So, why don't you think about going fishing with your family and friends? This interesting recreational activity helps your spirit be healthy and brings you closer to nature. Here are some of the most popular natural fishing spots near Hanoi.

Dong Mo Lake

Only 50km from Hanoi, Dong Mo Lake is not only famous for its beauty every sunset, but it is also a fishing lake favoured by many Hanoians. Many fish, including carp, black pike and perch, can be found here. Those interested in fishing will be satisfied with their passion here.

You can visit Dong Mo Lake Ecological Area, Phan Thi Villa and the golf course for the best experience. With the beautiful natural scenery, the experience of camping in the 200ha - Dong Mo Lake is something you should not miss. You can camp at Camping Sport Dong Mo, Camp Son Tinh 2 and 3.

Address: Son Tay, Hanoi

Fishing price: Free

Dong Do Lake

Not only famous as a beautiful camping site and good resort, Dong Do Lake also has abundant aquatic products. You can fish black pike weighing more than 10kg, and all completely free. You can go with your family to enjoy camping. All rental services for tents are very affordable. With a large lake, you can rent SUP to paddle yourself around.

Address: Minh Tan Village, Minh Tri Commune, Soc Son District, Hanoi.

Fishing price: Free

Nui Bau Lake

Nui Bau Lake is located at the foot of Ham Lon Mountain in Soc Son District. It has become a familiar destination among natural fishing lakes in Hanoi. You can catch many kinds of fish here. The surrounding space is also very poetic and charming, and you should avoid contaminating the water source.

Address: Thanh Ha Village, Nam Son Commune, Soc Son District, Hanoi.

Fishing price: Free

Hong River

The Hong (Red) River stretches from Lao Cai Province to the lowlands of the Red River Delta. The centre of the lowlands area is Hanoi.

Fishing in the Red River attracts many fishermen in the capital and some neighbouring provinces. There are a variety of fish species, such as tilapia, carp, grey mullet and hemibagrus.

June to December is the ideal time to catch big fish. In addition, this is also when fish of the carp family move upstream and find beautiful places to lay their eggs every year.

Sitting at the Red River bank, you can relax, admire the scenery, and enjoy the air while waiting for the fish to bite.

Address: The area next to Hong Van Port or the foot of Vinh Tuy bridge towards Bat Trang Dike.

Fishing price: Free

Chom Nui Lake

It only takes two hours from the city centre to reach the lake in Soc Son District. It is a natural fishing lake with airy space and rich aquatic life. You will be satisfied when you fish here. As well as carp and mudfish, you can also catch many other types of fish. The fishing spots around the lake are beautiful and relaxing. If you want to camp in Chom Nui Lake, you should come here in the dry season; in the rainy season, the campsite will be flooded.

Address: Nam Son Commune, Soc Son District, Hanoi.

Fishing price: Free

Duong River

Along the banks of the Duong River are many large, long and wide stone embankments. To harvest a lot of fish on the river, you should fish around 6.30am – 9.00am or 4pm – 7pm. The space in the Duong River is suitable for people to go fishing. You can bring food and drinks to camp.

Address: along Duong River dike, Kim Son embankment area.

Fishing price: Free

Quan Son Lake

Quan Son Lake is also a natural fishing lake worth visiting in Hanoi with many kinds of fish. It is also a tourist and camping place for your family and friends at the weekend.

Spanning around 850ha in the territory of five communes of My Duc District, the beautiful scenery is the combination of the sky, water and 100 limestone mountains, somewhat similar to that of UNESCO World Heritage site Ha Long Bay, in the northern province of Quang Ninh.

The surrounding vegetation is rich and green in four seasons, creating a sense of peace. So if you fish in Quan Son, you can release your soul, enjoy the cool air and admire the spacious landscape.

Address: My Duc District, Hanoi.

Fishing price: VND100,000 – VND300,000

Natural fishing is great for a weekend of entertainment. Hopefully, with the above suggestions, you will choose a place to experience the feeling of being close to nature and the feeling of sublimation when you catch a big fish. 

Source: Vietnam News