Meihua Lake Scenic Area
- Hours
- 09:00–17:30
- Telephone
- 03-9617267
The scenic area, leisure-agriculture area and boat operation are separate scopes; their hours and telephone numbers cannot be merged.
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Dongshan, Yilan · three ways around the lake
梅花湖風景區 guide | Lakeside loop, cycling, boat and family visit
Separate the scenic area, the leisure-agriculture district and the boat operation first, then choose walking, cycling or a boat-and-walk visit without mixing their hours, phones or charges.
Updated May 29, 2026Not a live operating status
Aerial view of Meihua Lake, its shore and Phoenix Island｜宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處｜宜蘭縣政府網站資料開放宣告（原頁未見個別限制）
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Before your first visit
Do not merge the three scopes
Separate the scenic area, the leisure-agriculture district and the boat operation first, then choose walking, cycling or a boat-and-walk visit without mixing their hours, phones or charges.
The scenic area, leisure-agriculture area and boat operation are separate scopes; their hours and telephone numbers cannot be merged.
The 2.2 km main loop suits pauses along the way. Allowing 60–90 minutes is an editorial suggestion including views and rests, not a speed promise.
Checked through 2026-08-01; access, transport, departures and operators still require an official or on-site check before travel.
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Quick facts
- Address
- 宜蘭縣冬山鄉得安村大埤路1號
- Telephone
- 03-9617267
- Coordinates
- 24.64303, 121.7327
- Scenic-area hours
- 09:00–17:30
- Lake surface
- 20 ha
- Loop distance
- 2.2 km
- Suggested stay
- 60–90 min · 2–3 h
- Lake boat
- 09:00–17:00 · Check before going
- Parking
- An official car park is listed, but the current charge is not confirmed; event-day traffic controls may also apply.
- Bus
- 大進線 · 綠25 · 281 · Check before going
- Phoenix Island
- Phoenix Island suspension bridge → Phoenix Island
- Families and seniors
- Seniors can use a short entrance-to-shore version; assess the uphill temple extension and suspension bridge separately. Official evidence does not support calling the whole loop, bridge and temple extension fully accessible; assess strollers and wheelchairs on site.
- Current notices
- Checked through 2026-08-01; access, transport, departures and operators still require an official or on-site check before travel.
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Three separate scopes
Do not merge the three scopes
Meihua Lake Leisure Agriculture Area
- Hours
- 06:00–00:00
- Telephone
- 03-9615576
The scenic area, leisure-agriculture area and boat operation are separate scopes; their hours and telephone numbers cannot be merged.
Meihua Lake boat operation
- Hours
- 09:00–17:00
- Telephone
- 03-9612888
The township page currently lists 09:00–17:00, about 2.5 km, about 15 minutes, NT$75 full and NT$35 half fare; confirm departures, loading and suspension rules that day.
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Choose a visit mode
Separate the scenic area, the leisure-agriculture district and the boat operation first, then choose walking, cycling or a boat-and-walk visit without mixing their hours, phones or charges.
Regular reference
60–90 min
60–90 minute lakeside walk
The 2.2 km main loop suits pauses along the way. Allowing 60–90 minutes is an editorial suggestion including views and rests, not a speed promise.
- 1Dapi Road entrance and services
- 2Lakeside loop
- 3Phoenix Island suspension bridge
- 4Phoenix Island
- 5Lakeside ecology zone
- 6Return to Dapi Road entrance
Operator-dependent
45–75 min
45–75 minute cycle or tandem
Pedestrians, bicycles, tandems and permitted leisure vehicles share the loop road, so slow down and yield to walkers. Shops, vehicle types, rental rates, deposits and insurance can change; this guide does not freeze an unverified price or promise a model.
- 1Dapi Road entrance and services
- 2Rental and shop area
- 3Lakeside loop
- 4Lakeside ecology zone
- 5Return to Dapi Road entrance
Operator-dependent
15 min + 30–45 min
Boat plus short walk
The township page currently lists 09:00–17:00, about 2.5 km, about 15 minutes, NT$75 full and NT$35 half fare; confirm departures, loading and suspension rules that day.
