Taichung | Cliff Climbing at Yuanzui Mountain and Daxueshan National Forest Recreation Area | 2-Day Tour

The Daxueshan National Forest Recreation Area is located in Heping District, Taichung City, Taiwan, approximately a two-hour drive from downtown Taichung. The Daxueshan National Forest Recreation Area boasts a detailed and complete forest landscape, encompassing a diverse and complete range of plant species. This provides an excellent habitat for wildlife, where you can often encounter species such as muntjacs, Taiwan wild goats (long-haired goats), and white-faced flying squirrels. Explore the park's trails and leisurely visit famous attractions such as the Snow Mountain Sacred Tree and Tianchi Lake.

The next day, we tackled Yuanzui Mountain, hailed as Taiwan's most beautiful intermediate mountain. Standing at 2,180 meters, the ascent requires both hands and feet, along with a climbing rope, to traverse nearly 90-degree vertical ridges, conquering one's fear of heights. The rock formations contain layers of white lime, which shimmer in the sunlight. The summit offers excellent views, a true visual delight. After reaching the summit, you'll have to traverse steep cliffs before descending, a climb that demands both physical strength and courage.

Accommodation | Daxueshan National Forest Recreation Area

＃Hotel: Daxueshan National Forest Recreation Area "Log Cabin" or similar. Please book based on actual availability.

＃Room Type: Website price is for a double room.

＃Number of Occupants: 2 adults (If two guests cannot be accommodated, the travel agency will arrange for combined rooms).

＃Triple/Quadruple Rooms will incur an additional fee (no combined rooms).

- Price | Cliff Climbing, Yuanzui Mountain, and Daxueshan Forest Recreation Area Two-Day Tour

＃Infants under 2 years old: Insurance and administrative fees only.
＃Children 2-6 years old: Do not occupy a bed, but include meals, parking, activities, and insurance.
＃Children 7 years and older: Expected adult rates.

- Attractions -

▲ Daxueshan National Forest Recreation Area
The Daxueshan National Forest Recreation Area boasts rich forest resources, boasting pristine forests rich in phytoncides. The forest types vary from subtropical, warm, temperate, and cold zones, varying with altitude. This area represents the epitome of Taiwan's natural forests. The park's trails offer easy access to famous scenic spots such as the Snow Mountain Sacred Tree and the Small Sacred Tree, where you'll often encounter birds such as the Emperor Pheasant, Blue-bellied Pheasant, Taiwan Mountain Partridge, and Wine-Reddish Sparrow.

▲ Daxueshan Tianchi
Located at an altitude of 2,600 meters and covering an area of 0.4 hectares, Daxueshan Tianchi is an alpine lake offering opportunities for snow viewing during winter cold snaps. The Ruixue Pavilion beside the lake offers unique views of the majestic sea of clouds.

Yuanzui Mountain Trail
The Yuanzui Mountain Trail, approximately 2.1 kilometers long, offers a thrilling climb divided into three sections: a forest trail, a mossy primeval forest path, and a natural rock face. The first half consists of stairs and a primeval forest path, while the second half, as the elevation increases, connects to the rock face, revealing nearly 90-degree vertical ridges that resemble blades, creating a diverse and varied climbing route.