Guanyuan Cloud Sea Introduction
From Tianxiang along the Central Cross-Island Highway to Dasyueshan, after passing through a series of tunnels and winding roads, you will reach Guanyuan at an elevation of 2,374 meters above sea level. Guanyuan is an important settlement and tourist spot east of Dasyueshan, characterized by a flat ridge area with expansive views. The most famous feature here is the breathtaking sea of clouds. Surrounded by mountains, Guanyuan is located in a high-altitude region above the cloud forest. Close to the Tajiqili River (the middle section of the Liyu River), when the airflow rises through the valley, moisture often accumulates here. When sunlight shines, the moisture stored in the forest evaporates, forming clouds that gather like a sea. In poor weather, the moisture in the valley has nowhere to escape, accumulating and creating a cloud sea. Being in this atmosphere, clouds drift past on either side, creating a dreamy and ethereal experience. The best times for cloud watching are in the early morning and evening. If fortunate, the cloud sea may be positioned a bit higher, even cascading over Dasyueshan like a cloud waterfall, providing a view of Qilai North Peak and the surrounding cloud sea. During sunset, the scenery transforms, with red clouds spreading across the sky, leaving spectators in awe. The best viewing spot is the parking lot next to the Guanyuan gas station facing the mouth of the Liyu River.
