Ciaolung Waterfall Introduction
The majestic Jiao Long Waterfall, also known as "Taiwan's Waterfall," is a waterfall formed by fault lines, located on the cliff face of the Tashanwei Ridge in the southeast of Fengshan. Its water source is the tributary Jiao Long Creek flowing from the upper reaches of the Qingshui Creek. It was marked as "Dataling" on hand-drawn maps that survived from the Japanese colonial period, meaning "great waterfall" in Japanese. Jiao Long Waterfall hangs from a sheer cliff that rises up to 1,600 meters, with a drop of 846 meters. When water volume is abundant, the waterfall cascades down in two tiers like a great white dragon, its powerful force allowing one to experience the might of nature. From afar, it resembles a traditional landscape painting, making it a limited-edition beauty after heavy rain, beloved by tourists and photographers alike. When the water volume is low, a large expanse of the cliff face becomes visible, and the water cascades down in four tiers into the valley. Therefore, it is recommended for travelers wanting to glimpse the magnificent Jiao Long Waterfall to visit during the rainy season.
