Yangmingshan National Park is a volcanic national park just north of downtown Taipei, where the Datun volcanic range serves up steaming sulfur vents, hot springs, grassy highlands and seasonal flowers. Its centerpieces are Qixingshan (Seven Star Mountain, 1,120 m—the park's highest peak) and the fumaroles of Xiaoyoukeng, and it draws big crowds during spring cherry-blossom and calla-lily seasons. It makes an easy half- or full-day trip from the city.
Qixingshan (Seven Star Mountain): the park's 1,120 m high point; a mostly-stairs climb of about an hour from Xiaoyoukeng, with Taipei skyline views on clear days
Xiaoyoukeng, Lengshuikeng & Geothermal Valley: fumaroles, sulfur crystals and steaming post-volcanic terrain that feed the area's hot springs
Zhuzihu calla lily and hydrangea fields: the park's signature flower spot, with 45+ farms offering flower-picking in spring
Flower Clock & Yangming Park gardens: heart of the spring flower festival with plum, cherry, peach and azalea blooms
Qingtiangang grassland plateau: open meadow trails, grazing cattle and wildlife-watching
Good to know
SafetySulfur-vent zones like Xiaoyoukeng and Geothermal Valley release toxic gas (hydrogen sulfide). Stay behind the marked decks and railings, and keep visits short if you have asthma or respiratory issues, or are pregnant or with small children.
SeasonWeekends during the Feb–Mar flower festival and the late-Mar to May Zhuzihu calla-lily season bring severe traffic jams and near-impossible parking. Arrive before 09:00 on a weekday, avoid the 10:00–15:00 weekend rush, and take public transit.
SafetyMountain weather changes fast—it can be foggy, wet, windy and much colder up top even when the city is sunny. Bring a waterproof jacket and non-slip shoes; the Qixingshan stairs get slippery when wet.
RulesPark entry is free, but some public car parks charge. Certain trails (e.g. restricted routes) may require an online mountain-entry application—check the official park site for the latest rules before you go.
CautionTaipei's licensed taxis are metered and generally honest, but unlicensed touts near some tourist spots may push 'free' or discounted tours. Board official taxis at MRT stations/stands or use apps (Uber, Taiwan Taxi) and confirm the meter is running.
MannersPublic hot springs and bathhouses are usually gender-separated and nude, with etiquette such as not dipping your towel in the water. Some venues restrict guests with tattoos—check the rules first and keep noise down.
Practical info
Get there via MRT Tamsui–Xinyi Line to Shilin or Jiantan and bus Red 5 / S15, or from Beitou via bus 230 / S9; inside the park, the 108 loop bus links the sites. Entry is free (some parking paid); confirm opening hours and any trail-permit or traffic controls on the official park website before visiting.
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Sources · https://www.ymsnp.gov.tw/ (Yangmingshan National Park official) · https://www.foreignersintaiwan.com/blog/guide-to-yangmingshan-national-park · https://www.taiwanobsessed.com/yangmingshan-national-park/ · https://callalily.com.tw/english.php · https://eng.taiwan.net.tw/m1.aspx?sNo=0029050 (Taiwan Tourism - Taxi)
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