation Required:
No

Reservation Max.:
Some boating and seasonal activities may require advance booking during holidays.

Opening Hours:
08:00–17:30 (Last entry at 17:00)

Address (English & Chinese):
Entrance/Exit of Liuzhuang Station, Jinbei Subdistrict, Lin’an District, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province
浙江省杭州市临安区锦北街道柳庄驿站出入口 (4A 景区)

Amaps Link:
https://surl.amap.com/113Cn5g49MM

Baidu Link:
https://j.map.baidu.com/fb/NV

Note:
Park admission; boating activities charged separately. Ticket price: 40 元 for water forest, 100 元 for water forest + boat (kayaking not included), and 120 元 for water forest + speedboat.