For breathtaking views of sea of clouds and starry skies, head to these top five camping spots across Taiwan

By MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team

Besides opting for distinctive homestays or hotels as accommodation, consider camping in highland areas. Not only will you feel embraced by nature, but you’ll also take in majestic vistas — admire the sea of clouds in the valleys during the day, watch the sunset and sunrise glow with evening hues, and at night, gaze up at the starry skies and Milky Way, creating a truly poetic experience.

1. Hsinchu – Yingtou's Skyward Campsite
Nestled atop Meishan in Wufeng Township, this site offers boundless views, vast grasslands, endless sea of clouds, dazzling starry nights, sprawling nightscapes, and thousands of fireflies around you. You can even stay in yurts with a frontier ambiance — truly atmospheric.

At an altitude of exactly 1,200 meters, Yingtou’s Skyward Campsite is surrounded by mountains and faces the ocean, with Wuzhi Mountain right ahead and the boundless Taoyuan-Zhubei-Miaoli coastline stretching behind it. Each season brings different beauty — the greenery of spring, fireflies in summer, and snowscapes in winter.

2. Hsinchu – Green Cloud Sea Camping Area
Surrounded by attractions such as Neiwan Suspension Bridge and Beibu Old Street, the Green Cloud Sea Camping Area benefits from its higher elevation, offering fresh air and lush greenery that immerse travelers in a phytoncide-rich atmosphere, cradled by nature’s gentle touch. In the early morning, witness the misty veil; by day, marvel at the forests resembling a sea of green blossoms; and when night falls, the million-dollar glass-like night view and star-studded sky create a dreamlike scene you won’t forget.

3. Miaoli – Half Moon Bend Camping Area
Nestled among mountains at an altitude of 680 meters, Half Moon Bend is about a 15-minute drive from Sanyi City. Covering 0.8 hectares, the site features a stargazing platform, walking trails, and front-row views of the dramatic sea of clouds. At night, you can admire the Milky Way and starry skies. The area also boasts hobbit-like cabins that are quite a sight.