Liyu Lake

A peaceful spot surrounded by mountains , great for a relaxing day outdoors . Enjoying strolling , paddle boating or simply taking in fresh air around the scenic lakeside. It was in September when we went there and it rained ( don’t forget to bring with you your umbrella and mosquito repellent ) indeed a calm atmosphere !

Beautiful place. Quite far from the train station. It takes an hour by public bus. You can also rent a taxi for NT 500 and it takes 30 minutes to reach. The bus frequency is limited and it starts getting dark by 5.30 pm...plan accordingly... A kind aunty in the opposite restaurant helped us book a taxi on our way back.. the people are very nice.

Liyu (Carp) Lake is in the central-mountain foothills southwest of Hualien City. About 104 hectares in area, this is the largest lake in eastern Taiwan. There is a plethora of tourist facilities and recreation options at the lake and a visitor centre and pedal-boat, canoe, motorboat (with driver), and bicycle rentals. It has a 4km ring road that offers pleasant walking/cycling routes, camping/picnic areas, easy-challenge trails into the hills, and open-air local-style restaurants at which lake shrimp is the favoured delicacy.

We went there on month of July. It rained that day so mosquitos are everywhere. If you want to visit this place dont forget to bring with you anything that can protect you from mosquito bites. The place is good for family. You can rent a bikes, or a pedal boats. On the roadside restaurants are lined up to choose from.

Nice lake with a mountain view. Rented a peddle boat onto the lake but the only problem is the motor boat rental which keeps cutting across the waters making waves. Rental of peddle boat is approximately NTD 200 per hour for 2 seater, NTD 600 per hour for 6 seater & NTD 600 for one roind of motor boat ride around the lake.

This lake is so calm and clean. It worths to visit Liyu lake many times, especially in the sunny days.

Gorgeous view, perfect place for a slow stroll or hike. Would recommend visitors to visit this lake for its scenic views.

We love this place. Amazing view and rides. Definitely we will come back here again.