Dianshan Hu Lake

Address: Dianshan Lake (Dianshan Hu), Chongming District / Qingpu District border, near Shanghai

Dianshan Hu (Dianshan Lake) is the largest freshwater lake within the municipal boundaries of Shanghai, located in the city’s western Qingpu District. The lake is an important local water body and recreational area with boating and shoreline parks used by residents and visitors.

Shorelines contain wetlands and agricultural areas and the lake serves as a regional freshwater resource. The lake is linked by road to nearby historical water towns and suburban districts of Shanghai.

Dianshan Lake lies in western Shanghai’s Qingpu District, west of the urban core and near well-known water-town attractions; it forms part of the lower Yangtze delta landscape and is accessible from Shanghai by regional roads and public transport.

• Visitor note: The lake functions as a freshwater resource and recreational area for western Shanghai; nearby water towns such as Zhujiajiao are common day-trip destinations.

From central Shanghai, take Line 17 of the metro to Zhujiajiao for western access, or drive about 1-1.5 hours depending on traffic (approximately 40-60 km). Local buses and hired taxis connect Zhujiajiao, Qingpu or Chongming side docks; renting a bike once at the shore is a good way to explore the flat lakeside roads.

• Rent a small boat to explore the lake's western shore - much of the scenery is visible only from the water.
• Bring insect repellent during summer months; the reed beds attract mosquitos.
• If visiting from Shanghai, combine Dianshan Hu with nearby Zhujiajiao water-town for a quieter contrast.