【Hidden Gems of Lijiang】Black Dragon Pool + Qingxi Reservoir + Tinghua Valley + Lashihai Lake

🗺【Golden One-Day Itinerary】(Photography Enthusiast Edition)
⏰ 06:30 Capture sunrise at Black Dragon Pool → 08:30 Cycling at Qingxi Reservoir → 11:00 Flower field photography at Tinghua Valley → 14:30 Horse riding & boating at Lashihai Lake → 18:00 Return to Old Town
⏳ In-Depth Two-Day Tour:
Day1: Black Dragon Pool (morning) - Qingxi Reservoir (noon) - Shuhe Ancient Town (evening)
Day2: Tinghua Valley (morning) - Lashihai Lake (afternoon tea + horse riding)
📸【Four Secret Spots Revealed】
1⃣ Black Dragon Pool Park
• Best shot: Jade Dragon Snow Mountain reflection at Suocui Bridge (free before 7:00)
• Hidden gem: Dongba culture stone carvings (near north gate)
2⃣ Qingxi Reservoir
• Instagram spot: "Sky Mirror" effect on the dam (best in morning light)
• Local life: Join Naxi ethnic square dance at dusk
3⃣ Tinghua Valley
• Must-capture: Hobbit house + snow mountain flower fields (wedding photo base)
• New activity: DIY flower cake making (reservation required)
4⃣ Lashihai Lake
• Pro tip: Enter through "Wetland Park" main gate, avoid roadside touts
• Unique experience: Tea Horse Trail horse riding (bargain to 120-150 RMB/person)
🍜【Secret Food Guide】
📍 Near Black Dragon Pool
• "Dongba Valley Wild Mushroom": Matsutake chicken stew (168 RMB/pot)
• "Qingxi Reservoir Fish Farm": Freshly caught rainbow trout three ways
📍 Tinghua Valley
• Garden restaurant afternoon tea (68 RMB/set, perfect for photos)
📍 Lashihai Lake
• "Fishing Boat at Dusk": Lakeside hot pot with Naxi dance performance
⚠ Warning: Avoid roadside "10 RMB horse riding" scams!
🚗【Transport Guide】
🛵 Recommended:
• Rent e-bike (50 RMB/day) for flexible travel
• Bus: No.3 to Black Dragon Pool → No.6 to Qingxi Reservoir → Taxi to Tinghua Valley (~25 RMB)
🚙 Private car route:
Old Town → Black Dragon Pool → Qingxi Reservoir → Tinghua Valley → Lashihai Lake (~200 RMB/day)
🗺 Driving tips:
• Free parking at Tinghua Valley
• Navigate to "Wetland Park Parking" for Lashihai
🏡【Accommodation Picks】
1⃣ Black Dragon Pool area
• "InterContinental": Mountain-view rooms (800+ RMB)
• "Sesame Blooms": Designer B&B (300+ RMB)
2⃣ Qingxi Reservoir
• "Azure Seclusion": Rooftop star-gazing rooms (200+ RMB)
3⃣ Near Tinghua Valley
• "Rose Garden": Private cabin with entry ticket (500+ RMB)
4⃣ Lashihai Lake
• "Cloud Shore": Lake-view room + afternoon tea (400+ RMB)
💡【2025 Updates】
✅ Black Dragon Pool free 6:30-8:00 (arrive early for sunrise)
✅ Tinghua Valley best seasons: hydrangeas (Mar-May) / sunflowers (Jul-Sep)
✅ Lashihai Lake has softest light after 16:00
✅ Qingxi Reservoir hosts Naxi market every Wed/Sat
📌 Pro tips:
"90% fewer tourists than Old Town! Remember: ① Bring telephoto lens ② Wear anti-slip shoes (reservoir dam is slippery) ③ Pack sunscreen ④ Always buy Lashihai tickets officially"
💬 Poll:
"Which spot excites you most? ① Black Dragon reflections ② Qingxi cycling ③ Tinghua photos ④ Lashihai horse riding"