Snow Mountain National Park Introduction
Xueshan National Park was established in 1992. It is bounded to the north by the ridgeline between Bian Gu Yan Mountain and Le Shan, to the east by the upper reaches of the Dajia River, to the west by the natural ridgeline from Beikeng Mountain to Xiaoxue Mountain, and to the south by Yuluoweishan and the middle reaches of the Dajia River. The park is located at the intersection of Hsinchu, Miaoli, and Taichung counties, making it the fifth national park officially established in Taiwan. Xueshan National Park is characterized by towering mountains and magnificent landscapes, with height variations exceeding 3,000 meters. Centered around Xueshan, various ridges radiate outward, creating a landscape of meandering mountain ridges that are distinct in layering and steep in terrain. The most representative peaks are Xueshan and Daba Jian Mountain. The main peak of Xueshan, located in the central part of the Xueshan Mountain Range, stands at 3,886 meters, making it the highest point in the range and Taiwan's second-highest peak. It is collectively referred to as one of the "Five Sacred Mountains of Taiwan" along with Yushan, Nanhu Mountain, Xiuguluan Mountain, and Beidawu Mountain. The name "Xueshan," meaning Snow Mountain, is derived from the description in the historical documents, which notes its "bright and clear snow, shining white like jade." Daba Jian Mountain, at 3,492 meters, is renowned as a "Century Marvel Peak," known for its majestic appearance and is often grouped with Central Jian Mountain and Dafen Jian Mountain as the "Three Jians of Taiwan."
