Guguan Hot Spring Scenic Area | Century-old Hot Spring Secret × Mountain Forest Suspension Bridge Slow Travel

Attractions / Taichung Attractions

If you're looking for a mountain town retreat that allows you to escape the hustle and bustle and relax your body and mind, Guguan Hot Spring Scenic Area is the top choice for Taichung residents' weekend getaways. From the steaming hot carbonated springs to suspension bridges and forest trails that preserve their original charm, Guguan is not just a hot spring destination, but also a healing place that combines nature with indigenous culture.

 

Century-old Springs: Natural Power to Wash Away Fatigue

Guguan Hot Springs has a long history, dating back to 1907 during the Japanese colonial period, when it was called "Meiji Hot Springs." The spring water temperature is approximately 65°C, with a pH value of about 7.6, classified as weakly alkaline carbonated spring, clear and odorless with fine water quality. After soaking, the skin becomes smooth and tender, and the spirit relaxes, providing excellent relief for the stress and fatigue common in modern life. No wonder the hotels and guesthouses here almost all feature hot spring suites, attracting visitors year-round to heal their bodies and minds.

 

Suspension Bridges and Forest Trails: Walking into Guguan's Tranquil Time

When visiting Guguan, don't miss these two classic suspension bridges:

• Guguan Suspension Bridge | Spanning the Dajia River, it's Guguan's landmark photo spot

• Shaolai Suspension Bridge | Located next to Guguan Post Office, named in honor of Atayal chief "Shaolai"

Walking on the suspension bridges, accompanied by valleys and mountain forests, is the most peaceful moment of the journey.

Additionally, Baxian Mountain Forest Recreation Area is not far from Guguan and is an excellent spot for hiking and flower viewing. Especially during the tung blossom season in late spring and early summer, the white flowers fall like snow covering the mountains and fields. Combined with the three primitive trails in the park, it's perfect for a forest phytoncide journey.

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Charter Car Recommendation | Guguan Day Trip, Two-Day-One-Night Flexible Planning

The route to Guguan consists of mountain roads, making public transportation inconvenient. We recommend arranging charter car service departing from Taichung, which can stop at Baxian Mountain, Shaolai Suspension Bridge, Guguan Old Street, and various hot spring hotels according to your itinerary:

• Suitable for family outings, couple trips, and parent-child activities

• Customizable arrangements for day trips, two-day-one-night stays, or combined with other Taichung attractions (such as Houli Flora Expo, Dongshi Forest Garden)

• Images and text sourced from: (Taichung Tourism website Taichung Tourism, photo and partial text copyrights belong to original authors)