Chinglong Waterfall

One of the two magnificent waterfalls at the Shanlinshi Nature Park and Resort is the Chinglong waterfall. You cross the bridge and turn right to leave the main parking area at Shanlinshi. The hike is on a paved trail and should take about 1.5 hours. The best view of the waterfall is at the bottom of all the stairs, however, you may see it from the top as well. Along the route, you can climb to the smaller Chinglong waterfall.

The drop height and the solid granite base led to the formation of Chinglong Waterfall during the headward erosion phase. Chinglong Waterfall, which cascades 116 meters down layers of granite, is encircled by mists, clouds, and jungles all year. When the water is just trickling in the fall and winter, it resembles a pretty, gentle girl.

On sunny days, you may see light dancing on the water and a rainbow lying across the sky. Chinglong Waterfall has thus won the nickname “the best waterfall at Sun-Link-Sea” and “the prettiest waterfall in central Taiwan”.

Location: Nantou County, Taiwan