Taoshan Waterfall

Northern Taiwan


Known poetically as the Sound of Mist Waterfall, this 50m high veil lies at the end of the Taoshan Trail inside Shei-pa National Park. The 4.3km trail follows a paved footpath that takes a couple of hours to finish one-way. You'll only see why it's called Sound of Mist during spring and summer. In winter, the water flow is weak but you'll still enjoy a cool and invigorating hike through the forest.

Try to schedule your return around dusk as you stand a good chance of seeing wildlife.


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