Wuling Pass
武嶺
At 3,275 meters, this is the highest point on Taiwan's road network and can be reached by car. Watching the sunrise over the clouds and taking photos at the 'Wuling' stone marker are signature Cingjing experiences.
Wuling Pass lies in the saddle between the main and east peaks of Hehuan Mountain, at the junction of Provincial Highway 14A and Highway 8. At 3,275 meters, it is the highest point on Taiwan's highway system, marked by a stone sign reading 'Wuling, Elevation 3,275 m.' The classic way to visit is to leave the Cingjing guesthouses around 4 a.m., drive about one hour, and wait for sunrise, often with rolling clouds below. To the east, you can see the peaks of Chilai Mountain and the direction of Hualien. A wooden boardwalk beside the parking lot leads to Wuling Pavilion, about a 10-minute walk. Admission is free and it is open all day, but parking is tight during sunrise on holidays. Public transportation is limited, so most visitors drive or hire a car. The mountain air is about 10°C colder than Cingjing, and in winter, early-morning temperatures often fall below 0°C, so bring a down jacket. High altitude can cause altitude sickness, so avoid strenuous exercise.
Opening hours
Open all day (road access subject to weather controls)
Nearby sights
- Hehuan East Peak
- Hehuan Main Peak
- Hehuanshan
- Shimen Mountain
- Yuanfeng Stargazing Point
- Hehuan North Peak
- Cingjing Farm
- Cingjing Skywalk