Skip the crowded West Lake boat tours and head straight to the Red Carp Pond. The density of massive, vibrant koi here is wild—bring high-quality fish food if you want them to swarm near the surface. Sunset creates a mirror effect on the water that makes for better shots than any paid park attraction. Budget about 45 minutes to loop the perimeter. Honestly, the feeding frenzy is the only reason you need to show up.
