Fuyuan National Forest Recreation Area is traversed by the Fuyuan River, featuring a network of winding mountain trails. At its deepest point are the Longyin Suspension Bridge, Fuyuan Suspension Bridge, and Longyin Waterfall, offering a tranquil and secluded experience. It combines birdwatching, butterfly watching, forest bathing, and hot springs, providing visitors with a diverse range of recreational experiences.
About an hour's drive from Hualien City, you'll reach Fuyuan National Forest Recreation Area, also known as "Butterfly Valley." This area was once the eastern terminus of the Qing Dynasty's "Guanmen Ancient Road," and now boasts large tracts of 40-year-old camphor trees, creating a beautiful and pleasant landscape. The primeval forest features representative low-altitude forest species such as *Ligusticum striatum* and *Monkey Delight*, with abundant epiphytes adding to its Avatar-like forest beauty.
Located in the foothills of the Central Mountain Range, the park is rich in birdlife, making it a renowned birdwatching destination in Hualien. Notable birds include the Hualien County Bird (Willow Bird), the Five-colored Bird, the Yellow-bellied Blue-crowned Crane, the Formosan Blue Magpie, the Grey-throated Mink, and the Great Crested Vulture, which frequently soars overhead. In addition, the best time to see butterflies is during the spring and summer months (March to August), and the diverse butterfly resources have earned it the nickname "Butterfly Valley". The park's humid and pollution-free environment has resulted in a diverse range of fireflies in Fuyuan. The Black-winged Firefly appears from March to June and the Taiwan Mountain Firefly from October to December, making it a popular spot for firefly watching in recent years.
About an hour's drive from Hualien City, you'll reach Fuyuan National Forest Recreation Area, also known as "Butterfly Valley." This area was once the eastern terminus of the Qing Dynasty's "Guanmen Ancient Road," and now boasts large tracts of 40-year-old camphor trees, creating a beautiful and pleasant landscape. The primeval forest features representative low-altitude forest species such as *Ligusticum striatum* and *Monkey Delight*, with abundant epiphytes adding to its Avatar-like forest beauty.
Located in the foothills of the Central Mountain Range, the park is rich in birdlife, making it a renowned birdwatching destination in Hualien. Notable birds include the Hualien County Bird (Willow Bird), the Five-colored Bird, the Yellow-bellied Blue-crowned Crane, the Formosan Blue Magpie, the Grey-throated Mink, and the Great Crested Vulture, which frequently soars overhead. In addition, the best time to see butterflies is during the spring and summer months (March to August), and the diverse butterfly resources have earned it the nickname "Butterfly Valley". The park's humid and pollution-free environment has resulted in a diverse range of fireflies in Fuyuan. The Black-winged Firefly appears from March to June and the Taiwan Mountain Firefly from October to December, making it a popular spot for firefly watching in recent years.