- 1Dapi Road entrance and services
- 2Boat pier
- 3Lakeside loop
- 4Dapi Road entrance and services
Regular reference
2–3 h
2–3 hour family visit
Families can shorten the route and avoid busier vehicle sections; adults should supervise children beside water, piers and shared roads. The 2.2 km main loop suits pauses along the way. Allowing 60–90 minutes is an editorial suggestion including views and rests, not a speed promise.
- 1Dapi Road entrance and services
- 2Lakeside loop
- 3Phoenix Island suspension bridge
- 4Phoenix Island
- 5Lakeside ecology zone
- 6Dapi Road entrance and services
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Original loop map
The official page describes about a 15-minute walk from the loop road to Sanqing Temple; this is an uphill extension, not part of flat-loop timing.
- 1Dapi Road entrance and services
- 2Boat pier
- 3Rental and shop area
- 4Lakeside loop
- 5Phoenix Island suspension bridge
- 6Phoenix Island
- 7Lakeside ecology zone
- 8Uphill Sanqing Temple junction
- 9Return to Dapi Road entrance
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Phoenix Island and bridge
Official evidence does not support calling the whole loop, bridge and temple extension fully accessible; assess strollers and wheelchairs on site.
Aerial view of Meihua Lake, its shore and Phoenix Island
The 2.2 km main loop suits pauses along the way. Allowing 60–90 minutes is an editorial suggestion including views and rests, not a speed promise.
Phoenix Island and its bridge
Families can shorten the route and avoid busier vehicle sections; adults should supervise children beside water, piers and shared roads.
Suspension bridge to Phoenix Island
Official evidence does not support calling the whole loop, bridge and temple extension fully accessible; assess strollers and wheelchairs on site.
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Lake boat
The township page currently lists 09:00–17:00, about 2.5 km, about 15 minutes, NT$75 full and NT$35 half fare; confirm departures, loading and suspension rules that day.
- Hours
- 09:00–17:00
- Route length
- 2.5 km
- Ride duration
- ≈ 15 min
- Fare
- NT$75 / NT$35
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Bikes, tandems and electric vehicles
Shops, vehicle types, rental rates, deposits and insurance can change; this guide does not freeze an unverified price or promise a model.
Shops, vehicle types, rental rates, deposits and insurance can change; this guide does not freeze an unverified price or promise a model.
Pedestrians, bicycles, tandems and permitted leisure vehicles share the loop road, so slow down and yield to walkers.
Do not chase, approach or feed wildlife. Travel slowly on shared roads and keep piers, shops and vehicle paths clear.
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Lake ecology
Official records include night herons, mandarin ducks, ducks, squirrels and Taiwan macaques; they may be observed but are never guaranteed. Do not chase, approach or feed wildlife. Travel slowly on shared roads and keep piers, shops and vehicle paths clear.
Lake surface
Official records include night herons, mandarin ducks, ducks, squirrels and Taiwan macaques; they may be observed but are never guaranteed. Do not chase, approach or feed wildlife. Travel slowly on shared roads and keep piers, shops and vehicle paths clear.
Waterfowl beside the lake
Official records include night herons, mandarin ducks, ducks, squirrels and Taiwan macaques; they may be observed but are never guaranteed. Do not chase, approach or feed wildlife. Travel slowly on shared roads and keep piers, shops and vehicle paths clear.
Lake ecology
Official records include night herons, mandarin ducks, ducks, squirrels and Taiwan macaques; they may be observed but are never guaranteed. Do not chase, approach or feed wildlife. Travel slowly on shared roads and keep piers, shops and vehicle paths clear.
Lake ecology
Official records include night herons, mandarin ducks, ducks, squirrels and Taiwan macaques; they may be observed but are never guaranteed. Do not chase, approach or feed wildlife. Travel slowly on shared roads and keep piers, shops and vehicle paths clear.
