Zhuoxi

Zhuoxi (卓溪) is a remote mountain township in southern Hualien County, Taiwan, located in the southern Huatung Valley near the Taitung border. It is primarily home to the Bunun indigenous people and is known for its dramatic mountain scenery, hot springs, and traditional Bunun culture. The area is sparsely populated with small villages nestled in the valleys.

The climate is tropical to subtropical, depending on elevation. October to April are the best months. Roads are winding and remote.

By Plane

Hualien Airport (HUN) is about 90 km north. A taxi takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and costs around NT$2,200–2,800.

By Train

The nearest TRA station is Yuli Station or Fuli Station on the east coast line. From these, taxis or buses travel east to Zhuoxi.

By Car / Road

Zhuoxi is accessible via County Road 67 and other rural roads branching from Provincial Highway 9. From Hualien City, drive south for about 1 hour 30 minutes.

A car or scooter is essential. The area is remote and public transport is limited.

• Zhuoxi Hot Springs — Natural hot springs in the mountain valleys.

• Bunun Indigenous Villages — Traditional communities with distinctive culture.

• Nan'an Waterfall — A scenic waterfall in the area.

• Mountain scenery — Dramatic views of the Central Mountain Range.

• Soak in the mountain hot springs.

• Learn about Bunun culture and traditional weaving.

• Hike in the surrounding mountains.

• Birdwatching in the forested valleys.

• Small Bunun restaurants serve traditional cuisine including wild boar, millet, and mountain vegetables. NT$100–200.
• Bring supplies for remote areas.

Bottled water is essential. Convenience stores are limited.

• Budget: Simple homestays in villages, NT$800–1,200.
• Mid-range: Hot spring resorts, NT$1,500–3,000.

• Bunun handicrafts — Traditional woven textiles and beadwork.
• Mountain produce and wild honey.

• Yuli — 15 km north. Historic railway town.
• Fuli — 20 km south. Rice fields and Sixty Stone Mountain.
• Ruisui — 25 km north. Hot springs and river rafting.
• Guangfu — 35 km north. Indigenous cultural village.
• Taitung — 60 km south. Main city on the southeast coast.