[2025 Taipei Attraction] Travel Guide for Xiaoyoukeng Recreation Area (Updated Apr)

Choose to stay at the Regent Taipei, a landmark hotel in the city center. With its elegant design and comprehensive facilities, it offers a rare oasis of tranquility amidst the bustling metropolis. Today, head to Xiaoyoukeng, a place brimming with primal charm, to witness the awe-inspiring volcanic terrain. As you ascend the trail, the scent of sulfur grows stronger. The path is flanked by rocks and steaming vents, making it feel as though you've stepped into the fissures of Earth's core. The roaring sound of hot spring vents blends with the mountain breeze, creating a symphony of nature. Amidst the swirling mist, mountain birds occasionally dart by, softening the boundary between heaven and earth. In the evening, return to the Regent Taipei and unwind by the rooftop pool. Here, the raw beauty of the mountains meets the modernity of the city, evoking a profound sense of fulfillment and serenity.

#MarchGoodPlaces2025 #Yangmingshan As soon as I got off the car, I smelled a strong smell of sulfur. Not long after walking from the parking lot, I saw the smoking mountain wall. White smoke kept rising up, like a huge soup pot was cooking. The air is filled with smoke, and when the sun shines through the smoke, it sparkles, creating a mysterious and spectacular feeling. The geothermal phenomenon here is actually because Xiaoyoukeng is located in an area where volcanic activity has not completely stopped. The Datun volcanic group has erupted before. Although there are no violent eruptions now, there is still a lot of high-temperature gas and water vapor underground that come out of the cracks. These geothermal activities cause the ground to constantly emit jets and smoke, and also form a special sulfur terrain in this area, such as fumaroles, sulfur crystals, yellow rocks, etc., which feels like a natural laboratory. The trail in Xiaoyoukeng is not too long, but there are some explanatory signs along the way, explaining how geothermal energy is formed and the history of volcanic activity, which is quite interesting. Walking up to the viewing platform, you can clearly see the entire geothermal jet area and the mountain scenery in the distance, with a great view. We looked around and took photos, and everyone said that it felt like being on an alien planet. However, the wind is very strong here, and the temperature in the mountains is much lower than in the city. It is recommended to wear thicker clothes or a hat to protect against the wind.

🌞 Taiwan has had rare good weather these past two days. Yesterday I went to Maokong to watch the sunset, and today I took a bus to Yangmingshan after waking up. From Qingtiangang to Xiaoyoukeng, it was the first time I saw so many cows up close🐄, and also the first time I saw a dormant volcano up close🌋. When I was eating lunch on the lawn, I met a very enthusiastic Taiwanese guy. He said that you brought very beautiful lunch boxes, and he took a photo of me and my friends📸, and then turned around and took photos of many tourists present🤣. We climbed for quite a while to reach Dream Lake. We didn't dare to speak loudly in the silent wetland. We could only hear the croaking of frogs and chirping of insects. I also met a very beautiful auntie who asked me to help take a photo of her and the afterglow in the forest in the evening. After that, she enthusiastically took several photos for us📷. The wind I breathed in the mountains all day felt extremely comfortable. While climbing the mountain and gazing at the distant mountains, I suddenly recalled the phrase "Yin and Yang divide the dusk and dawn." On the way back, I passed by Chinese Culture University and saw the beautiful sunset in the sky🌅. I hope Taipei will have more sunny weather like this! #Everyday there are moments worth recording #TaipeiYangmingshan #TaiwanVisitingStudy #Xiaoyoukeng #Qingtiangang #DreamLake #ForestWetlandPark

Plan to take bus 1717 from Jiantan Station directly to the main attractions including Xiaoyoukeng, Qingtiangang, Lengshuikeng and Menghuan Lake, a round trip in one day. If you want to go to Yangming Book House, it is recommended to check the bus schedule in advance, because the bus schedule is relatively fixed and may affect your subsequent itinerary. 🌄 ————————————————————— Feedback: Yangmingshan is so beautiful, it is truly the Little Switzerland of Taipei! The weather was very good today when we went there, it was sunny and the photos were beautiful! We went to Xiaoyoukeng, Qingtiangang, Lengshuikeng Milk Lake, and Menghuan Lake. At around 4pm, we took bus No. 15 back to Taipei City, had a massage, had some stir-fried dishes, and visited Shilin Night Market. It was a successful day. #Taipei#Yangmingshan#Shilin Night Market

#HikingTrip Location: Mt. Qixing Xiaoyoukeng Trail, Taiwan Short-term hiking, half-day round trip Atmosphere: Beautiful mountaintop view, moderately long hike, you need strong legs, steep stairs will test you step by step, you can see volcanic rocks along the path and smell sulfur, the view along the way is also very beautiful Coordinates: 112, Taiwan, Taipei City, Beitou District

#Overseas travel Overseas travel Taiwan ⭐️小油坑遊憩區⭐️ is a sulfur volcanic area within Yangmingshan. There is a short trekking course here, including an observation deck. It is a course that can be walked around in about 20-30 minutes from the parking lot, and you can see the actual sulfur volcano right away. 🎯No. 69, Yangming Creek Walkway, Beitou District, Taipei City, Taiwan 112 #Taiwan #Taiwan travel #Yangmingshan #小油坑遊憩區

📍Xiaoyoukeng｜Yangmingshan National Park, Taiwan Located in the famous Yangmingshan National Park, there is a post-volcanic activity site landscape area called "Xiaoyoukeng", where you can admire the steam-filled volcanic crater, get a close look at the volcanic sulfur vents, observe volcanic rock fragments, and smell the sulfur in the air. This trail is not difficult to walk and is very suitable for a walk in sunny and not hot weather. In addition to driving directly to Xiaoyoukeng parking lot, you can also take bus 108 to arrive at Xiaoyoukeng Station and experience the spectacular power of nature for yourself. ▷Address: No. 69, Zhuzihu Road, Beitou District, Taipei City, Taiwan (Xiaoyoukeng Recreation Area) ▷Opening hours: 0900-1630; closed on Mondays #Taiwan must-visit check-in spots #Taiwan

Good weather ~ good scenery Xiaoyoukeng Recreation Area The wonders of the earth, feel the magical geology You can see the volcano up close It is also the season when the silvergrass is in full bloom, and it feels different to take pictures You can also see the different scenery of Yangmingshan It is really an unforgettable memory and experience! ๑>؂<๑ #Yangmingshan Attractions #Xiaoyoukeng #Miscanthus Season

#Taiwan Summer Vacation Activities Whenever I have free time, I want to go to the mountains to see the scenery 🌋⛰️Xiaoyoukeng Recreation Area Xiaoyoukeng Recreation Area The scenery here is beautiful whether it is sunny☀️ or rainy☔️ Xiaoyoukeng is a post-volcanic geological landscape area. The most distinctive features are the fumaroles, sulfur crystals, hot springs and spectacular collapse terrain formed by "post-volcanic activity". 🉑️It is more convenient to drive there You can also stay longer to enjoy the scenery. Xiaoyoukeng Recreation Area 🌋 No. 69, Zhuzihu, Beitou District, Taipei City 112 #Good place for parents and children #Good place for hot summer #Weekend tour #travel #Taipei attractions #Yangmingshan attractions #Yangmingshan #mountainview #yangmingshan