A Guide to Visiting Qingshan Lake Water Forest

Here's the ultimate guide to Qingshan Lake Water Forest: Basic Information • Opening hours: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, last entry at 4:30 pm; Night tour: 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. • Ticket price: 40 CNY/person, or 29.9 CNY if purchased through the "Hangzhou Culture and Tourism Benefits Card" mini-program. • Location: Qingshan Lake Scenic Area, Jinbei Subdistrict, Technology Avenue, Lin'an District, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province. Transportation • By car: Navigate to "Eight Hundred Miles Liuzhuang Post Station Parking Lot" or "Qingshan Lake Water Forest Parking Lot." Parking is 5 CNY/hour, and spaces are limited. Consider parking at the Lin'an District Administrative Service Center Parking Lot during holidays. • By subway: Take Subway Line 16 and exit at either Bailili Station (Exit C1) or Qingshan Lake Station (Exit D). The scenic area is a 10–15 minute walk from either station. Suggested Routes • Free route: Walk from Bailili Station or Qingshan Lake Station to the Qingshan Lake Greenway. You can enjoy some views of the water forest for free along the greenway. • Paid route: Purchase a ticket to enter the water forest. Follow the boardwalk through the forest to the circular platform for a rest and photo opportunities. You can also go to the dock to try kayaking. Activities • Kayaking: Single kayak 120 CNY/hour, double kayak 220 CNY/hour. Tickets can be purchased at the visitor center at the main entrance or at the entrance to the water forest park. • Greenway cycling: You can bring your own bicycle or rent one at the entrance. Electric vehicles are not allowed. Food and Drinks Food and drink options are limited inside the scenic area. It is recommended to bring your own food and water. You can also buy snacks like sausages at the visitor center entrance. Things to Note • Purchase the Hangzhou Culture and Tourism Benefits Card 2 hours in advance. • There are mosquitoes and insects in the forest, so bring mosquito repellent. • It's best to use the restroom before kayaking. • Wear less saturated clothing for better photos. Best Time to Visit • Seasonal features: April–May for spring "matcha green"; mid-October to mid-December for red cedar trees (before the duckweed turns yellow). • Specific times: The light is soft before 10:00 am and after 3:00 pm, making it ideal for taking photos.