Wild Duck Lake Wetland

　　    The Wild Duck Lake Natural Wetland Scenic Area in Shidian County is located 16 kilometers from Shidian County town and 2 kilometers from Yao Guan Township. The wetland is called "Wild Duck Lake" because wild ducks live here all year round. The lake covers an area of 680 acres, and its shores are surrounded by tens of thousands of acres of forest that blanket the mountains and islands within the scenic area. With green mountains reflected in the lake and the seamless integration of mountain, water, and island landscapes, Wild Duck Lake Wetland has long been known as the "Little Guilin of Western Yunnan." The favorable geographical environment provides ideal conditions for a variety of fish and aquatic life to thrive in the lake. Species such as hazzi fish and carp can be found here. The fish have exceptionally tender meat and offer a uniquely delicious taste, making them prized ecological delicacies. Visitors to the scenic area highly praise dishes such as steamed fish, steamed flower carp, steamed crucian carp, and spicy hot pot fish, often finding themselves lingering and reluctant to leave.

　　    Standing on the shore and gazing out, or paddling around the lake in a small, locally handmade boat; climbing onto the lake's central island to gaze at the majestic Mars Mountain in the distance and admire the quaint scenery of the small village up close—where birds fly and fish leap above the water, creating scenes that make you feel as if you are “traveling within a painting.” Strolling along the lakeside, a gentle breeze brushes past you, bringing the faint fragrance of lotus blossoms that leaves you feeling refreshed and serene.

　　    Address: 16 kilometers from Shidian County town, 2 kilometers from Yao Guan Township.