Fall into a postcard from abroad！A roundup of 15 “bald cypress wonderlands” across Taiwan

▲ Bald Cypress at Dahu Park (Photo provided by netizen Hsu Kuo-hsiang. No unauthorized reproduction to avoid infringement.)

Tourism Center / Comprehensive Report

Towering, straight trunks stand densely, with leaves ranging from golden yellow and orange to deep red in rich layers. As the seasons change, they drift down slowly like feathers. The bald cypress forest is filled with an exotic charm unique to northern lands.ETtoday EBC has handpicked 15 bald cypress viewing spots across Taiwan. Quickly gather your family and friends and head there together！

Northern Taiwan
1. Taipei Dahu Park
Dahu Park, accessible via MRT, features dozens of bald cypresses planted beside a vast lawn. You can stroll along the lakeside path, and the path descending from the "Kyoto Bridge," passing the "Fitness Area" and "Lotus Pond" paths, leads to more bald cypresses along the "Sunny Lawn" path. There are so many beautiful sights to capture.
Address: No. 31, Section 5, Chenggong Rd., Neihu District, Taipei City (Dahu Park MRT Station)

▲ Bald Cypress on Shiyuan Road in Daxi, Taoyuan (Photo provided by netizen Hsu Kuo-hsiang. No unauthorized reproduction to avoid infringement.)

2. Taoyuan Daxi Shiyuan Road
Located near the Shimen Reservoir, you can enjoy both maple leaves and bald cypresses here. The nearly 1-kilometer-long Bald Cypress Avenue features rows of bald cypresses gradually turning golden yellow, creating a particularly spectacular view that makes everyone stop to admire this rare beauty.
Address: Lane 558, Shiyuan Rd., Daxi District, Taoyuan City

▲ Bald Cypress at Taoyuan Fairy Valley (Photo from the official fan page of Taoyuan Fairy Valley)

3. Taoyuan Fuxing Taoyuan Fairy Valley
This year, tulips have bloomed earlier than usual. Aside from tulips, golden maples, and ginkgos, the bald cypresses here at Taoyuan Fairy Valley are also a highlight. The valley’s bald cypress area has three sections that gradually shift from green to golden yellow and various hues as the weather changes—truly captivating.
Address: No. 1-5, Lane 8, Gao?, Shanggao, Changxing Li, Fuxing District, Taoyuan City

▲ Bald Cypress at Bade, Taoyuan (Photo provided by netizen weilinko. No unauthorized reproduction to avoid infringement.)

4. Taoyuan Bade Xiaoli Pond
Located in Xiaoli Pond, Bade District, Taoyuan, this spot has sparked a check-in craze on IG. The vast bald cypress forest surrounding the pond has been hailed by netizens as an absolutely stunning hidden gem. Looking out, it seems endless, like stepping into a paradise. Nearby, there is also a large field of red quinoa, a rare winter sight.
Address: No. 1, Lane 16, Fumi, Xiaoli Li, Bade District, Taoyuan City (surrounding area)

▲ Bald Cypress at Liutang, Beibu, Hsinchu (Photo provided by netizen dolla7943. No unauthorized reproduction to avoid infringement.)

5. Hsinchu Beibu Liutang Bald Cypress
"Liutang" has six large ponds, whose surfaces perfectly reflect the row of 16 bald cypresses, creating a unique “mirror-like bald cypress” scene. On sunny days, with the blue sky and white clouds adding to the backdrop, it feels like stepping through a magical portal into a foreign land, making it hard to put the camera down. You can take a walk along the lakeside path to enjoy the illusion of being in the north.
Address: No. 62, Shangdahhu Village, Beibu Township, Hsinchu County

Central Taiwan

▲ Bald Cypress Forest in Wufeng (Photo provided by netizen tonyyan1991. No unauthorized reproduction to avoid infringement.)

6. Taichung Wufeng Bald Cypress Forest
Known as the “Taiwan version of Winter Sonata” setting, located near the intersection of Zhongzheng Rd. and Beian Rd. in Wufeng District, Taichung City, a whole stretch of bald cypress forest stands beside rice fields. Though privately owned, the landowner generously opens it to the public. Here you can capture photos of rice fields and bald cypresses together in the frame—a picturesque scene as if you’re in a foreign land.
Address: No. 22, Beian Road, Wufeng District, Taichung City

7. Taichung Tai’an Larch Forest
Nestled near Taiwan’s most picturesque Tai’an Police Station, this larch forest appears as if it emerges from the middle of a field when viewed from afar. The entire area spans roughly the size of one to two basketball courts. A main path runs through the center of the park, and walking along it feels like stepping into an idol drama scene—every angle makes for a highly atmospheric photo. Surrounded by trees, you can feel the ambiance of autumn and winter, which is truly enchanting. Please note that this is private property, so special care is required.
Address: No. 5, Anmei Road, Houli District, Taichung City (behind Tai’an Elementary School on the left)

▲ Larch Trees in Aowanda National Forest Recreation Area (Photo / Reposted from Aowanda National Forest Recreation Area’s official fan page)

