Siling Hot Springs

　　Siling Hot Springs is located in Siling Village at the border of Taoyuan County and Yilan County, with its springs hidden deep in the Sangguang River Valley beneath the Beiheng Highway. It is a wild hot spring that still retains its pristine charm.

　　The river valley where the hot springs are located is deep and narrow, with cliffs about a hundred meters high rising steeply on both sides. Amid this rugged terrain, you can see two hot spring waterfalls cascading down the opposite mountain cliffs, while the valley is filled with steam, creating a wild and untamed atmosphere. To enjoy the hot spring bath, you must cross a precarious log bridge or wade through icy waters that reach chest-high — this is the uniquely rugged allure of Siling Hot Springs.

　　The hot spring water here is abundant, clear, and transparent, suitable for both bathing and drinking. The spring’s surface temperature is around 65 degrees Celsius, but it slightly cools as it flows down the mountain wall, making it a high-quality premium hot spring. Due to the narrow and steep river valley, there are no spacious hot spring pools. Only a small pool below the upstream hot spring waterfall is available for bathing, while the more voluminous downstream waterfall offers another unique experience: sitting on a protruding rock under the waterfall and letting the hot spring water cascade over you is incredibly refreshing, making it a favorite among hot spring enthusiasts.

　　Transportation guide: Take the Taoyuan Bus bound for Balin from Daxi and transfer to the Yixing Bus bound for Yilan at Xiabalin; or take the Yixing Bus bound for Balin from in front of Yilan Railway Station, both routes get off at Siling Station. Then walk toward Yilan to kilometer 61.2 on the Beiheng Highway, and follow the instructions in the text to proceed. Yixing Bus has very few services, so it's best to check in advance. Phone: (03) 950-1169.

　　Special reminder: When walking on mountain trails, you often need to grab ropes or tree roots, so gloves and hiking shoes with good grip are essential.