Zhongxiang Shimen Reservoir

Zhongxiang Shimen Reservoir

Zhongxiang Shimen Reservoir is a national water conservancy scenic area.

It’s the perfect time to relax and unwind. If you don’t want to embark on a long and tiring trip, nor waste your holiday being bored at home, then visiting Shimen Reservoir for sightseeing and enjoying some fishing by the water is a great choice. You can get close to nature and also savor authentic green farmhouse cuisine.

Are you familiar with Shimen Reservoir if you’re in Hubei, or even right here in Zhongxiang? Shimen Reservoir is the first large-scale reservoir in Hubei Province, built with state investment. It is located at the foot of Liaojue Mountain in the southern foothills of the Dahong Mountain Range, southeast of Zhongxiang City. The reservoir is a large artificial lake that combines pristine natural scenery, unique cultural landscapes, and beautiful rural vistas, making it an area rich in tourism resources.

The air at Shimen Reservoir is incredibly fresh. The blue-green mountains and gently rippling waters instantly make every visitor feel far removed from the hustle and bustle of the city, bringing a sense of peace and tranquility. The benevolent enjoy the mountains, the wise enjoy the water. Wandering amidst the green hills and clear waters of the countryside, quietly fishing, one can feel a wonderful harmony between humans and nature, as the essence of heaven and earth flows all around. This leisurely and carefree feeling is truly an enjoyment beyond words.

Shimen Reservoir is vast and deep, with crystal-clear water. Its grandeur is far beyond comparison with small ponds, and it is home to a wide variety of fish species, mostly large ones such as bream, carp, grass carp, and red-tailed fish. Anglers can not only enjoy the pleasure of fishing in natural waters but also experience the joy of reeling in plenty of catches. Sometimes, there’s even the chance to hook a big fish. It’s definitely a spot worth exploring for fishing enthusiasts.

Fishing not only means serenity and leisure, but also freedom and contentment. With green mountains, clear waters, trees, grass, birdsong, and floral scents, it offers a unique kind of fun. The worries and fatigue of work are all left behind, as you focus entirely on the movement of the float. The thrill and delight of a fish biting the hook and the excitement of reeling it in—how can it not fill you with joy and exhilaration? No wonder some praise fishing as a leisure activity that possesses “the splendor of painting, the elegance of poetry, the wisdom of chess, and the openness of travel.”

Route to Shimen Reservoir: Zhongxiang City — Jiuli — Panshilin — Shimen Reservoir, approximately 20 kilometers

Fishing fee: 30 RMB on days with good fish activity, 20 RMB on other days

Free fishing tip: Dine or stay at Xinyi Mountain Villa at Shimen Reservoir to enjoy free fishing. For inquiries, call: 0724-4276077

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Nearby attractions: Shimen Reservoir serves as the gateway to Dakou National Forest Park and is adjacent to the World Cultural Heritage Site Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum, the Hubei Provincial Tourist Town Huangxian Cave, and the former residence of the legendary maiden Mochou.