[Family-friendly Attractions]A Skywalk through the Treetops: Zhushan Aquatic Park

This once wildly popular attraction used to be packed with visitors every holiday, even requiring visitor limits to access the skywalk. I’ve been hesitant to publish this article because only by visiting in person can you truly appreciate the beauty of the forest trail design. Taiwan’s free-entry parks can offer facilities that rival those abroad. Let’s all work together to preserve this wonderful environment for the future.

Address: No. 96, Zhongzheng Rd., Zhushan Township, Chiayi County
Skywalk Opening Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
GPS Coordinates: N23°31'27.2" E 120°32'49.8"

Morning Itinerary: Zhushan Aquatic Park Skywalk (2 hours) → Xiongda Village Sightseeing Factory (30 mins–1 hour) → Minxiong Goose Meat Stall (1 hour)

Afternoon Itinerary: Xingang A-Zhengshi Tapioca Ice (30 mins) → Xingang Fengtian Temple (30 mins) → Ban Tao Yao Koji Cut-and-Paste Craft Park (60 mins) → Beigang Chaotian Temple (30 mins) → Fu’an Duck Rice (30 mins)

The Wanzhu Expo Museum at the entrance of Zhushan Aquatic Park

In Taiwan, many old train engines are just left in parks to weather the elements. This one at least has a shelter — which is pretty good already.

The displayed old steam locomotive doesn’t have any rules against climbing on it, and everyone takes the chance to get on and experience it. The interior is actually in pretty good shape too.

There’s an oversized hopscotch tile area — kids will have fun playing wherever they go if they’re in a group.

Before entering the skywalk, you’ll pass by a row of stalls selling local specialties.

Then a stunning forest trail appears — even more beautiful in person than in photos. I highly recommend a visit here. Most tour groups arrive after 9:30 AM, so starting your walk at 9:00 AM lets you stroll along the empty path, just like Baby Wen did.

The Flower Fairy Trail covers a large area — if you want to capture it on camera, bring an ultra-wide-angle lens.

Winding through the woods, this is truly the most beautiful trail Baby Wen has walked — comparable to the Skywalk at Xitou.

After a gentle uphill climb, you reach the entrance of the skywalk, open from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Other notes:

1. The sky corridor has a capacity limit of 150 people, with each circular platform holding up to 10.
2. No pets, tripods, umbrellas, or walking sticks allowed. The skywalk closes in rainy weather.
3. Those with acrophobia, high blood pressure, or heart conditions should consider carefully before entering.

Each section of the skywalk is limited to 10 people at a time — please follow the rules.

Looking down from the skywalk, the drop is quite steep — anyone with a fear of heights will definitely feel weak in the knees.

The bridge deck is made of open grating — if you’re brave enough, try looking down.

Walking in the air feels amazing, and the air is especially fresh.

Finally, you descend from the skywalk — it’s much better than expected. You can enjoy a forest trail without climbing a mountain, and walk above the treetops without going too high.

Along the way, you’ll see elderly locals selling farm produce — straight from the source, freshest and free from middlemen markups. Buy what you like to support the local economy.

Look up at the aerial walkway you just walked along, winding through the tree canopy.

From high above, the lush forest scenery of Zhushan spreads out before you.

Another section of the Flower Fairy Trail is lined with azaleas, offering a completely different view compared to the forest trail — here, it’s all about the winding geometric beauty of the path.

After descending from the azalea trail, you’ll see a memorial tower. Climbing to the top offers a nice view as well.

The park's excellent ecology attracts click beetles and other beetles. You can bring your kids to see if they can spot any other little animals.

Another landmark in Zhushan Park, the Millennium Bridge, spans the Niuchoi Stream.

Walk to the middle of the bridge, and you'll be able to admire the beauty of the stream.

The water-friendly park is only open in summer; visiting in winter presents this dry scenery.

While walking across the suspension bridge, you’ll be greeted by the mouthwatering aroma of barbecue—it turns out that Indigenous people are selling log-grilled treats, which smell absolutely delicious and might just tempt you to buy a box to try.

If you visit in the right season, you can also see golden trumpet trees in bloom.

Seeing freshly pressed bitter tea oil, I couldn’t help but buy a bottle—it’s perfect for mixing with noodles, a traditional Hakka way of enjoying it.

Near the entrance, there’s traditional mung bean and Job’s tears soup served without ice—perfect as the perfect finish to your trail walk, rewarding yourself for conquering the Sky Corridor.

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