Yangmingshan National Forest Park, China's Scenic Area with the Highest Negative Ion Concentration

How to Explore Yangmingshan? Save This Guide First! Especially for first-time visitors—avoid unnecessary detours that could add extra kilometers to your journey‼️ Below, I’ve compiled three different routes for you to follow directly, ensuring a smooth and exciting experience from start to finish!

🟪Langui Valley Health & Wellness Lakeside Route - ⏰2 hours total
〽️Route: Langui Valley Entrance → Writers' Village → Langui Waterfall → Dragon Spitting Waterfall

Highlights: This 4.5 km route starts at the Langui Valley entrance, winding through shaded forest paths alongside babbling streams. Multiple spots along the way are perfect for water play—catching fish, hunting crabs, or splashing around. A must-visit route in Yangmingshan!

🟩Forget-Worry Valley Health & Wellness Stream Trekking Route ⏰8 hours total
〽️Route: Maoping Post → Yuanxi Homestay → Fish Scale Dam

Highlights: This 13.9 km premium health trail features paved paths and ambient lighting/sound systems. Stroll through Forget-Worry Valley with gentle breezes and a babbling brook, passing photogenic spots like the Fish Scale Dam. Enjoy natural swimming holes, foraging for wild greens, or collecting river snails—immersing in rustic countryside charm. Note: This longer route requires proper preparation.

🟥Full Hiking Route ⏰7 hours total
〽️Route: Yangmingshan Ticket Office → Langui Valley → Gannan Tea Culture Research Institute → Yangmingshan Villa → Yunyin Temple → Yangling Summit Visitor Center → Yangling Summit → Tianzhu Pavilion

Highlights: This 12.6 km route begins at the park entrance, following roads past key attractions like Langui Valley and Yunyin Temple before culminating at the mountaintop observatory.

🌈Park Features:
- China’s forest park with the highest negative ion concentration ✅
- 96.8% green coverage—every breath here is worth it!
- Closest national forest park to the county town‼️
Worthwhile spots? All covered in the routes above!

🕐Opening Hours: 07:30–21:30 (last entry at 17:30)

🚗Transport Tips:
- Direct bus access; convenient for e-bikes/taxis.
- Self-driving? You can drive straight into the scenic area—super handy!

💗Pro Tips:
- Pack snacks! The park is refreshingly uncommercialized, with limited food options⚠️ Must-bring.
- Weather differs between base and summit—carry an umbrella or disposable raincoat if hiking.