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Transport
Drive or check the Dajin shuttle, Green 25 and bus 281; no perishable fixed timetable is copied here.
Dapi Road entrance and services
Drive or check the Dajin shuttle, Green 25 and bus 281; no perishable fixed timetable is copied here.
大進線 · Dajin
Drive or check the Dajin shuttle, Green 25 and bus 281; no perishable fixed timetable is copied here.
綠25 · Green 25
Drive or check the Dajin shuttle, Green 25 and bus 281; no perishable fixed timetable is copied here.
281
Drive or check the Dajin shuttle, Green 25 and bus 281; no perishable fixed timetable is copied here.
Google Maps · 24.64303, 121.7327
Drive or check the Dajin shuttle, Green 25 and bus 281; no perishable fixed timetable is copied here.
Navigate to the official coordinatesParking
An official car park is listed, but the current charge is not confirmed; event-day traffic controls may also apply.
Checked through 2026-08-01; access, transport, departures and operators still require an official or on-site check before travel.
Drive or check the Dajin shuttle, Green 25 and bus 281; no perishable fixed timetable is copied here.
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Families, seniors and access
Do not chase, approach or feed wildlife. Travel slowly on shared roads and keep piers, shops and vehicle paths clear.
Families and seniors
- Families can shorten the route and avoid busier vehicle sections; adults should supervise children beside water, piers and shared roads.
- Pedestrians, bicycles, tandems and permitted leisure vehicles share the loop road, so slow down and yield to walkers.
- Do not chase, approach or feed wildlife. Travel slowly on shared roads and keep piers, shops and vehicle paths clear.
Can seniors, strollers and wheelchairs complete the whole loop?
- Seniors can use a short entrance-to-shore version; assess the uphill temple extension and suspension bridge separately.
- The 2.2 km main loop suits pauses along the way. Allowing 60–90 minutes is an editorial suggestion including views and rests, not a speed promise.
- The official page describes about a 15-minute walk from the loop road to Sanqing Temple; this is an uphill extension, not part of flat-loop timing.
- Official evidence does not support calling the whole loop, bridge and temple extension fully accessible; assess strollers and wheelchairs on site.
- Seniors can use a short entrance-to-shore version; assess the uphill temple extension and suspension bridge separately.
- Checked through 2026-08-01; access, transport, departures and operators still require an official or on-site check before travel.
Can I bring a pet?
- Pet rules depend on the site and each boat operator. Keep pets leashed, remove waste and keep away from wildlife.
- Do not chase, approach or feed wildlife. Travel slowly on shared roads and keep piers, shops and vehicle paths clear.
Is it a good rainy-day alternative?
- Drizzle does not make this a complete wet-weather alternative; shorten or cancel for thunderstorms, strong wind, typhoons or boat suspension.
- The township page currently lists 09:00–17:00, about 2.5 km, about 15 minutes, NT$75 full and NT$35 half fare; confirm departures, loading and suspension rules that day.
- Checked through 2026-08-01; access, transport, departures and operators still require an official or on-site check before travel.
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Sanqing Temple extension
The official page describes about a 15-minute walk from the loop road to Sanqing Temple; this is an uphill extension, not part of flat-loop timing.
The official page describes about a 15-minute walk from the loop road to Sanqing Temple; this is an uphill extension, not part of flat-loop timing.
Annual event
EndedThe 2026 Meihua Lake Sustainable Action Marathon ended on 2026-04-25 and is not presented as upcoming.
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Nearby plans and stay
Separate the scenic area, the leisure-agriculture district and the boat operation first, then choose walking, cycling or a boat-and-walk visit without mixing their hours, phones or charges.
冬山河自行車道攻略
Pedestrians, bicycles, tandems and permitted leisure vehicles share the loop road, so slow down and yield to walkers.
Read the full article冬山三奇美徑攻略
Drive or check the Dajin shuttle, Green 25 and bus 281; no perishable fixed timetable is copied here.
Read the full article冬山河生態綠舟攻略
Families can shorten the route and avoid busier vehicle sections; adults should supervise children beside water, piers and shared roads.
