Tai'an

Tai'an (泰安) is a mountain township in eastern Miaoli County, Taiwan, primarily inhabited by the Atayal indigenous people. It is famous for its Tai'an Hot Springs (泰安溫泉), one of Taiwan's best hot spring destinations, and its beautiful mountain scenery. The area offers hiking, hot spring resorts, and indigenous culture.

The climate is subtropical. October to April are the best months for hot springs and hiking.

By Plane

Taichung International Airport (RMQ) is about 60 km south. A taxi takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and costs around NT$1,500–2,000.

By Train

The nearest TRA station is Miaoli Station (30 km west). From Miaoli, take a taxi or bus to Tai'an (40 minutes).

By Car / Road

Tai'an is accessible via Freeway 1 (Miaoli exit) and County Road 62. From Miaoli City, drive east for about 40 minutes. The road is winding.

A car is needed to reach hot spring resorts and trailheads. Some resorts provide shuttle services.

• Tai'an Hot Springs — Natural hot spring resorts along the river.

• Tai'an Atayal Villages — Indigenous communities.

• Tai'an River Valley — Scenic mountain scenery.

• Shueiwei Waterfall — A scenic waterfall in the area.

• Soak in hot springs — The main attraction. Many resorts offer day passes. NT$300–800.

• Hike the mountain trails in the area.

• Learn about Atayal culture.

• Visit during the plum blossom season (January).

• Hot spring resorts have restaurants. NT$200–400.
• Small indigenous eateries serve Atayal cuisine.

Bottled water is recommended.

• Mid-range: Hot spring resorts, NT$2,500–5,000.
• Budget: Simple homestays, NT$1,000–1,500.

• Atayal handicrafts — Woven items and beadwork.
• Plum products — The area is known for plums.

• Miaoli City — 30 km west (40 min drive).
• Nanzhuang — 25 km north. Mountain town with old street.
• Dahu — 20 km west. Strawberry farms.
• Sanyi — 25 km southwest. Wood carving town.
• Shei-Pa National Park — Further east. Mountain hiking.