Dau Tieng Lake

Dau Tieng Lake is an artificial reservoir on the Saigon River spanning Tay Ninh, Binh Duong and Binh Phuoc provinces, with its main dam in Dau Tieng District, about 80 km northwest of Ho Chi Minh City. Completed in 1985, it is Vietnam's largest man-made lake, covering about 270 sq km. Known for vast open water, scattered islands, irrigation function and views toward Ba Den Mountain, it is a day-trip destination for sightseeing, boating and camping.

Visitors can expect a vast open reservoir with calm water, grassy and sandy shorelines, and scattered small islands such as Nhim Island. The setting is rural and open, with views of Ba Den Mountain in the distance. Areas to explore include the dam embankment, lakeside roads, fishing spots, and camping and picnic areas. Activities commonly available include sightseeing, photography, boating with local operators, fishing, cycling along the shore, and seasonal camping.