Sanjiangyuan National Park
China's Water Tower
Qinghai· Yushu
Source of the Yangtze, Yellow, and Lancang Rivers. China's first national park. Home to snow leopards and Tibetan wild asses.
Protected Area TypeNational Park
ecosystem
Alpine WetlandsmeadowGlacier
flagship species
Snow LeopardTibetan Wild AssTibetan antelope
Year Established2021
AreaApproximately 19.1 thousand km²
Hike❌ Hiking not allowed
Camp-friendly❌ Camping Not Allowed
Best season6-9
Recommended Activities
PhotographyScientific Expedition
ProvinceQinghai
CountryChina
Tickets/PricesFree (Restricted in Core Zone)