A Must-Visit This Summer: Taipei’s 5 Wild Stream Fish-Watching Trails
Last updated 2026-09-24 — As the hot summer approaches, the Taipei City Government’s Department of Urban Development’s Geotechnical Engineering Office has specially recommended five fish-watching trails within Taipei City: “Neigou Streamside Trail” and “Dagou Streamside Trail” in Neihu District, “Hushan Streamside Trail” in Xinyi District, ...
Written by the MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network Editorial Team
As the hot summer approaches, the Taipei City Government’s Department of Urban Development’s Geotechnical Engineering Office has specially recommended five fish-watching trails in Taipei City: the “Neigou Streamside Trail” and “Dagou Streamside Trail” in Neihu District, the “Hushan Streamside Trail” in Xinyi District, the “Zhuzihhu Streamside Trail” in Beitou District, and the “Xiaokeng Streamside Trail” in Wenshan District. Each trail takes about 10–20 minutes to walk, each with its own unique features, allowing netizens to watch fish swimming in the clear streams during the summer, temporarily letting go of their worries, escaping the hustle and bustle of the city, and soothing life’s pressures with the murmuring streams of the lush mountain forests.
The shaded stream scenery of Hushan Stream. (Image source / Taipei City Government Department of Urban Development official website)
The Geotechnical Engineering Office recommends the “Neigou Streamside Trail” in Neihu District. The Neigou Stream Ecology Exhibition Hall combines local natural ecological resources and stream scenery, becoming the most precious natural material, making it a preferred choice for many schools and groups for outdoor teaching or eco-educational trips. Here, you can watch fish and birds, observe the beautiful sight of egrets foraging in the stream, and enjoy a leisurely time.
The serene scenery of small bridges, flowing water, and wild ducks on Neigou Stream. (Image source / Taipei City Government Department of Urban Development official website)
Huang Tien-chin, head of the Soil and Water Conservation Section at the Geotechnical Engineering Office, said that the “Hushan Streamside Trail” in Xinyi District features an antique-style arched bridge, where you can observe native Taiwanese fish species (such as groupers and gobies) in the stream and egrets foraging around the stream, experiencing a slow-paced lifestyle. You can then take a stroll along the Hushan Nature Trail to enjoy the baptism of nature’s phytoncides. Thanks to the good local environment, fireflies can be seen inhabiting the area on summer evenings.
The long-flowing, picturesque waters of Hushan Stream. (Image source / Taipei City Government Department of Urban Development official website)
Guo Kun-hsiang, chief of Dahu Village, recommends the “Dagou Streamside Trail” in Neihu District. A walk along the trail takes about 15 minutes. The area is rich in biodiversity, with the stream home to various native fish species (such as Yi Zhi Xiang), frogs, and butterflies. At the bottom of the trail, there is also a sea of flowers for viewing. On summer nights, you can enjoy the sounds of frogs, flowing water, accompanied by dancing fireflies and a sky full of twinkling stars. On this ecologically rich stream trail, you’ll often be greeted with new surprises.
The water-friendly green scenery and murmuring waters of Dagou Stream. (Image source / Taipei City Government Department of Urban Development official website)
Cao Chang-zheng, chief of Hutian Village in Beitou District, recommends the “Zhuzihhu Streamside Trail” in Beitou District. The walk takes about 15–20 minutes. It is currently the season when calla lilies are in full bloom. Walking along the streamside trail by the creek, you can watch fish swimming in the stream and immerse yourself in the white romance of the calla lilies, making it suitable for family outings and sightseeing.
The water play area at Zhuzihhu’s water-friendly pool. (Image source / Taipei City Government Department of Urban Development official website)
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