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Outdoors Xiulin, Hualien and Taroko

Taroko Gorge

An outdoor spot in Xiulin, Hualien and Taroko, free to visit and worth about 4 hours. Best time to go: Morning.

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Taroko Gorge in Xiulin, Hualien and Taroko
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Why go

Marble canyon carved by the Liwu River; only some sections and trails have reopened since 2024.

It is one of 8 curated places we feature in Hualien and Taroko, alongside 3 outdoor spots, 2 places to eat and 1 sight. The closest of our other picks is Qingshui Cliffs, 9.9 km away as the crow flies. Set aside about 4 hours here; it works best as the anchor of a day rather than a quick stop.

Type
Outdoors · Nature
Neighborhood
Xiulin
Price
Free
Time needed
4 hr
Best time
Morning

Nearby

The 6 closest curated picks in Hualien and Taroko, measured as straight-line distance.

  1. 1
    Qingshui Cliffs

    Sheer cliffs plunging into turquoise water along the Suhua Highway.

    Outdoors · 9.9 km straight-line
  2. 2
    Qixingtan Beach

    Crescent pebble beach with mountain views north of Hualien city.

    Outdoors · 13 km straight-line
  3. 3
    Pine Garden

    Japanese-era military building in a pine grove overlooking Hualien port.

    Sight · 19 km straight-line
  4. 4
    Hualien Cultural and Creative Industries Park

    Converted winery buildings with craft shops, galleries and cafes.

    Shopping · 20 km straight-line
  5. 5
    Dongdamen Night Market

    Large night market with an Indigenous food section serving grilled meats and millet wine.

    Food · 21 km straight-line
  6. 6
    Gongzheng Baozi

    Round-the-clock steamed bun shop famous for small pork buns and dumplings.

    Food · 21 km straight-line

On these curated routes

Taroko Gorge is a stop on our Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko route. Open it to see the full day-by-day plan.

More outdoor spots in Hualien and Taroko

Another curated outdoor spot in Hualien and Taroko. See the full Hualien and Taroko guide.

When to go

Average daily highs in Hualien and Taroko run from 21°C in January to 30°C in July; August is usually the wettest month. For Taroko Gorge itself, we suggest: Morning.

Modelled monthly averages for Hualien and Taroko from NASA POWER, not a forecast. Full Hualien and Taroko weather by month.

Getting there

Map links open a live search for Taroko Gorge, so hours and directions come straight from the map app.

Address
972, Taiwan, Hualien County, Xiulin Township, Fushi Village, 富世291號
Coordinates
24.15808, 121.62224
Destination
Hualien and Taroko, Taiwan
Website
taroko.gov.tw

Taroko Gorge: quick answers

How much time do you need at Taroko Gorge?

Plan on about 4 hours at Taroko Gorge. That is our curated estimate for a typical visit; groups that linger will want more.

When is the best time to visit Taroko Gorge?

Our pick: Morning. Insider tip: Check official notices for Highway 8 access windows and which trails are open.

Is Taroko Gorge free?

Yes, we list Taroko Gorge as free to visit. Check the official website before you go, since special exhibits, parking or tours can carry a fee.

Where is Taroko Gorge?

Taroko Gorge is at 972, Taiwan, Hualien County, Xiulin Township, Fushi Village, 富世291號. The Google Maps and Apple Maps links on this page open it for directions.

Which TripsCircle routes include Taroko Gorge?

Taroko Gorge appears on Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko, a curated route you can open on TripsCircle and plan with your group.

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Save it to a shared TripsCircle itinerary, settle the timing with a quick poll, and split the costs with everyone going to Hualien and Taroko.

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Lists & regions

Curated recommendation, not live listing data. Confirm hours, prices, bookings and access before you go.