Begin your cycling adventure by picking up your professional mountain bike and helmet. If you're visiting in the summer, sunscreen and mosquito repellent are available to keep you comfortable. After your ride, take advantage of the free shower facilities at the rental store.

Set off on a 32-kilometer lakeside cycling loop, or choose a lighter ride with the scenic half-loop, covering 11 kilometers one way or 22 kilometers round trip. As you pedal, admire the misty rain shrouding clusters of metasequoia trees and the duckweed glistening on the lake.

With a stroke of luck, you may spot adorable deer and a family of black swans roaming around. Stop at rest stations, including Taiyangwan, Yueliangwan, and Moshikeng, equipped with restrooms and vending machines. Street stalls along the way sell grilled sausages, fresh fruits, and more.