Shanshui Beach
山水沙灘
A crescent-shaped white-sand beach south of Magong, with gentle waves and clear water. Surfing and sunsets are popular here, and there are plenty of seaside restaurants nearby.
Shanshui Beach lies on the south shore of Shanshui in Magong and is one of the best-known beaches on Penghu's main island. The bay is crescent-shaped with fine white sand. Summer waves are gentle, making it good for wading, stand-up paddleboarding, and beginner surfing. A wetland trail runs beside the beach, and there are many seaside cafés and guesthouses nearby, making it a relaxing place to watch the sunset. Admission is free, but there are no fixed lifeguards, so take care. It is about 20 minutes by scooter from downtown Magong. The summer sun is strong, so visit in the morning or evening.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Penghu Living Museum
- Fenggui Cave
- Shuncheng Gate (Magong Old City Wall)
- Central Street & Four-Eyed Well, Magong
- Magong Tianhou Temple
- Duxing 10th Village
- Aimen Beach
- Magong Guanyin Pavilion & Xiying Rainbow Bridge