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As soon as the countdown from three, two, one ends, it means the New Year’s Eve parties are over—do you feel a bit of emptiness? This year, why not do something different? Head to an undisturbed secret spot with your friends, quiet your mind, and spend the last day of 2018 in peace, then warmly welcome the first light of the new year 2019. Of course, if you want to stay up all night to greet the sunrise, that’s great too. Now, follow us as we take a look at these five incredible dawn-chasing camping spots perfect for New Year’s celebrations. Ring in the New Year during this holiday by seeking out the first ray of dawn and reliving some youthful passion!
When people mention Gongliao, they often think of the beautiful seascape, Fulong Beach, and the Ocean Music Festival, which leads many to believe that “Gongliao is only for summer.” But actually, Gongliao has a fantastic dawn-watching secret spot—Taoyuan Valley. Gazing at Guishan Island from the village-style Taoyuan Valley Grassland already feels like a serene painting, and when the dawn light shines down, it becomes even more like a fairyland.
Especially for those who live in Taipei, want to fully enjoy their New Year’s holiday but don’t want to travel too far—this Gongliao dawn-watching spot is highly recommended. Not only does Taoyuan Valley offer a great start to the new year, it also lets you get close to nature and enjoy a night of exciting camping!
Camping to chase the dawn during the New Year’s holiday — Gongliao. (Photo / Tripbaa Fun Travel Tips — Asia’s Free Travel Experts)
Guhou is located along one of Keelung’s most beautiful coastlines, where blue skies, white clouds, and sapphire-blue seawater form a picturesque scene. Coming here during the New Year’s holiday allows you to not only admire the stunning views of Wanli Bay but also to barbecue and camp on the mountain at night. This makes New Year’s Eve more than just a simple countdown—it becomes a moment to appreciate natural scenery, chat and unwind with family or friends, and cherish the rare time spent together.
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After the countdown ends, the real highlight of Guhou begins—the first dawn of the new year. When the sky, ocean, and rocks are all painted in shades of orange and red by the dawn light, that moment will absolutely move you deeply, helping you understand why Guhou is considered a must-visit dawn-watching destination in a lifetime!
■ Address: No. 85, Yuyu Road, Wanli District, New Taipei City 207
Camping to chase the dawn during the New Year’s holiday — Guhou. (Photo / Kevin Lee)
The third recommended camping spot for the New Year’s holiday is a bit different. To chase the dawn at Songluo Lake, a high-altitude alpine lake, you’ll need to train a bit beforehand to handle the moderately challenging hiking trail. That’s why it’s recommended to go with a group or a professional guide. But we promise you—once you see the dawn at Songluo Lake, you’ll forget all about the fatigue and only feel the boundless hope of the new year.
Because Songluo Lake is usually covered in mist for most of the year, it’s also known as the “Seventeen-Year-Old Girl Lake,” exuding a mysterious allure. On the last day of 2018, spend an undisturbed night camping under the high-altitude lake with your friends, and wake up the next morning to welcome the first light of 2019. Feel the changing scenery of Songluo Lake and the emergence of the first ray of dawn over the mountaintop, both of which create a truly mystical atmosphere.
Camping to chase the dawn during the New Year’s holiday — Songluo Lake. (Photo / Tripbaa Fun Travel Tips — Asia’s Free Travel Experts)
If you feel Songluo Lake isn’t challenging enough, set your sights on Taiwan’s famous peaks (Ba Yue)! Of course, reaching these peaks is no easy feat—it takes preparation and training. Give yourself a challenge this 2019 New Year’s holiday—climb up to Hehuan Mountain’s peaks and achieve a personal milestone!
Camp beside a small stream at Hehuanshan North Peak alongside fellow hikers, cleanse your body and soul of weariness, and admire the shining starry sky. This way of celebrating the New Year not only helps you escape the noise of the city but also allows you to calmly welcome the new year from deep within your heart. Especially when the first ray of dawn paints the sky in layers of orange and red, the sea of clouds around you will ripple and shift, a moving experience you’ll only understand by being there in person.
Camping to chase the dawn during the New Year’s holiday — Hehuanshan North Peak. (Photo / Tripbaa Fun Travel Tips — Asia’s Free Travel Experts)
Sanxiantai is made up of offshore islets and coral reef coastlines, surrounded by various unique rocks. As it’s a protected natural area, the plants, eroded sea cliffs, and gravel beaches here have been well preserved and are definitely worth visiting. When you come to Sanxiantai, be sure to walk across the Eight-Arch Ocean Bridge that connects the land to the cape bay, and experience the wondrous feeling of being surrounded by endless sea and rugged rocks.
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Of course, if you want to watch the first light of dawn at Sanxiantai during your New Year’s holiday, consider camping at the Bixiliyan Campsite, waiting on the front line of the coastline for the arrival of the 2019 dawn. Watch how the sunrise reflects on the sea, blending yellow, orange, blue, and purple across the sky, and make a beautiful new beginning for yourself.
■ Address: No. 170, Bailian Road, Xianglin Li 16, Sanciann Tai, Chenggong Township, Taitung County (Baisuliuan Tribe)
2019 New Year’s Event Recommendation — Sanxiantai Dawn. (Photo / Photographer: Mark Kao, Flickr CC License)
After seeing the above New Year’s holiday camping and dawn-watching activities recommended by us, have you decided how you want to spend the last day of 2018 and welcome the dawn of 2019? Quickly plan it out, prepare your hopes for the new year, and begin anew!
[Tripbaa Fun Travel Tips] Authorized Repost | Original Article: [Ring in 2019 with a Bang — Top 5 New Year’s Camping & Dawn-Watching Spots]