︱Aowanda National Forest Recreation Area Ticket
Consumers who purchase an E-ticket for the Forest Recreation Area will enjoy free parking upon presenting the QR Code at the designated validation counter.
Eligibility for each ticket type is as follows:
| Ticket Type | Price | Eligibility |
| Adult Ticket |
NT$150 |
General Adults |
| Half-Price Ticket |
NT$100 |
1. Military and police personnel with valid ID. 2. Students (with student ID); children aged 7 to under 13. 3. Recipients of government pensions for line-of-duty injury/death with proof. 4. Residents of the county/city where the recreation area is located (with proof). |
| Concession Ticket |
NT$10 |
1. Seniors aged 65 and above (with National ID). 2. Children aged 3 to 6. 3. Elementary school outdoor education groups on weekdays (with official school letter and teacher escort). |
| Free Admission |
NT$0 |
1. Persons with disabilities (with handbook) and one essential companion. 2. Outstanding volunteers holding a "Volunteer Service Honor Card." 3. Indigenous people registered in Ren'ai Township (with proof of status). 4. Civil servants on official business at the area (with business trip orders). 5. Children (0 to 2 years old, must be accompanied by a paying adult). 6. Representatives, volunteer police/firefighters, and civil defense members on official business (with ID). 7. Local villagers passing through for forestry/agricultural work (with National ID). 8. Personnel from nearby agencies/utilities visiting for business (with proof). 9. Indigenous people registered in the recreation area's administrative township/village (with proof of status). |
Aowanda National Forest Recreation Area, located in Qinai Village, Ren'ai Township, Nantou County, is one of Taiwan's most famous maple-viewing destinations. The entire area sits on the north bank of the mid-stream Wanda River, about an hour's drive from Puli. Positioned behind the Wanda Reservoir, this area was originally a Seediq tribal territory. Hydroelectric construction began during the Japanese era, and it officially became a National Forest Recreation Area in 1994.
For more travel information, please refer to the Aowanda Travel Guide.
▏Ever-Changing Seasonal Scenery
The vast native Formosan Sweetgum forests along the Maple Viewing Trail, combined with the Bald Cypresses and Green Maples near the Visitor Center, paint the park in vibrant shades of red and gold every autumn. While it is Aowanda's most popular season, the spring cherry blossoms are equally stunning. The magnificent "Aowanda Suspension Bridge," spanning 180 meters in length and 90 meters in height, connects to the beautiful Pine Forest area and offers a bird's-eye view of the confluence of the North and South Wanda Rivers—a must-visit spot!
▏An Ecological Treasure Trove
With an altitude ranging from 1,100 to 1,600 meters, Aowanda boasts rich biodiversity. Native Beech, Ring-cupped Oak, and Taiwan Red Pine forests provide a habitat for 120 bird species, including the Eurasian Jay and Taiwan Blue Magpie. Starting in May, black-winged fireflies make their quiet debut, followed by sightings of the Taiwan Long-armed Scarab and numerous butterfly species.
▲ Source: Forestry and Nature Conservation Agency, Ministry of Agriculture Official Website and Taiwan Forest Recreation Website
