Tuyen Lam Lake, Dalat: Travel Guide

Tuesday, 25/03/2025
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Tuyen Lam Lake is one of the best destinations in Dalat with its charming and tranquil lake. If you want to explore a place for sightseeing and join  activities with your friends, Tuyen Lam lake will be a perfect option for you on your vacation. You can enjoy boating, hiking, go fishing, kayaking or admire the stunning natural beauty of Tuyen Lam lake. 

Tuyen Lam Lake Overview

  • Address: Dalat city, Lam Dong province
  • Opening hours: 24/24 hours
  • Entrance fee: Free

Tuyen Lam Lake is a freshwater lake in Vietnam with an area of 350ha, surrounded by pine forests and brings a cool and fresh atmosphere. Tuyen Lam Lake is an artificial lake built in the 1930s. At the beginning, the lake was a dam, after being renovated as a tourist place serving tourists coming here. 

Tuyen-Lam-Lake-2Tuyen Lam Lake, Dalat

 

In the past, Tuyen Lam Lake was a secret base within the Quang Trung area. In 1987, there was a dam which was built across Purle Stream to ensure water for agricultural production of Duc Trong district. So, this lake was renamed Tuyen Lam Lake with  “Tuyen” means “stream”, “Lam” stands for “forest”. 

Tuyen Lam Lake has water, forest, sky, creating a beautiful picture and majestic mountain.

How to get to Tuyen Lam Lake? 

Tuyen Lam Lake is about 7 km from Da Lat city center. There are three ways for you to get there.

The distance from Tuyen Lam Lake to Dalat is about 7km. It takes about 30minutes to transfer by car. There are 3 vehicles to get there such as private car, taxi, motorbike. 

From the city center, you get to Trieu Viet Vuong street. Continue following the instruction on the way to Truc Lam Zen Monastery. After turning right, you will see Tuyen Lam Lake. 

You can take the Dalat cable car to Truc Lam Monastery and have a walk to Tuyen Lam Lake. You choose Prenn pass about 5km, add about 1km to the left. You will see Tuyen Lam Lake.

Book a Dalat tour full day by private car is the best option. Explore many famous destinations and be comfortable between 2 other places with a private car. Smooth and safe journey. 

Best time to visit Tuyen Lam Lake

The best time to visit Tuyen Lam Lake is from November to March next year. You will have the opportunity to visit the stunning scenery of mountainous landscape, blue sky and cool water.

Taking-a-photo-at-Tuyen-Lam-LakeTaking a photo at Tuyen Lam Lake

 

Besides, tourists can explore outdoor activities without worrying about the weather. If you want to see cherry trees bloom, you can get to Dalat from January to February.  On the journey to Dalat in December, you will see the yellow ridges of wild sunflowers. 

What to do in Tuyen Lam Lake?

Camping and picnic

One of the popular activities in Tuyen Lam lake is going camping and picnicking. You can join with friends and family in the evening to enjoy BBQ and some wine. Remember some camping essentials like a tent, utensils, flashlight, picnic mat, table, chairs, trash bags... 

If you decide to stay overnight, you can wake up early and catch the first rays of the new day, and enjoy the fresh atmosphere of Tuyen Lam Lake. 

Go-picnic-at-Tuyen-Lam-LakeGo picnic at Tuyen Lam Lake

 

Visiting Truc Lam Zen Monastery

Truc Lam Zn Monastery is located on a hill overlooking the Tuyen Lam Lake. This place is spiritual and welcomes many tourists who come here annually. Visitors can stroll around beautiful manicured gardens and admire the peaceful scenery. Besides, you can join in meditation sessions led by the monks. 

Kayaking and boating on Tuyen Lam Lake

Admiring the beauty of Tuyen Lam Lake by kayaking is the best choice. You will have more hands-on experience and fully immerse yourself in stunning scenery. 

Watching the blue sky, rows of spanning pine trees and crystal clear water at Tuyen Lam Lake. Exploring Tuyen Lam lake by boat brings you to discover all of the lake. This is a way to combine nature and people. 

Admire the panoramic view of Dalat city from Pinhatt Peak

Standing from Pinhatt Peak, you can see the beautiful view of Dalat city. and the picturesque view of Tuyen Lam Lake from the colorful tile roofed houses, green alleys, Lang Biang mountain to Truc Lam Zen Monastery. 

On this peak, you can go camping, relaxing and take photos at Pinhatt Peak. 

The-beauty-view-of-Tuyen-Lam-lakeThe beauty view of Tuyen Lam lake

 

Watching sunset and sunrise on Tuyen Lam Lake

Coming to Tuyen Lam Lake, you don't pass up the stunning beauty of the lake at sunset. The sunset view here is so beautiful. You should visit the lake in the afternoon, rent a boat around the lake and see the captivating sunset view on the boat. 

Sunset-at-Tuyen-Lam-lakeSunset at Tuyen Lam lake

 

Don't forget to save this magnificent scenery with memorable photos. Each corner of Tuyen Lam Lake becomes more poetic and breathtaking, making you don't can forget. 

Enjoy coffee and see the beauty of Tuyen Lam Lake

Some coffee shops in Tuyen Lam have picturesque views. You can get and enjoy a good drink and see the breathtaking natural scenery. 

See a small cafe shop after hiking and kayaking around Tuyen Lam Lake, you should take a rest and enjoy a delicious cafe or cool water, admire the breathless surroundings.

Enjoy-coffee-at-Tuyen-Lam-LakeEnjoy coffee at Tuyen Lam Lake

 

If you don't know about the other coffee shop, you should visit The Seen House Coffee, which is surrounded by 3 sides of the picturesque pine forest of Dalat. Remember to visit this cafe to admire the peaceful nature with its stunning scenery. 

Tuyen Lam lake is one of the best destinations in Dalat to relax, escape from the hustling city life. Explore the trip with the car rental service of Vietnam Trust Car Rental company, creating many memorable experiences with families. 

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