Read the full article冬山河親水公園攻略
Families can shorten the route and avoid busier vehicle sections; adults should supervise children beside water, piers and shared roads.
Read the full articleWaterEdge · Rooms
Separate the scenic area, the leisure-agriculture district and the boat operation first, then choose walking, cycling or a boat-and-walk visit without mixing their hours, phones or charges.
Read the full articleWaterEdge · Whole house
Separate the scenic area, the leisure-agriculture district and the boat operation first, then choose walking, cycling or a boat-and-walk visit without mixing their hours, phones or charges.
Read the full articleWaterEdge · Location
Drive or check the Dajin shuttle, Green 25 and bus 281; no perishable fixed timetable is copied here.
Read the full article14
FAQ
Are the scenic area and agriculture area the same scope?+
The scenic area, leisure-agriculture area and boat operation are separate scopes; their hours and telephone numbers cannot be merged.
How long is the lake loop?+
2.2 km. The 2.2 km main loop suits pauses along the way. Allowing 60–90 minutes is an editorial suggestion including views and rests, not a speed promise.
What are the scenic-area hours?+
09:00–17:30. The scenic area, leisure-agriculture area and boat operation are separate scopes; their hours and telephone numbers cannot be merged.
Does 06:00–00:00 apply to every facility?+
The scenic area, leisure-agriculture area and boat operation are separate scopes; their hours and telephone numbers cannot be merged.
How long should a walking loop take?+
The 2.2 km main loop suits pauses along the way. Allowing 60–90 minutes is an editorial suggestion including views and rests, not a speed promise.
How long should I allow for cycling?+
Pedestrians, bicycles, tandems and permitted leisure vehicles share the loop road, so slow down and yield to walkers.
What do bicycle and electric vehicles cost?+
Shops, vehicle types, rental rates, deposits and insurance can change; this guide does not freeze an unverified price or promise a model.
What are the currently listed boat hours?+
The township page currently lists 09:00–17:00, about 2.5 km, about 15 minutes, NT$75 full and NT$35 half fare; confirm departures, loading and suspension rules that day.
What are the listed boat fares?+
The township page currently lists 09:00–17:00, about 2.5 km, about 15 minutes, NT$75 full and NT$35 half fare; confirm departures, loading and suspension rules that day.
Does the boat run at every time every day?+
The township page currently lists 09:00–17:00, about 2.5 km, about 15 minutes, NT$75 full and NT$35 half fare; confirm departures, loading and suspension rules that day. Checked through 2026-08-01; access, transport, departures and operators still require an official or on-site check before travel.
Can I walk across the bridge to Phoenix Island?+
Families can shorten the route and avoid busier vehicle sections; adults should supervise children beside water, piers and shared roads. Official evidence does not support calling the whole loop, bridge and temple extension fully accessible; assess strollers and wheelchairs on site.
Is Sanqing Temple part of the flat loop time?+
The official page describes about a 15-minute walk from the loop road to Sanqing Temple; this is an uphill extension, not part of flat-loop timing.
Is parking free?+
An official car park is listed, but the current charge is not confirmed; event-day traffic controls may also apply.
Is general lakeside entry free?+
The scenic area, leisure-agriculture area and boat operation are separate scopes; their hours and telephone numbers cannot be merged. Checked through 2026-08-01; access, transport, departures and operators still require an official or on-site check before travel.
Which buses reach Meihua Lake?+
Drive or check the Dajin shuttle, Green 25 and bus 281; no perishable fixed timetable is copied here.
Is the lake suitable for children?+
Families can shorten the route and avoid busier vehicle sections; adults should supervise children beside water, piers and shared roads.
Can seniors, strollers and wheelchairs complete the whole loop?+
Seniors can use a short entrance-to-shore version; assess the uphill temple extension and suspension bridge separately. Official evidence does not support calling the whole loop, bridge and temple extension fully accessible; assess strollers and wheelchairs on site.
