Ride the Railway Lakeside and Explore Guanshan – A Super Fun One-Day Town Stroll

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Guanshan is located in the northeast of Taitung and is the least populated town in Taiwan, with fewer than ten thousand residents. The sea of rice paddies in Guanshan is also a hidden gem for many travelers. The vast waves of golden rice along Highway 9 always have a healing effect on the soul. Set aside some time to take your family for a walk in Guanshan!

Guanshan Aquatic Park is Taiwan’s first eco-friendly park. It features leisurely cycling paths that encircle the entire park, which also connect with the Guanshan Town Circle Cycling Route. Travelers can freely ride bicycles around Guanshan, observe wild birds, and enjoy the natural ecosystem. This serene yet dynamic park offers an educational and entertaining leisure experience.
 
Address: No. 1, Longsheng Rd., Guanshan Township, Taitung County

The water source for the Guanshan Main Irrigation Channel comes from the abundant water system of the Beinan River. Stretching over 20 kilometers, this irrigation channel is essential for the production of Guanshan rice. Alongside the channel, there is also a monument commemorating the history of the Guanshan Main Irrigation Channel. By reading the inscriptions on the monument, visitors can learn more about the local geography and cultural characteristics of Guanshan.
 
Address: KM 205.6, Provincial Highway 20, Guanshan Township, Taitung County

The Guanshan Town Circle Cycling Route is Taiwan’s first dedicated cycling path designed specifically for tourism, stretching a total of 12 kilometers. The route circles around Guanshan, featuring flat and comfortable terrain, and is divided into two sections: the “Aquatic Section” and the “Mountain-Facing Section.” Visitors can enjoy rice paddies that change with the seasons throughout the year, take in the scenic beauty of palm-lined paths and shrubbery, and reach the highest point at the SuiGuan Pavilion to take in a panoramic view of the entire Guanshan Township.
 
Address: No. 1, Longsheng Rd., Guanshan Township, Taitung County

The Taitung County Guanshan Township Farmers’ Association Leisure Tourism Center offers experiences such as observing rice, learning about rice, tasting rice, playing with rice, buying rice, and even milling rice. These activities are not only fun and educational but also allow you to take home self-packaged rice as a unique souvenir.
 
Address: No. 24-1, Changlin Rd., Guanshan Township, Taitung County