A Complete Guide to Family Trips at Chaka Salt Lake: Take the Kids to Check in at the Mirror of the Sky Without Any Pitfalls!

🔖 Weather is the soul!

Chaka Salt Lake on sunny and cloudy days is like two different worlds! When traveling with kids, be sure to check the weather in advance. Under blue skies and white clouds, the salt lake is like a mirror; on cloudy days, the water looks gray and dull, greatly reducing the experience～

🔖 Choosing between two scenic spots? Easy to decide!

Chaka Salt Lake is divided into two areas: the Mirror of the Sky and Sky No.1. For family trips, it’s recommended to head straight to the Mirror of the Sky! The natural scenery is classic and perfect for kids to run freely; Sky No.1 is more of a trendy amusement spot, which may not be suitable for very young children.

🔖 Time-saving and effortless entry guide

1️⃣ Ticket purchase: Buy tickets at the second-floor visitor center or online platforms. Make sure to choose the correct scenic area! Zhejiang residents are free (just show your ID card).

2️⃣ Shuttle bus service: Scan the code to register and take the free blue bus to the salt lake entrance. Remember to scan the code on the second floor before going downstairs to queue～

3️⃣ Three options for entering the park:

✅ Recommended option two: Take the electric cart to the Salt Sculpture Plaza (💰5 yuan/person), then walk into the lake. Best value for money!

❌ The small train has very long queues (1-2 hours under the sun) and you cannot stop freely to take photos along the way, so be cautious when bringing kids!

🔖 Family-friendly route + hidden gems

📍 Four stops to check in at the Mirror of the Sky:

First stop: Salt Sculpture Plaza – giant salt sculptures are stunning and perfect for kids to have fun and take photos!

Second stop: Tianlu Yingchen – fewer people, beautiful scenery, pure background for great photos.

Third stop: Tianji Xinyue – rent shoe covers to wade in the water! (💰10 yuan) The salt lake can corrode shoes, so don’t be stingy! You can also try the salt lake ice cream～

Fourth stop: Tianjing Bishui – mint green lake water + popular photo spot, an excellent place for family photo shoots!

📌 Thoughtful tips:

Sun protection! Sun protection! Sun protection! Sunglasses + silk scarf make photos beautiful and provide shade.

Entering the park in the evening is more comfortable; the sunset at the salt lake is breathtaking～

At the exit, a small wooden cabin offers free edible salt from the salt lake, don’t miss it! (We missed it ourselves 😭)

Altitude is about 3100 meters, prepare children’s altitude sickness medicine or oxygen bottles to avoid discomfort.