Longwan Volcanic Lake

Longwan Volcanic Lake

Known as the "Second Paradise" of Changbai Mountain, Longwan Volcanic Lake is located 20 kilometers west of Jingyu County and was formed by volcanic eruptions. The lake covers an area of 92 hectares, with well-preserved surrounding vegetation and unique natural scenery. There are over ten species of fish in the lake, and breeding farms have been established nearby to raise pheasants, snakes, geese, and other animals. Visitor reception facilities have also been built, making dining, accommodation, and sightseeing extremely convenient. Longwan Volcanic Lake boasts a serene and beautiful environment. Its water level remains stable—neither rising after prolonged rain nor dropping during severe droughts—which has captured the great interest of tourists from both China and abroad.

There are a total of six volcanic lakes in Huinan County. According to scientists, they were formed when groundwater rose and accumulated following volcanic eruptions 200,000 years ago. Surrounded by green mountains, the lakes look like a giant dragon lying by the water’s edge, which is why the volcanic lakes are also called Dragon Bays.

The six volcanic lakes are arranged in an orderly fashion along the western side of the Longgang Mountain Range, stretching from northeast to southwest, with each lake spaced about 6–7 kilometers apart. They resemble a string of six radiant pearls embedded among the undulating white mountains and steep ridges. 　

In 1992, the Longwan Tourist Area was approved as a national forest park. In recent years, the Huinan County Party Committee and County Government have increased investment in the development of Longwan. Significant construction has been carried out in areas such as communication infrastructure, accommodation, and cultural attractions. The area is being developed into a new, comprehensive multi-functional tourist destination that integrates sightseeing, hunting, skiing, ice-skating, recuperation, and scientific research, and will be connected as one with Changbai Mountain.