Zhongxiang Shimen Reservoir

　　It’s the perfect time to relax and unwind. If you don’t want to travel long distances or endure the fatigue of a trip, but also don’t wish to waste your holiday being bored at home, then visiting Shimen Reservoir for sightseeing and fishing is also a great choice. You can get close to nature and enjoy authentic green farmhouse cuisine at the same time!

　　Are you familiar with Shimen Reservoir if you’re in Hubei, or even right in Zhongxiang? Shimen Reservoir is the first large-scale reservoir built in Hubei Province with state investment. It is located at the foot of Liaojue Mountain in the 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 pastoral views, offering extremely rich tourism resources.

　　The air at Shimen Reservoir is very 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 calm and peace. The benevolent enjoy the mountains, the wise enjoy the water. Wandering amidst the green mountains and clear waters of the countryside, quietly fishing, humans and nature blend beautifully here, with the essence of heaven and earth flowing all around. This leisurely comfort 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 many 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 a chance to hook a big fish — it’s definitely a spot worth exploring for fishing enthusiasts.

　　Fishing not only means tranquility and leisure, but also freedom and contentment. With green mountains, clear waters, trees, grass, birdsong, and floral scents, it offers a unique kind of joy. Leave the worries and fatigue of work behind, and focus entirely on the movement of the float. The thrill and delight of reeling in a fish when it bites the hook — how can it not stir excitement and joy? No wonder some praise fishing as a leisure activity that possesses “the splendor of admiring paintings, the elegance of reciting poetry, the wisdom of playing chess, and the openness of traveling.”

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

　　　

　　Fishing fee: 30 yuan per day when fish are abundant, 20 yuan at other times

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

　　13477562810

　　Nearby attractions: Shimen Reservoir is the gateway to the Dakou National Forest Park and is adjacent to the Ming Xiaoling Tomb (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), Huangxian Cave (a famous tourist town in Hubei Province), and the former residence of the legendary Lady Mochou.