8. Nantou Aowanda National Forest Recreation Area
Located in Ren’ai Township, Nantou County, also known as the “Hometown of Maple Leaves,” this area features larch trees with a northern flair planted in front of the Green Field Villa within the park. The colorful scenery is expected to last until early January next year. Coupled with the blossoming of other tree species in the park, Aowanda’s beauty throughout all seasons makes it a must-visit destination, even despite the distance, making it one of the top choices for getting close to nature.
Address: No. 153, Da’an Road, Qin’ai Village, Ren’ai Township, Nantou County

▲ Jiudian Larch Small Forest (Photo / Reposted from Jiudian Larch Small Forest’s official fan page)

9. Nantou Guoxing Jiudian Larch Small Forest
Forests, lakeside, and walking paths come together in this small but beautiful hidden larch paradise located in Guoxing Township, Nantou. Local villagers have planted over 200 larch trees and generously share them with the public. The park is well-planned, allowing visitors to leisurely stroll along the stone-step trails. In winter, fallen leaves create a red carpet, adding a romantic touch to the scenery. The breathtaking atmosphere makes it hard to stop taking photos.
Location: No. 47-2, Changshou Lane, Fugui Village, Guoxing Township, Nantou County

Southern Taiwan

10. Yunlin Guling Village, Gukeng
Yunlin Gukeng is not only home to the Green Tunnel; next to Guangshan and Bin Waterfront Area, there is also a hidden larch spot. The color changes on the treetops are romantic and picturesque, spanning about a hundred meters in length. Walking among them gives a strong sense of happiness, and it’s worth taking a moment to appreciate the unique beauty of each larch tree, bringing spiritual comfort.
Transportation Info: Follow County Highway Yun 212 past Leofoo Amusement Park toward Guling, continue a short distance then turn left at Xingman Bridge to arrive. (Located next to Guangshan Riverside Waterfront Area / under Shanshan Temple)

11. Changhua Jinma East Road Larch
Hidden in a small corner of the city, unlike typical larch spots, this one features a large pond. In season, you can even see clusters of lotus flowers standing on the lake surface, adding more charm. The scenery where water, trees, and sky intertwine is incredibly romantic in photos—like a landscape painting.
Location: Google Maps pin at No. 420, Sheng’an Road, Changhua City (this is private property, please respect it.)

▲ Aozaidi Forest Park Larch. (Photo / kuma)

12. Kaohsiung Aozaidi Forest Park
Praised by netizens as the “Kaohsiung Little Flower Expo,” Kaohsiung Aozaidi Forest Park is planted with various flowers and subtropical climate-suited trees and blooming plants, displaying a riot of colors. With multi-layered planting and ecological wetlands to enhance biodiversity, the larch trees standing around the pond also hold their own unique place here. The larches in the water create a particularly special atmosphere. When visiting the park, you can walk around the pond and stroll across the wooden arched bridge, immersing yourself in the fresh greenery within the city.
Address: Nong 16 Redevelopment Area, Zhisheng Road & Nanping Road Intersection, Gushan District, Kaohsiung City

Eastern Taiwan

▲ Mingchi Forest Recreation Area (Photo / Reporter Tsai Wen-jun)

13. Yilan Mingchi
Mingchi is a high-mountain lake located within the Mingchi Forest Recreation Area of the Lihpao Maoluo Ecological Area. It is surrounded by vast fields of golden larch trees, interwoven with distant mountains and wooden boardwalks to form a postcard-like scene. At an altitude of about 1,200 meters, the area is perpetually shrouded in mist. The stunning larch trees and surrounding scenery make it feel like a fairyland on earth.
Address: No. 1, Mingchi Villa, Yingshi Village, Datong Township, Yilan County

14. Yilan Luodong Sports Park
Covering an area of 47 hectares, the larch forest is located in a corner of the park. With a small river running through it, it resembles a forest of tranquility right in the heart of Luodong City. Netizens have shared that the tennis courts within the park, areas near the parking lot, and along the park’s irrigation channels are all planted with large patches of larch trees. Rows of larch trees in yellow, green, and red hues create a highly atmospheric scene.
Address: No. 666, Gongzheng Road, Luodong Township, Yilan County

▲ Huadong Yuzhan Nursery. (Photo by Awei Su)

15. Huadong Yuzhan Nursery
Located near Huadong University of Science and Technology, rows of bald cypress trees standing upright in the water are neatly aligned, earning praise from many netizens as a mini version of Yunshan Water. The golden reflections of the bald cypresses shimmer on the water’s surface, and walking around the pond offers various picturesque angles of the trees. Yuzhan Nursery is private property, but it is currently open to the public for viewing.
Address: Beside Km 219 of Provincial Highway 9, Shoufeng, Huadong, near Huadong University of Science and Technology (next to Taiwan Sugar Pinghe Gas Station)

Friendly reminder: Many areas are private property. Please take your trash with you to help protect this beautiful hidden gem, so more people can enjoy it.