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Rueisuei Township, Hualien County
Fuyuan National Forest Recreation Area
Accommodation Reservation
Accommodation Reservation
Admission Fees
Ticket Office
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Full fare Ticket
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Price (NT$)
150
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Discount Ticket
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Price (NT$)
50
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Description
◆ Residents of Ruisui Township and Mayuan Village, Wanrong Township, Hualien County (must present proof of identity)
◆ Seniors aged 65 and above (must present proof of identity) ◆ Children (4-12 years old or 120-145 cm tall) ◆ Students (must present student ID) ◆ Military and police personnel (must present proof of identity) ◆ Volunteers (must present volunteer honor card) ◆ Forestry and Nature Conservation Agency employees (must present proof of identity) ◆ Others: Those who comply with government policies and other special qualifications |
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Ticket Type
No Charge Required
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Price (NT$)
0
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◆Children (3 years old or younger, or 119 cm or shorter)
◆Tour leaders/guides (must be present with valid identification) ◆Seniors from Hualien County/City (must be present with a valid senior citizen transportation card) ◆People with disabilities (must be present with a disability certificate) ◆One person accompanying a person with a disability ◆Children aged 12 and under (April 4th, Children's Day) ◆Forestry and Nature Conservation Agency staff |
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50
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Travel Information
Opening Hours
08:00-17:00
Opening Hours
08:00-17:00
Transportation
Map
Fuyuan National Forest Recreation Area
No. 161, Guangdong Road, Fuyuan Village, Ruisui Township, Hualien County Google Map
No. 161, Guangdong Road, Fuyuan Village, Ruisui Township, Hualien County Google Map
Route 1
Hualien City → Provincial Hwy. 9 → Shoufong → Guangfu → Fuyuan
Route 2
Taitung → Provincial Hwy. 9 → Chihshang → Hualien → Rueisuei → Fuyuan
By Bus
From Hualien City, take the Rueisuei/Yuli-bound Hualien bus to Fuyuan Village and walk about three kilometers. Hualien Bus Co. tel.: (03) 833-8146
Aircraft transfer
Take Hualien Bus from Hualien Airport to Fuyuan Station and walk about 3 kilometers to arrive.
By Train
Take the Taiwan Railway Eastern Line, get off at Fuyuan Train Station, and walk about 3 kilometers or take a taxi to arrive.
By shuttle bus (only for overnight guests)
Butterfly Valley Industrial Co., Ltd. provides scheduled shuttle service between Hualien Airport and the train station. Please call 03-8812377 or 03-8812378. (For overnight guests only)
Park Information
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| 1. | To prevent the spread of rabies and ensure the safety of pets and their owners, Fuyuan National Forest Recreation Area prohibits the entry of dogs, cats, and other mammals. However, this restriction does not apply to guide dogs, deaf guide dogs, and physical assistance dogs brought by people with visual, hearing, or physical disabilities, or puppies brought by professional trainers of guide dogs, deaf guide dogs, and physical assistance dogs during training. |
| 2. | The mountain trail 1 and the connecting trails are under renovation and are temporarily closed. |
| 3. | In a natural environment, it is advisable to wear clothes that blend in with the natural environment, a wide-brimmed hat, and sneakers or hiking shoes, and be careful of snake, bee and mosquito bites at all times; the trails are slippery, so please pay attention to your own safety at all times. |
| 4. | Macaques are around, please pay attention to your own safety! Three don’ts to prevent monkeys: don’t feed, don’t disturb, and don’t touch. |
| 5. | Smoking is prohibited in the amusement area except in the smoking area in accordance with the Tobacco Hazard Prevention Act. Please cooperate. A smoking area is set up on the left side of the entrance to the amusement area. Basis: Article 19, Paragraph 1, Clause 4 of the Tobacco Hazard Prevention Act. The Fuyuan National Forest Recreation Area under the jurisdiction of this branch has been designated as a no-smoking area by public announcement. According to Article 19, Paragraph 1, Clause 4 of the Tobacco Harm Prevention Act, "Smoking is not allowed in other places and transportation vehicles designated and announced by the competent authorities at all levels, except smoking areas; smoking is completely prohibited in places without smoking areas." In order to respect the rights of smokers, the Hualien Branch of the Forestry and Conservation Administration has set up a smoking area on the left side of the entrance of the Fuyuan National Forest Recreation Area and marked the location of the smoking area at the entrance. Tourists and the public who need to smoke are encouraged to smoke in the smoking area in accordance with the regulations. Smoking in a no-smoking area will violate the provisions of Article 40, Paragraph 2 of the Tobacco Harm Prevention Act and may be fined NT$2,000 to NT$10,000. |
Travel Guide
Travel Guide
Attraction
Map
Trail
Creek Trail 1
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The Creek Trail 1 is a low-altitude broad-leaved forest, with the main features being the observation of butterflies, fireflies, and frogs.
Trail
Creek Trail 2 (It will be closed for renovations from February 5, 2025, and is expected to reopen in December 2026.)
