Jinshan District (金山區) is located 44km northeast of Taipei (臺北市) in New Taipei City (新北市). Famous for its seafood, sweet potatoes, and hot springs, Jinshan (also the name of the largest town in this area) is also known for its beautiful coastlines and surfing spots.
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Surfing in Nanwan (南灣)
Jinshan District (金山區) is located 44km northeast of Taipei (臺北市) in New Taipei City (新北市). Famous for its seafood, sweet potatoes, and hot springs, Jinshan (also the name of the largest town in this area) is also known for its beautiful coastlines and surfing spots.
Surfing in Jinzun (金樽)
Jinshan District (金山區) is located 44km northeast of Taipei (臺北市) in New Taipei City (新北市). Famous for its seafood, sweet potatoes, and hot springs, Jinshan (also the name of the largest town in this area) is also known for its beautiful coastlines and surfing spots.
Daxueshan National Forest (大雪山國家森林遊樂區)
Daxueshan National Forest is a massive protected area located 1.5 hours from Taichung in Central Taiwan. Giant trees, quiet trails and mountain lakes are just some of the reasons this is one of our favorite National Forests.
Fenrui Historic Trail (奮瑞古道)
The Fenrui Historic Trail is located in Chiayi County. At 7km long, this trail is suitable for hikers of all abilities and features bamboo forests, tea farms; ending in the picturesque mountain village of Fenqihu (奮起湖).
Surfing in Jinshan (金山)
Jinshan District (金山區) is located 44km northeast of Taipei (臺北市) in New Taipei City (新北市). Famous for its seafood, sweet potatoes, and hot springs, Jinshan (also the name of the largest town in this area) is also known for its beautiful coastlines and surfing spots.
Syakaro Historic Trail (霞喀羅古道)
The Syakaro Historic Trail is one of Taiwan’s National Trails and is truly one of the most iconic historic trails in the country. Winding its way for 22km across a remote corner of Hsinchu County, the Syakaro Historic Trail connects indigenous villages in Wufeng Township (五峰鄉) and Jiansshi Townships (尖石鄉). For the adventurous traveler, Syakaro should be on the top of the list of your travel experiences in Taiwan.
Surfing in Wai’ao (外澳)
Surfing in Wai’ao (外澳) is a popular outdoor activity. The beach is framed by rocky outcrops, the Coastal Mountains, and Turtle Island (龜山島).
SUP Boarding in Fulong (福隆)
With a perfect launch, stunning landscapes, and easy accessibility from Taipei, Fulong (福隆) has become a popular destination for SUP Boarding.
Guanwu National Forest (觀霧國家風景區)
Guanwu National Forest has over 10km of amazing trails, stunning waterfalls and views, snow-capped mountains, and a beautiful ancient cypress tree grove.