Lugu Lake Cycling Guide: A leisurely ride around the lake to encounter the most beautiful scenery

Lugu Lake, a mysterious plateau freshwater lake, is famous for its clear water, the mysterious Mosuo culture, and picturesque scenery all year round. There are many ways to explore Lugu Lake, and cycling is the most free and easy one. 🚲 Recommended cycling routes The circumference of Lugu Lake is about 75 km. Cycling is mainly divided into two parts: the east line (Yunnan section) and the west line (Sichuan section). The east line has beautiful scenery and good road conditions, suitable for cycling; the west line has more mountain roads and is more challenging, but the scenery is magnificent. 🌿 Classic cycling route around the lake (clockwise cycling recommended): Daluoshui Village → Lige Peninsula → Nisai Village → Xiaoluoshui Village (east line) → Luyuan Cliff → Zhaojiawan → Walking Marriage Bridge → Daluoshui Village (west line) If you have limited physical strength, you can choose to cycle only the most scenic east line (Daluoshui—Nisai—Xiaoluoshui), which is about 20 km one way. The lake water is the clearest there, offering the best cycling experience. Must-see stops 🚩 Lige Peninsula: The most classic stop at Lugu Lake. Overlooking from the viewing platform, Lige Peninsula is like a green emerald inlaid in the lake. It's super beautiful for taking photos! 🚩 Nisai Village: One of the villages with the most beautiful lakeside scenery. You can stop for a cup of coffee and enjoy the tranquil lake. 🚩 Walking Marriage Bridge: A symbol of the Mosuo people's walking marriage culture. Standing on the bridge, you can overlook the lake and wetlands. 🚩 Luyuan Cliff: This is the outlet of Lugu Lake, regarded as a sacred place by the locals. Standing on the edge of the cliff, you can overlook the blue lake water. 🚲 Bike rental & fees 🏠 Rental locations: There are bike rental spots in Daluoshui Village and Lige Village. Mountain bikes are recommended for easier cycling. 💰 Rental price: Ordinary bicycles 30-50 yuan/day, electric bicycles 80-120 yuan/day (reservations recommended). 🍱 Supplies & precautions ✅ Food: There are small restaurants and supermarkets along the way, and there are good restaurants in Lige Village and Nisai Village. ✅ Sunscreen: The plateau has strong sunlight, so bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat. ✅ Climate: There is a large temperature difference between day and night, so remember to bring a light jacket.