Shihmen Reservoir
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Shimen Reservoir
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The most beautiful reservoir scenery in northern Taiwan: Shimen Reservoir
Shimen Reservoir is located at the junction of Longtan and Daxi in Taoyuan City.1964Since its opening in 2001, it has not only been an important water resource supplier in northern Taiwan, but also has become a popular attraction that combines leisure, ecology and sightseeing due to its vast and magnificent lakes and mountains and the distinct changes in scenery throughout the four seasons.
It also integrates water-friendly trails, bicycle trails around the lake, maple viewing area, dam top viewing platform and special food. Whether it is a family day trip, independent travelers, or group travel and photography activities, everyone can enjoy a relaxing and natural healing time.
Recommended highlights of Shimen Reservoir
Dam top viewing platform × The wind and water are spectacular
The view is vast and you can overlook the dam and the lake. It is a popular angle for photographing the spectacular flood discharge of the dam.
Maple Avenue × Maple viewing resort
During autumn and winter every year, the red maples, blue sky and lake water attract a large number of photography enthusiasts.
Lake landscape trail × Bike light tour
You can choose to walk, ride or take a park car to enjoy the lake and mountains. It is an easy and burden-free family tour route.
Live fish restaurant × Local specialties
There are many live fish restaurants around the reservoir, which is a local feast that tourists cannot miss.
Charter a car to visit Shimen Reservoir｜Easily combine Taoyuan landscape tour
Shimen Reservoir has a vast territory, so self-driving parking and route planning are slightly inconvenient for out-of-town travelers. By choosing North Bay Private Car Tour service, you can not only directly reach the best viewing spots and live fish restaurants, but also plan a series of scenic spots around Taoyuan according to your itinerary needs, arranging the most comfortable suburban travel in one stop.
Recommended tandem itinerary:
Shimen Reservoir + Daxi Old Street + Longtan Tourist Winery
Family light trip: Trail around the lake + Fish Ecological Commentary + Live fish lunch
Photography tour route: dam flood discharge + lake surface reflection + maple forest avenue composition practice
We also provide group charters, family seats, waiting pick-up for photography groups, language guide drivers and exclusive planning for one-day tours.
Shimen Reservoir travel information and suggestions
Opening hours: daily07:00–18:00(Extended opening during specific event seasons)
Address: Jia'an Road, Jia'an Lane, Longtan District, Taoyuan City1(The navigation recommends setting up a "Shimen Reservoir Entrance Toll Station")
Ticket Information: Motorcycle$30,car$80(Parking included), park bus charges are additional
Suggestions for taking photos: flood discharge dam view, maple viewing avenue, lake viewing platform, sunset reflection on the water
Lake Mountain Healing × landscape education × Taoyuan Cultural One-Day Tour | Make a reservation now
2025Tourism trends in 2019 focus on "natural places" × Family interaction × "Transportation integration", and Shimen Reservoir is an excellent practice site for these trends. Whether you want to take a forest tour to get close to the mountains and rivers, or arrange a one-day trip to Taoyuan that combines culture and scenery, North Bay Private Car Tour can help you plan the most comfortable itinerary and transportation routes.
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