Zhihben National Forest Recreation Area

Taitung Attractions

Photo provided by Taitung Branch
Photo provided by Taitung Branch

Address:No. 290, Longquan Road, Wenquan Village

Zhihben National Forest Recreation Area Introduction

Jhihben National Forest Recreation Area is situated at an elevation of 110 to 650 meters and enjoys a warm and humid climate year-round. The area is rich in diverse flora and fauna, featuring major attractions such as the century-old banyan tree, century-old sour vine, and the Jhihben Herb Garden. The recreation area is an excellent destination for ecological tourism, forest therapy, family activities, and night-time observation. In recent years, the trail system has been optimized, wood education facilities have been introduced, and the Jhihben Aroma series products have been launched, allowing the beautiful forest memories to extend into daily life. Open a window to experience the beauty of the forest! In 2024, a renovation project for the retail space was initiated, introducing a visually aesthetic 6-meter large viewing window, allowing visitors to "overlook the entire forest" from the shop, offering unobstructed views of the refreshing mountain scenery and waterfall. The first "Forest Manufacturing" brand concept store in Eastern Taiwan has also been established—"Forest Manufacturing" X "Hubi Apartment Jhihben," focusing on nature conservation and sustainable development, innovating the operational thinking of forest leisure retail spaces, and connecting the public with forest ecosystems to create diverse service values. The interior of the shop also features details using domestic materials and carefully selected local dining options, unique crafts, forest literature, Taitung plant-based scents, and outdoor lifestyle products, making visitors feel as if they have stepped into the Jhihben forest and experience the beauty of Taiwan's forests.

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Zhihben National Forest Recreation Area Travel Information

Website:https://recreation.forest.gov.tw/Forest/RA?typ_id=0700001


Address:No. 290, Longquan Road, Wenquan Village


Transportation Methods:[By Car] Route 1: Provincial Highway No. 9 or No. 11 → Zhiben → Longquan Road (County Road 194) → Follow the signs to Zhiben National Forest Recreation Area (located at the end of the road). [By Car Rental] Take the Taiwan Railways (http://twtraffic.tra.gov.tw/twrail/TW_Quicksearch.aspx) South Link Line to Zhiben Station, then rent a scooter to head towards Zhiben Hot Springs direction to Zhiben National Forest Recreation Area (approximately 15 minutes by scooter). [Public Transport] Take the Bus - Eastern Taiwan Bus: 1. Take the Eastern Taiwan Bus (Mountain Line http://ett333023.com.tw/page3_14.htm) No. 8129 from Taitung City or Zhiben Station to Nei Hot Springs Station, then walk about 300 meters towards Zhiben National Forest Recreation Area (Weekdays and Holidays: 15 trips one way (30 round trips)). Eastern Taiwan Bus Inquiry Phone: 089-328269. 2. "Meet the Forest" one-day tour tickets, route maps, timetables, and discount merchant information: http://ett333023.com.tw/i-chihpen/index.html [Public Transport] Airplane: (1) Fly from Taipei Songshan Airport to Taitung Fengnian Airport. (2) Take the Eastern Taiwan Bus shuttle to Taitung Transfer Station. (3) Then take the 8129 bus from Taitung to Zhiben National Forest Recreation Area (15 trips one way, 30 round trips daily). [Public Transport] Train: Taipei -> Taitung or Kaohsiung -> Taitung, arrive at Zhiben/Taitung Station. Then switch to Eastern Taiwan Bus No. 8129 bus/taxi/rent a car to your destination. [Public Transport] YouBike: 1. Zhiben Station (in front of the station) - Ride for about 40 minutes (8.7 km) - Zhiben National Forest Recreation Area (within the parking lot) (regular or electric bike rental available). 2. The parking lot in the area has a total of 24 parking spaces. For detailed station information and real-time vehicle/space availability, please visit the YouBike official website or app.


Other Nearby Attractions: Zhiben Nature Education CenterZhiben Zhen Waterfront ParkSanhe Coastal ParkMengzong Bamboo Forest TrailSakura Blossom Path CrossingMillennium Sunrise Memorial ParkTaimali Fuxing TempleNational Taitung University LibraryJialan Sky WalkNational Museum of Prehistory


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