Taiping Lake Cycling and Camping Guide: 83 Kilometers of Lakeshore, a Hidden Emerald-Grade Grassland

Taiping Lake is not Qiandao Lake, but it is wilder than Qiandao Lake! Here, an 83-kilometer loop road connects 22 bends, grasslands, and ancient villages, making it an ideal place for autumn cycling and camping. Free cycling greenways + off-the-beaten-path secret spots fully revealed.
🏕️ Cycling + Camping Combo
Day 1: North Shore Challenge Line
Route: Taiping Lake Muxin Hotel → Longmen Tunnel (22 bends) → Su Xuelin Former Residence, total length 30 kilometers.
Campsite: Grassland beside Longmenling Viewing Platform, where the lake turns golden like silk at sunset and offers star gazing with no light pollution at night.
Day 2: West Shore Leisure Line
Route: Water Sports Center → Egret Island → Caojiazhuang Station, total length 15 kilometers.
Campsite: Lawn by the lake at Egret Island, where you can see water birds foraging in the early morning.
🔥 Off-the-Beaten-Path Secret Spots List
Taiping Lake Double Bridges: Aerial view shows two parallel bridges like bowstrings; in the afternoon, the lake surface shines emerald green in the sunlight.
Dongtian Bay Stone Forest: Karst rocks turn golden at dusk, resembling an alien landscape.
Fishing Village Pier: Docked sailboats and cyclists in the same frame, perfect for shooting dynamic “breaking the wind” themed videos.
Yongfeng Ancient Village: Although the rapeseed flower season is over, the Hui-style architecture reflected in the lake light is perfect for sketching.
🎒 Gear and Supplies
Bike Rental: Taiping Lake Muxin Hotel offers free mountain bikes for guests, or you can rent electric-assist bikes at the Water Sports Center (50 RMB/day).
Camping Gear: Tents can be rented at the hotel (100 RMB each), including moisture-proof mats; you can bring your own food for lakeside barbecues (in designated areas).
Energy Stations: Along the way, local farms sell Mao tofu and spring water instant noodles; there is a coffee truck in the Xinhua Township section.
💡 Safety Tips
Control your speed on cliffside roads; beginners are advised to join local cycling groups (which provide support vehicles).
Autumn has large temperature differences between day and night; bring a down liner sleeping bag for camping. There are many wild animals, so store food sealed.