Bosten Lake

Bosten Lake is vast under the blue sky and white clouds, like a quiet gem shining in the desert. Bosten Lake is the largest inland freshwater lake in China, integrating desert and lake scenery. It is rich in natural resources such as aquatic products, reeds and wetlands. It is the largest fishery production base in Xinjiang, one of the four reed areas in China and a national wetland park.

The total mileage of the highway around Bosten Lake is 239.2 kilometers, connecting many tourist attractions such as the Bosten Lake, Lianhai World and Egret Island.
 

Facts of Bosten Lake

As the largest inland freshwater lake in China, Bosten Lake is only 14 kilometers away from Bohu County and 24 kilometers away from Yanqi County. Bosten Lake is 1,048 meters above sea level, 55 kilometers long from east to west and 25 kilometers wide from north to south. Its shape is like a triangular, with an area of 988 square kilometers. There are dozens of small lakes of different sizes in the southwest of the Great Lakes, with a total area of 1,228 square kilometers and a lake capacity of about 10 billion cubic meters.
 

What to See at Bosten Lake

Picturesque Natural Scenery

The natural landscape of Bosten Lake is rich and varied, with both vast waters and dense reeds. In summer, reeds and cattails grow thickly around the lake. And the Bosten Lake is clear and crystal, with various water plants and flowers such as lotus flowers and water lilies blooming. Besides, waterfowl nests on the water surface can be seen everywhere. Boating on the lake, all kinds of waterfowl pass by and overhead from time to time, and it is joyful to listen to the birds and smell the refreshing fragrance of the lotus. Tasting the delicious fish here is worth trying. In winter, the Bosten Lake is frozen with the surface of the lake like a mirror, which is a natural ice sports venues.

Xihai Lake
At Bosten Lake, you can relax yourselves at the sandy shores of the Xihai Lake. Walking on the soft sands near the crystal and blue lake of Xihai Lake is just like walking on the seaside, which is comfortable and relaxing. You can also enjoy the stunning sunrise or sunset near the lake. And boating on the lake is also a special experience. 
 

Things to Do at Bosten Lake

Watch Birds

Since March, tens of thousands of migratory birds, such as swans, geese and wild ducks, have migrated from the south to stop and multiply. At the Bosten Lake, you can see the scene of birds flying and fish leaping, forming a harmonious natural picture with reeds and deserts. Bosten is the paradise for bird-watching lovers and photography lovers. Here you can watch the migratory birds and get impressive photos.
 

Feed seagulls

With the temperature rising and the blue waves rippling on the lake, tourists can go for an outing and feed seagulls at the Bosten Lake. You can feel the tranquility and comfort of the blue sky mirroring in the blue lake, which form one integrated mass. But the vegetation in some areas has not completely turned green at Bosten lake.
 

Know about the culture of the local ethic groups

Bosten Lake is not only the largest inland freshwater lake in China, but also an important tourism resource and ecosystem. Through effective management and protection, the ecological environment of Bosten Lake has been significantly improved, attracting a large number of tourists to visit. At the same time, Bosten Lake is rich in historical and cultural heritage, providing more travel experiences for tourists. Visiting Bosten Lake, you can know about the life, customs, history and culture about the local ethic groups. And you can also experience the life of the local people.

Best Time to Visit Bosten Lake

The best time to visit Bosten Lake is May to September with pleasant weather and most beautiful scenery. In April and May, the grasslands near Bosten Lake turn green and the migratory birds start to fly to Bosten Lake, where you can see the birds as well as beautiful surrounding landscapes. Summer(June to August) is the peak season of Xinjiang travel, when you can see colorful wild flowers, lush grasslands and deserts at the Bosten Lake. And summer is also suitable for boating on the lake. In autumn, the grasslands turn golden and the temperature is comfortable. If you prefer autumn scenery with less crowds, you can visit Bosten Lake in autumn. Bosten Lake is also beautiful in winter, when most of the lake may be frozen, and the lake and the deserts are covered by snow. If you prefer snow scenery and peaceful atmosphere, you can visit Bosten Lake in winter.
 

How to Get to Bosten Lake

Bosten Lake is only 14 kilometers away from Bohu County, you can take taxi for private car to get to Bosten Lake from Bohu County.