Lengshuikeng Visitor Center

Just an hour from Taipei Main Station, Yangmingshan is the perfect getaway from the city buzz. 🏞️ From steaming volcanic landscapes at Xiaoyoukeng, to the wide open Qingtiangang Grassland, and seasonal flower fields in Zhuzihu — this place is a dream for nature lovers, hikers, and photographers alike. 📸 🚆 How to Get There 🚊MRT + 🚌 Bus: Take the Red Line to Jiantan Station, then hop on Bus R5 or S15 straight to Yangmingshan. 🚏Direct Bus: Bus 260 from Taipei Main Station ➝ Yangmingshan Bus Terminal. 🚕Taxi/Uber: Around 30–40 mins if you want convenience, especially with friends. 🐄 Qingtiangang Grassland (擎天崗) Known as the “Green Carpet of Taipei”, Qingtiangang is a highland meadow formed by volcanic activity. The area is covered in lush grasslands and dotted with grazing cattle, making it feel like a scene out of a countryside postcard. ♨️ Hiking to Lengshuikeng Hot Springs Instead of returning the same way, you can take a scenic trail from Qingtiangang to Lengshuikeng. This route lets you enjoy more of Yangmingshan’s volcanic landscapes and lush forest scenery along the way 🌿🏞️. 💡Tips: ✔️ Wear comfortable shoes 👟 for uneven trails. ✔️ Bring water and snacks — food options are limited inside. #Qingtiangang #Lengshuikeng #Yangmingshan #TaipeiTravel #TaiwanNature #ExploreTaiwan #TaipeiGetaway #HiddenGemTaipei #NatureEscape #TravelTaiwan

📍Cold Water Pit Visitor Center - Qixing Mountain Cold Water Pit Trail - Qixing Mountain Trailhead Observation Deck - Dream Lake - Cold Water Pit Visitor Center A short one-hour stroll allows you to immerse yourself in the misty matcha-green mountain scenery, feel the silver grass swaying in the breeze, enjoy the sunset glow, and marvel at the beauty of Dream Lake. The only thing to watch out for is the abundance of mosquitoes in the women's restroom at Dream Lake, so those with sensitive skin should be cautious.

Basic Information • Name: Yangmingshan National Park / Yangmingshan • Location: Border of Beitou District and Shilin District, Taipei City, Taiwan • Highlights: A popular natural and recreational destination near Taipei City, featuring mountains, hot springs, flowers, and hiking trails Attractions 1. Floral Scenery • Spring: Cherry blossoms, azaleas, and calla lilies • Summer: Hydrangeas and wild lilies • Autumn: Maple leaves and ginkgo trees • Winter: Mountain cherry blossoms and hot spring views • During flower seasons, events like the Yangmingshan Flower Festival (Cherry Blossom Festival, Calla Lily Festival in Zhuzihu) attract many visitors 2. Hot Spring Areas • Close to Beitou Hot Springs and Yangmingshan Hot Springs, offering sulfur and carbonated springs • Well-equipped with hot spring hotels and public bath facilities 3. Nature Trails and Hiking • Qixing Mountain: The highest peak in Taipei City, offering hiking routes with views of the Taipei Basin • Lengshuikeng, Qingtiangang, and Datun Mountain trails: Grasslands, volcanic terrain, and sulfur vents 4. Geological and Volcanic Features • Part of the Datun Volcano Group, known for craters, fumaroles, and hot springs • Qingtiangang's vast grasslands with grazing cattle are a popular photo spot 5. Historical and Cultural Sites • Yangming Shuwu: A former residence of Chiang Kai-shek and Chiang Ching-kuo • Zhuzihu: Known for its calla lily fields and unique restaurants Transportation • Bus: Take Taipei City buses 260, Red 5, 108, 109, etc., to major attractions • Driving: Drive from Taipei City via Yangmingshan Highway (Route 2) or Yangde Boulevard • MRT + Bus: Take the MRT to Jiantan Station or Beitou Station, then transfer to a bus heading up the mountain Tips • Best Travel Seasons: Spring for cherry blossoms and calla lilies, autumn for maple leaves • Clothing Advice: Mountain weather is unpredictable, with significant temperature differences in spring and autumn; bring a jacket and comfortable shoes • Notes: Some trails require hiking experience; assess trail conditions if traveling with children or elderly • Parking: Crowded on holidays; consider starting early or using public transportation

Yang Ming Shan is the perfect getaway in Taipei City. With fresh air, cozy breeze, and perfect view, you get to feel relaxed and refreshed by being surrounded in the beautiful mountains of Yang Ming Shan. Transportation MRT Jiantan Station-> Bus Red 5 or Bus 260 to Yangmingshan Bus Terminal-> Bus 108 to Xiaoyoukeng Recreation Area 📍Xiaoyoukeng♨️ Start your hike of the Qixing Mountain at Xiaoyoukeng. You get to witness the beauty of the dormant volcanic mountains in Taiwan. There you’ll see and smell sulphur, which is quite a unique landscape in Taiwan. 📍Qixing Mountain⛰️ Qixing Mountain is the highest mountain in Taipei City with the altitude of 1120 meters. I’ve been hiking there for several times since I was in 4th grade. It seems hard at first, but definitely not hard if you try it several times. The scenery up there is breathtaking. There is a deck on the top of the mountain, so that day, my friend and I decided to do yoga there, and it was one of the best decisions ever! Highly recommended!!💗 📍Datunshan🌃 Datunshan is a place for enjoying the beautiful Taipei City night view. Going there during the sunset can grant you both the sunset view and night view. 📍Erziping Recreation Area🏕️ There is a relaxing trail if you don’t want to be too tired. You can still be healthy even if you don’t want to hike the high mountains in Yang Ming Shan. There are many trees residing there, which creates comfortable shades for you to take a stroll there. This is my favorite trail in Yang Ming Shan besides the challenging Qixing Mountain. 📍Qingtiangang Grassland🐂 I love going there to enjoy the wide landscape and come across some cute oxen. It’s a very tranquil place in Yang Ming Shan. Some people will wake up early to see the sunrise there. I’ve seen it once, but you have to wake up at 3a.m. It’s fun to do it once in awhile🌄 📍Shilin Night Market😋 After hiking, you can take a bus down the mountain to the lively night market, where you can enjoy all kinds of street food in Taiwan. It’s one of the most popular night markets in Taipei. Treat yourself some delicious food after the hike😊✨ Yang Ming Shan is such a gem in the urban area. It’s actually my favorite mountain in Taiwan because of its accessibility and tranquility. I hope you enjoy your trip here in the mountains. #familytrip #旅行酷体验 #旅行灵感 #mountainview #mountain #mountains #yangmingshan #taipei #taipeitrip #taipeitravel #nature #naturelovers