Lishan Lifestyle
Step into the unhurried rhythm of the mountains, and let the land of Lishan and Guguan breathe through you. Where nature, indigenous heritage, and local flavors converge, every journey uncovers a quieter pace — one that feels closer to what living is really about. This is where your ideal life among the trees begins.
Brand Story
Every mountain has its own posture, every mountain has its own poem.
Beyond the mountains, rivers meander, their gentle flow singing the song of life.
The landscape, the waterscape, each is unique — and there’s only one like it.
Forest | Harvest | Indigenous Culture | Trails | Why not come over?
It’s peaceful, let’s embrace it together in tranquility.
— This is our ‘Lishan Lifestyle’.
Guguan
Located at the gateway of the Central Cross-Island Highway, Guguan is part of the Guguan Recreation System within the Lishan Scenic Area in Heping District, Taichung City. Its narrow valley entrance resembles a natural checkpoint, giving rise to the name “Guguan.” With a mild climate and scenic surroundings, Guguan has been a renowned hot spring destination since the Japanese colonial period.
Visitors can enjoy relaxing hot springs, forest trails rich in phytoncides, and local specialties such as sweet persimmons, trout, and five-leaf pine sap. The Guguan Visitor Center and Ru Guan Museum offer an immersive interpretive experience, guiding travelers to explore the forests, mountains, and spring waters of Guguan from a fresh perspective.
1. By Car
From Taichung:
Take Freeway 1 → Taichung Interchange → Freeway 4 → Fengyuan Interchange → Provincial Highway 3 → Provincial Highway 8 → arrive at Guguan.
2. Bus Transportation
Departing from THSR Taichung Station:
Bus 「153」 Schedule
Departing from Fengyuan Station:
Bus 「207」 Schedule
Departing from Taichung Railway Station (East Station):
Bus 「850」 Schedule
Schedule: Fengyuan Bus Transportation Co., Ltd.
Usually one bus every 30 minutes. For exact departure times, please check the timetable on the day of travel.
Duration:
Using an EasyCard or iPASS, the one-way bus fare is only NT$60.
※ For electronic tickets linked to the “Citizen-Only” discount, you can enjoy the Double Ten promotion: first 10 km free + fare capped at NT$10 for distances over 10 km.
Lishan
Located in the Lishan Recreation System of the Lishan Scenic Area in Heping District, Taichung City, Lishan is named for its abundant pear production. Set in a high-mountain environment, Lishan showcases distinct scenery throughout the four seasons. At an elevation of around 2,000 meters, its cool climate supports the cultivation of high-mountain temperate fruits such as peaches, pears, and apples, as well as tea. From January to April, the flower-viewing season attracts many visitors.
Lishan is also home to Atayal Indigenous communities, where traditional culture can be experienced. Highlights include Lishan Jesus Church, the highest-elevation church in Taiwan, and Taiwan’s highest palace-style hotel, making Lishan well worth a deeper exploration.
1. By Car
From Taichung:
Take Freeway 6 → Puli → Highway 14 → Wushe → Highway 14A → Cingjing → → Hehuanshan → → Dayuling → 8 → Lishan
From Hualien:
Take Taroko Highway 8 → Dayuling → 8 → Lishan
From Yilan:
Take Highway 7 → Qilan → Highway 7A → Nanshan Village → Lishan
2. Bus Transportation
Departing from Fengyuan Station:
Bus 「207」 Schedule
Departing from Guguan Station:
Bus 「1751」Schedule
Departing from Yilan / Luodong:
Bus 「1764」Schedule
* Take Bus 「865」— online reservation required. Visit Bustrip.com.tw
Vehicles pass through the restricted section of Provincial Highway 8, Lin 37 detour.
For safety reasons, boarding at stops along this section is not allowed, and passengers may not get off midway.
Using an EasyCard or iPASS, the one-way bus fare is only NT$60.
※ For electronic tickets linked to the “Citizen-Only” discount, you can enjoy the Double Ten promotion: first 10 km free + fare capped at NT$10 for distances over 10 km.
3. Taichung Happiness Bus
Lishan Happiness Bus
Lishan Route 1 provides last-mile transportation for residents in the Greater Lishan area. Trial service began on January 24, 2022 , and official operations started on May 1, 2022. Rides can be booked via mobile app or phone, using small licensed buses to support daily travel for school, medical visits, and shopping.
The fixed route runs daily from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM, with 4 trips per day, passing through the villages of Xinjia Yang, Lishan, Songmao, and Huanshan, as well as the Lishan Health Center. Service is year-round, including weekends and holidays. Flexible route service operates daily from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Book via the app (search “Lishan Happiness Bus”) or call 04-25981266. Electronic ticket holders ride free.
Zida Happiness Bus
Zida Route 1 provides last-mile transportation for residents along the Da’an River in Heping District. Rides are fully reservation-based and use small licensed buses to support daily travel for school, medical visits, and shopping.
Service runs weekdays from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Book via mobile app (search “Zida Happiness Bus”) or call 04-25912084. Electronic ticket holders ride free.
