Houshan Lake

Taoyuan Attractions

後慈湖之眼

The former military restricted area is no longer, turning into a secret paradise with preserved natural ecology. If you want to relax and unwind, come to Houchih Lake to enjoy the wide skies and open spaces, and feel the green healing power of nature leisurely.

Address：No. 118-1, Township Road, Daxi District, Taoyuan City 335, Taiwan

Houshan Lake Introduction

Due to ongoing construction work, the application system for entering Back Cihu is currently suspended, and the opening days will be announced separately. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause (for more details, please refer to the latest announcement on the official website: https://backcihu.tycg.gov.tw/index.aspx?openExternalBrowser=1). The mysteriously veiled Back Cihu has opened for visits due to the lifting of restrictions by military units, making this paradise accessible to the public. Originally, Back Cihu was a small lake where Chiang Kai-shek and his wife would take walks and go boating. Entering the park from the side gate of Cihu and crossing small hills, visitors can enjoy about two kilometers of charming scenery along the way, as well as remnants from the martial law period, including command posts, bunkers, control gates, and offices, making it well worth a visit. When the Taoyuan City Government reopened it for visitation in 2009, they preserved the original appearance of five official residences to recreate the history, ecology, and cultural life of the Chiang family, as well as to replicate their living space. The park boasts rich biodiversity, including unique spider species, various birds, and frogs, along with a forest bathing trail of the endemic Taiwan chinaberry tree where visitors can stroll and appreciate the reflection of Back Cihu. You can also enjoy head-of-state-level recreational activities here.

Recreational

Houshan Lake Travel Information

Address：No. 118-1, Township Road, Daxi District, Taoyuan City 335, Taiwan

Parking Information：Ci Lake Parking Lot (approximately 210 parking spaces) with large bus parking spaces; Tou Liao Parking Lot is free and has large bus parking spaces (approximately a 15-minute walk).

Tickets：■General admission: 100 NTD per visit. ■Discounted ticket: 50 NTD per visit for tourists who meet the criteria listed in section one. ■Group ticket: 80 NTD per visit for groups of 40 or more, calculated at 20% off the general admission price.

Remarks：■The visit to Hou Ci Lake requires a walk of approximately 3.85 kilometers, and due to the rugged terrain, many trails have stairs, making it unsuitable for wheelchairs or strollers. Visitors can assess their own ability before making a request. ■For online reservation and ticket purchase applications, they can be made 2 to 3 days prior to the date of entry...

Other Nearby Attractions： Cihu Memorial Sculpture Park 、 Daxi Cihu Trail 、 Cihu Visitor Center 、 Cihu Mausoleum 、 Bajilinhyn Trail 、 Old Baigie Tunnel 、 Farming and Leisure Theme Park (Futian Garden Farm) 、 Daxi Mausoleum 、 Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall (Northern Cross-Island Highway Visitor Center) 、 Dragon's Love: Magic Bean Theme Pavilion

Nearby Cuisine： Dragon's Love Magic Bean Theme Pavilion (Cihu Store) 、 Chuanxiang Hakka Restaurant 、 Good Season Leisure Farm 、 Dou Mai Private Cuisine (A Yi Farm) 、 Daxi Old Tea Factory 、 Amuping Restaurant 、 Kewei Lou Hakka Nostalgic Cuisine 、 Donghu Live Fish Restaurant 、 Daxi Red House Nostalgic Restaurant 、 Amy's Handmade Cheesecake