Wulu Canyon Introduction
The Wulu Gorge, shaped like a large "S," features colorful rock walls and a winding, clear Wulu Creek rushing down it. The majestic and grand gorge landscape rivals that of Taroko National Park and is one of the eight scenic spots along the Southern Cross-Island Highway. The steep gorge attracts both local and international nature enthusiasts seeking tranquility and beauty. Walking on the Tianlong Suspension Bridge to admire the imposing Wulu Gorge, or visiting the Wulu Fort to learn about anti-Japanese history, followed by soaking your feet at Liukou Hot Springs or enjoying a bath at Bishan Hot Springs, allows one to experience the serene and distant atmosphere of the mountains. Along the Southern Cross-Island Highway, passing through Wulu Gorge, one can occasionally see steaming water vapor rising from the rock crevices below, with hot springs gushing out from the cliffs. The minerals in the spring water leave various colored patterns—yellow, brown, black, and dark green—on the cliffs, resembling stunning natural murals. With such rich hot spring resources, visitors can challenge themselves with creek tracing to soak in the wild hot springs or enjoy a bath at a hotel, indulging in the joy of winter soaking. The Tianlong Suspension Bridge spans Wulu Creek, measuring 110 meters long and less than 1.5 meters wide, connecting the cliffs on both sides of the gorge. The bridge was once part of the "Guanshan Yueling Ancient Trail" established during the Japanese colonial period. After walking across the Tianlong Suspension Bridge from the Southern Cross-Island Highway, hikers can follow the ancient trail reconstructed by locals for an adventurous journey. The trail is approximately 1,089 meters long and connects back to the Southern Cross-Island Highway, offering an excellent viewpoint overlooking the Wulu Gorge.
