A pleasant relief from the bustle of China…
Songshan Lake is one of the most beautiful spots in Dongguan, China, where I was living and working as an English teacher. This is definitely one of my favourite places where I often headed to when I needed to clear my mind, get some rest, jog and workout. Do you still remember Finding my passion for yoga in China post? The photos were taken there so you may be already familiar with the landscape.
Songshan Lake is an extremely popular hangout for locals and visitors alike, especially during the summer heat. It’s a perfect tourist spot for cycling fun as it has quite a number of picturesque spots for rest.
Family are bike fanatics are spotted here every day.
The Songshan Lake is surrounded by lush green hills that are loaded with wildlife, while activities abound. The Science and Industrial Park is ideal for inquisitive kids with its many fun hands-on exhibits.
The road is only for not motorized users and is almost flat all the way long.
You should be mindful to expect a large crowd after 10am. All locals and tourists go there during weekends, late afternoons, long major holidays in China so you will be swarmed with tourists both local and out of province.
There are a lot of scenic spots good for pictures and even a beach along the trek here.
The surrounding of the late is relatively clean, but not the lake water. There are some facilities built around the lake, but they are poorly managed and maintained.
Although there are plenty of bicycles here, this place is still peaceful and spacious. It’s also good for dating, picnic and jogging.
The view is fantastic and the food just at the entrance of the Park is numerous and delicious.
Travel tips
How to get to Songshan Lake
The lake can be easily reached from Guangzhou and Shenzhen if you are around. You have to take a train or a bus going to Da Lang, Dongguan (RMB 60) and take any local yellow bus going to Songshan Lake (RMB 2). The whole journey should last no longer than 4 hours in total. It takes around 3 hours to cycle around the lake.
Bike rental in Songshan Lake
Different bikes are available at the entrance – from mountain bikes to tandems. It usually costs RMB 50 a day.
How do you like this place? Would you like to cycle around the lake?
16 thoughts on “China Travel: Songshan Lake in Dongguan”
This is where you practiced Yoga while living in Dongguan, Agness. The place looks very peaceful and quite and seems to be the perfect surrounding for doing Yoga, although I can imagine how crowded it is in th afternoon and during the weekends and public holidays. I can imagine that the photos bring back great memories to you.
Yes, exactly! Miss it these days a lot :).
It looks like a beautiful place to spend the day!
I loved the place, really!
looks like a good break from the mega cities of China!
Yes, definitely!
Looks so peaceful, all your posts are reminding me that I must head to China soon! :-)
It’s a lovely place!
What a beautiful setting to practise yoga. Looks magical, wish I could be there right now.
Thanks, Anna. That’s true – the place was stunning!
I love the fact that everything is so calm, peaceful and serene and most importantly, no people!
When I think of China, I think of masses and masses of people, so it’s really nice to know that you can still carve out your own little meditating corner. :)
Me too. One of the places where you can find the inner peace! <3!!
i like this place is amazing !!! i will love to do a picnic in that place
I’m glad you like it, Izy!
You guys never cease to educate me about new places that I’ve never heard of <3
Thanks a lot, Tim!! <3!!