Tri-Mountain National Scenic Area

Tri-Mountain National Scenic Area is a mountain network in central Taiwan spanning five administrative regions and combining three separate mountain zones with different landscapes. The area features varying elevations, cultivated regions, and natural formations that together create a diverse patchwork of terrain.

The area was officially established as a national scenic area in March 2001, unifying several existing protected regions under a single administration. This consolidation allowed for more coordinated management of the mountainous landscapes and their resources.

The Shitoushan section contains eleven Buddhist and Daoist temples linked by a mountain trail, showing how spirituality shapes daily life for local residents. These sacred spaces are actively maintained and visited, reflecting the deep religious traditions of the communities here.

The area is accessible via National Highway 3 with the Wufeng Interchange as a main access point, or you can take a train to Taichung Station and connect by bus. Visiting conditions vary by season and elevation, so checking weather and trail conditions beforehand helps with planning your route.

The Lishan region is known for growing high-altitude fruits and vegetables, while the Baguashan zone contains a 26-meter Buddha statue and an elevated walkway. This combination of agricultural activity and religious monument shows two very different ways people make use of these mountain areas.