Xinhekou Lake Garden in Chengjiang County, Yuxi

Chinese Name: 玉溪澄江县新河口湖滨公园
English Name: Xinkekou Lakeside Park, Chengjiang County, Yuxi
Location: North Bank of Fuxian Lake, Chengjiang, Yuxi City
Openning Time: Open Year-Round, 24 Hours a Day
Playing time: 2 hours

Overview

Xinkekou Village is a lakeside tourist town on the north bank of Fuxian Lake. Here, you’ll find expansive lakeside wetland scenery, characteristic boutique inns, and local specialty dining snacks. In the summer and autumn, visitors can swim, boat, and admire the lotus flowers. In the winter and spring, large flocks of seagulls come to winter, and there is a lakeside walkway for enjoying views of the lake. The lakeside park covers an area of 92 acres, with 63 acres of land, more than 30 acres of lawn, and a 15-acre sandy swimming area. The total building area exceeds 600 square meters. The lake embankment encloses three inner lakes and features a lotus pond, cherry blossom island, maple tree island, rockery, and pavilion. Speedboats and cruise boats are available for visitors, with boat trips leading directly to the Gushan Scenic Area via the Haimen Yudai River. There are over 100 sets of stone tables and benches for visitors to rest. In Xingyun Lake, a solitary island of nearly 2 acres has been created, providing a serene fishing spot as well as a place to enjoy the lake’s scenery and mountains.

Within the park, winding paths laid with rocks, along with lush green hedges and flower trellises, connect yet separate areas like the bonsai garden, flower garden, stele pavilion, tea room, reading room, and children’s playground, creating a harmonious blend of openness and enclosure. More than 100 species of precious flowers, grasses, and trees are planted in the park, including Mexican cypress, dragon claw locust, cedar, maple, camphor tree, camellia, cherry blossom, dawn redwood, sweet osmanthus, southern magnolia, plane tree, and oleander, with various plant viewing points established according to the design plan.

key features

Lakeside Wetlands

  • The park features extensive lakeside wetland scenery, providing a beautiful natural environment rich in wildlife.

Recreational Activities

  • Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities, such as swimming, boating, and viewing lotus flowers in the warmer months, as well as birdwatching, particularly watching migratory seagulls in the winter and spring.

Scenic Walkways

  • The park includes a lakeside promenade or boardwalk that allows visitors to take in the stunning views of the lake and surrounding landscapes.

Park Size and Amenities

  • Covering 92 acres, the park includes 63 acres of land, over 30 acres of lawn, a 15-acre sandy swimming area, and more than 600 square meters of built-up space featuring various amenities.

Landscape Features

  • The park is designed with landscaped areas that include a lotus pond, cherry blossom island, maple tree island, rockeries, and pavilions for relaxation and viewing.

Recreational Facilities

  • There are speedboats and cruise boats available for hire, allowing visitors to explore nearby scenic areas, including the Gushan Scenic Area.

Rest Areas

  •  The park provides over 100 sets of stone tables and benches for visitors to take a break and enjoy the surroundings.

Isolated Island:

  • An island within Xingyun Lake offers a tranquil spot for fishing and enjoying the natural beauty of the lake and mountains.

Floral and Plant Diversity

  • The park features more than 100 species of ornamental plants, including exotic trees and flowers such as Mexican cypress, cedar, cherry blossom, and camellias, enhancing the park’s ecological diversity and beauty.

Serene Atmosphere

  • The park’s design integrates quiet pathways and lush greenery, creating a serene atmosphere that encourages relaxation and enjoyment of nature.

Transportation 

Self-Driving from Kunming

  • Plan 1: 1 hour and 10 minutes, approximately 72.9 kilometers.
  • Plan 2: 1 hour and 11 minutes, approximately 78.7 kilometers.
  • Plan 3: 1 hour and 17 minutes, approximately 76.1 kilometers.

Climates of Chengjiang County

The climate within Chengjiang County belongs to four climatic types: central Asian subtropical, northern subtropical, southern temperate, and central temperate. The annual average temperature ranges from 11.9 to 17.5℃, with an extreme maximum temperature of 33.7℃ and an extreme minimum temperature of -3.9℃. The number of frost days varies from a maximum of 46 days to a minimum of 9 days. The total annual sunshine hours amount to 2,172.3 hours, with a sunshine rate of 50%. The total annual radiation is 122,210 calories per square centimeter.