New Hiking Experience at Dongjiang Lake

When you come to Chenzhou, you must check in at the fairyland—Dongjiang Lake! Here, not only can you witness the stunning "Mist over Little Dongjiang," but also enjoy the shimmering lake and mountain scenery, perfect for capturing breathtaking photos anytime 📸

🚶‍♂️Recommended One-Day Tour Route:
06:00 Get up early and head straight to the [Mist over Little Dongjiang Viewing Platform]!
- Be sure to arrive at Viewing Platform No. 2 before 6:30
- Best viewing time: 6:30-8:30
- Fishermen’s net casting show: on the hour (recommended to watch at 7 and 8 o’clock)

09:00 Take a boat tour of the main Dongjiang Lake scenic area
- Boat route: Visitor Center → Doushuai Cave → Dam Pier
- Boat ride duration: about 30 minutes
- Special reminder: The second deck offers the best view and great photo opportunities!

11:00 Explore [Doushuai Lingyan Cave]
- The cave maintains a constant temperature of about 18°C year-round, remember to bring a light jacket
- Tour duration: about 1 hour
- Inside the cave, various stalactite formations are uniquely shaped

13:00 Lunch recommendation
🍴Dongjiang Lake Fishing Village (inside the scenic area)
📍Address: Near Pier No. 2 of Dongjiang Lake Scenic Area
⭐Must-try dishes: Five ways to eat salmon, Dongjiang fish head hot pot

14:30 Visit [Longjing Canyon]
- A 2 km circular lakeside plank road
- Highlights: 18 groups of waterfalls, large and small
- Best photo spot: Milky Way Waterfall Viewing Platform

17:00 Before heading back, don’t forget to:
✨Taste freshly roasted Dongjiang small dried fish at the scenic area exit
✨Buy some local specialty fern root noodles as souvenirs

💡Useful Tips:
1. Be sure to bring your ID card! You need to exchange your online ticket for a paper ticket
2. It’s recommended to stay near the scenic area the day before; we stayed at [Dongjiang Lake Grand Hotel], just a 5-minute walk to the scenic area
3. April to October is the best time to visit, especially after rain when the mist is most spectacular
4. Food prices inside the scenic area are relatively high, so you can bring some snacks
5. Keep your belongings safe when taking the boat ride