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The Creek Trail 2 goes up along Fuyuan Creek. The scenery along the route is dominated by the Fuyuan Valley. The huge rocks, deep pools, waterfalls and the azure blue water make the scenery very attractive. The Fuyuan Waterfall at the end of the trail is unique and beautiful. In addition to enjoying the entire waterfall, you can also overlook the entire Fuyuan Valley from the Longyin Suspension Bridge, and see the coastal mountains in the distance.
Trail
Mountain Trail
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The main tourist features of the Mountain Trail 2 are the Fuyuan River Valley, the upper source of the Longyin Waterfall, and the waterfall source suspension bridge. The second main tourist features are the low-altitude broad-leaved forests along the trail, and the distant views of the longitudinal valley and coastal mountains.
Trail
Main Trail
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The main trail is mainly for appreciating the plant landscape of the park. There is a wisteria flower trellis corridor. It is the best place to watch fireflies from March to May and October every year.
Featured Landscape
Camphor Forest
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It is the characteristic forest and plant landscape of this area. Huge camphor trees with a age of more than 30 years can be seen everywhere, and the forest appearance is neat and beautiful.
Featured Landscape
Longyin Waterfall
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At the upper reaches of Fuyuan Creek, a gentle and continuous, silver-thread-like Longyin Waterfall cascades down from a great height, which is quite spectacular. The 30-meter-high waterfall produces a high level of negative ions that can purify the body and mind and eliminate worries. The golden sunlight shines on the waterfall, creating a dreamy seven-color rainbow.
Featured Landscape
Longyin Suspension Bridge
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Located at the intersection of the Huanxi Trail and Huanshan Trail, there is a majestic Longyin Suspension Bridge. The Longyin Suspension Bridge, which was newly renovated at the end of 2011, is 156 meters long. The results of ecological surveys pointed out that the south bank slope is the area with the richest ecological species in the amusement area. After considering the management characteristics of the amusement area, a lighter suspension bridge was used. Under the control condition that the bridge will not be opened to traffic when the wind is strong, no wind-resistant cables are installed to reduce the intrusion of the project into the forest. While enjoying the Longyin Waterfall, visitors can occasionally feel the cool breeze blowing through the valley.
Featured Landscape
Stone Park
This area was formed by the metamorphism of the original sedimentary rocks and volcanic rocks into large and small stones. After planning and organization, it became a stone park.
Featured Landscape
Fuyuan Suspension Bridge
The Fuyuan Suspension Bridge is located at the end of the main trail and the starting point of the Huanxi Trail 2. It spans the Fuyuan Creek and connects the north and south banks of the creek. The beauty of the Fuyuan Creek can be seen from the suspension bridge.
Service Facilities
Map
Park Facilities
Ticket Office
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The view in front of the main gate, with the ticket office on the right.
Parking Lot
Parking lot
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The small car parking lot can accommodate 95 small cars and charges NT$60 per visit.
Restaurant/Accommodation/Meeting Room
Butterfly Valley by Cosmos Otium (Butterfly Valley Clubhouse)
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The operation rights were acquired by Ruisui Tenho International Tourism Hotel Co., Ltd., and it is operated under the brand "Butterfly Valley by Cosmos Otium", providing services such as accommodation, catering, hot springs and recreation.
Restaurant/Accommodation/Meeting Room
Japanese Style Hotel
The operation rights were acquired by Ruisui Tenho International Tourism Hotel Co., Ltd., and it is operated under the brand "Butterfly Valley by Cosmos Otium", providing services such as accommodation, catering, hot springs and recreation.
Restaurant/Accommodation/Meeting Room
Villa Area
The operation rights were acquired by Ruisui Tenho International Tourism Hotel Co., Ltd., and it is operated under the brand "Butterfly Valley by Cosmos Otium", providing services such as accommodation, catering, hot springs and recreation.
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