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Notable lake · Tacheng Prefecture, Xinjiang

Ailik Lake

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Ailik Lake is a lake in Tacheng Prefecture, Xinjiang.

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Ailik Lake: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this lake: Full / gates open · Low water level · Entry closed.

Best time to visit Ailik Lake

Season: August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

How to reach Ailik Lake — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 45.93777, 85.78728. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    Is Ailik Lake full? Are the gates open?

    No visitor has reported the water level status for Ailik Lake yet. Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Busiest: Weekends and long holidays.

    What is the best time to visit Ailik Lake?

    August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near Ailik Lake?

    Nearby: Lake Manasi (lake, 24 km), Fengcheng Reservoir (lake, 42 km), World Ghost Town Scenic Area (attraction, 25 km), Baiyang River Canyon (attraction, 44 km), 奥林匹克广场 (park, 73 km), 憩园广场 (park, 74 km).

    Is Ailik Lake worth visiting?

    Ailik Lake is listed as a notable lake in Xinjiang on Spotwander.