Can I bring a pet?+
Pet rules depend on the site and each boat operator. Keep pets leashed, remove waste and keep away from wildlife.
Is it a good rainy-day alternative?+
Drizzle does not make this a complete wet-weather alternative; shorten or cancel for thunderstorms, strong wind, typhoons or boat suspension.
Is the 2026 Meihua Lake marathon still upcoming?+
The 2026 Meihua Lake Sustainable Action Marathon ended on 2026-04-25 and is not presented as upcoming.
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Official sources
Checked on 2026-08-01 against the listed official sources. Scenic-area access, agriculture-area services, boats, rentals, parking, buses, the bridge and events can change; this is not a live-status, free-entry, free-parking, fixed-rental or whole-site accessibility guarantee.
Official source：Meihua Lake Scenic Area
宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處 · 2026-08-01
Official source：Meihua Lake Scenic Area · Official sources
交通部觀光署觀光多媒體開放資料 · 2026-08-01
Official source：Meihua Lake Leisure Agriculture Area
宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處 · 2026-08-01
Official source：Meihua Lake boat operation
宜蘭縣冬山鄉公所 · 2026-08-01
Official source：Uphill Sanqing Temple junction
宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處 · 2026-08-01
Official source：Bikes, tandems and electric vehicles · Transport
宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處 · 2026-08-01
Official source：Annual event · 2026-04-25
宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處 · 2026-08-01
Official source：Annual event · 2026-02-16
宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處 · 2026-08-01
Official source：Image sources and licences · Yilan
宜蘭縣政府 · 2026-08-01
Official source：Image sources and licences · Dongshan
宜蘭縣冬山鄉公所 · 2026-08-01
Official source：Google Maps · 24.64303, 121.7327
Google Maps · 2026-08-01
Official source：Transport · Check live bus information
宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處 · 2026-08-01
Official source：Bikes, tandems and electric vehicles · Official sources
宜蘭縣冬山鄉公所 · 2026-08-01
Image sources and licences
Aerial view of Meihua Lake, its shore and Phoenix Island
宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處（原頁未列攝影者） · 宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處 · 宜蘭縣政府網站資料開放宣告（原頁未見個別限制）
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Official information sourcesLakeside boat pier and moored boats
宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處（原頁未列攝影者） · 宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處 · 宜蘭縣政府網站資料開放宣告（原頁未見個別限制）
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Official information sourcesBicycles and tandem cycles under lakeside trees
宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處（原頁未列攝影者） · 宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處 · 宜蘭縣政府網站資料開放宣告（原頁未見個別限制）
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Official information sourcesDapi Road entrance services and shops
宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處（原頁未列攝影者） · 宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處 · 宜蘭縣政府網站資料開放宣告（原頁未見個別限制）
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Official information sourcesShaded lakeside rest point
宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處（原頁未列攝影者） · 宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處 · 宜蘭縣政府網站資料開放宣告（原頁未見個別限制）
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Official information sourcesPhoenix Island and its bridge
宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處（原頁未列攝影者） · 宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處 · 宜蘭縣政府網站資料開放宣告（原頁未見個別限制）
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Official information sourcesNovelty electric vehicles at a rental shop
宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處（原頁未列攝影者） · 宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處 · 宜蘭縣政府網站資料開放宣告（原頁未見個別限制）
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Official information sourcesSanqing Temple on the wooded hillside
宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處（原頁未列攝影者） · 宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處 · 宜蘭縣政府網站資料開放宣告（原頁未見個別限制）
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Official information sourcesSuspension bridge to Phoenix Island
宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處（原頁未列攝影者） · 宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處 · 宜蘭縣政府網站資料開放宣告（原頁未見個別限制）
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Official information sourcesWaterfowl beside the lake
宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處（原頁未列攝影者） · 宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處 · 宜蘭縣政府網站資料開放宣告（原頁未見個別限制）
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Official information sourcesDiagram of the main loop and uphill Sanqing extension
WaterEdge editorial · WaterEdge original route diagram · WaterEdge original editorial SVG
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Original loop map