The emerald lake at Dayang Mountain has eye-catching green waters and beautiful scenery.

🌿Suzhou Emerald Lake – Detailed Address: 📍Northwest side of Dayang Mountain National Forest Park, Huqiu District, Suzhou, Jiangsu Province (navigate to "Shushan Sinopec Gas Station" or "Siji Yue Hot Spring Hotel"). Scenic Area Ticket Price: 🎫 Free. Scenic Area Recommendation Reasons: This place is simply a real-life "Wizard of Oz"! ✨Emerald Lake was originally a mining pit left over from mining. Because the minerals in the water refract a dreamy emerald green color in the sunlight, like a huge emerald inlaid in the mountains 💎, it is called "Suzhou's Little Jiuzhaigou" and "Suzhou's Maldives" by netizens! On sunny days (especially from 10:00-16:00), the lake water will show a gradient effect from Tiffany blue to emerald green 🌊, and you can take great photos with just a snap! Surrounded by tea mountains, you can also see the unique landform formed by abandoned mining pits, which is super suitable for friends who like adventure and photography. The best thing is that there are few people and beautiful scenery here, so you can avoid the crowds and enjoy the tranquility of nature 🍃. The hiking route will pass through tea gardens, blue lakes, and rock walls, all of which are full of wild fun! However, please note that this place has not been officially developed yet, and some sections require climbing with both hands and feet, which is suitable for outdoor enthusiasts who like challenges! Transportation Guide: 🚗 Self-driving: - Navigate to "Shushan Sinopec Gas Station" and park for free on the roadside (parking spaces are tight on weekends). - Or navigate to "Siji Yue Hot Spring Hotel" and go up the mountain from the small road next to the hotel. 🚌 Public Transportation: 1. Take Branch Line 2 of the tram to Tong'an Station and walk 1.7 km. 2. Or take Bus 321 to Shushan Transportation Hub Station and walk. 3. If departing from Shanghai, you can take the high-speed train to Suzhou Station, then transfer to Express Line 3 + Bus 339. Travel Guide: ⏰ Best time: Sunny days from March to June, with the best light from 10:00-16:00. 📸 Must-see spots: - Lakeside fence: Take close-up shots of the emerald green lake water 💎. - Overlook point on the top of the mountain: The panoramic view is super stunning! - Junction of the tea garden: The composition with tea trees as the foreground is super beautiful. 👟 Recommended route: 1. Leisure route: Gas station → Unrequited Love Valley → Emerald Lake → Tea Garden (about 2 hours). 2. Adventure loop: Siji Yue Hot Spring → Unrequited Love Valley → Nail Cliff → Emerald Lake → Wenshu Temple (10km, requires 4-5 hours). ⚠️ Note: Some sections require rope climbing, it is recommended to bring hiking poles and gloves! Accommodation Guide: 🏡 Nearby recommendations: - Mountain View Resort Hotel: Complete facilities, suitable for families - Shushan Village Homestay: Experience tea country life, RMB 100-200 per person. - Jinting Emerald Lakeside Homestay: The lake view room is super healing, and you can also experience farm life. Local Food Recommendations: 🍜 Must-try delicacies: 1. Cangshu Mutton: The soup is milky white, fresh but not gamey. 2. Dumb Fried Bun: The bottom is crispy and the soup is bursting! 3. Fengzhen Noodles: The "most difficult Suzhou-style noodles to make" with a super special rice wine base. 4. Biluochun Shrimp: Fried with local famous tea, the aroma is refreshing. 5. Shushan Chicken Hotpot: Farm-raised, firm meat. Other precautions: ❗️ Safety first: - Wear non-slip hiking shoes, some sections have 70-degree steep slopes. - Do not go into the water! The water in the mining pit is deep and has no protection. - Beware of villagers forcing you to buy and sell (especially at the iron gate). 🌿 Environmental protection tips: Bring your own garbage bags and leave no trace in the mountains. Do not damage tea trees and geological landscapes. ☀️ Equipment recommendations: - Must-have for sunny days: Sunscreen + hat + sunglasses. - It is recommended to wear long pants to prevent mosquito bites and scratches from branches. - Bring enough water and snacks, there are no shops in the scenic area.