
Qingquan Hot Spring
清泉溫泉
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Qingquan Hot Spring
sodium-bicarbonate · Hsinchu
Hotter than 12% of Taiwan springs (n=25).
More acidic than 32% of Taiwan springs (n=25).
Mineral profile
Bar width reflects listing order, not measured concentration.
Suitability
At a glance
Getting there
Remote — over 5km from the nearest station
Cost
Low
Crowd level
Moderate
About this spring
Nestled in a scenic mountain valley, this historic spring yields crystal clear, odorless sodium bicarbonate waters. The surrounding area is famous for vibrant springtime peach blossoms and suspended pedestrian footbridges. Visitors can combine a rejuvenating thermal soak with cultural exploration of nearby historical residences.
Highlights
History
Long used by the local Atayal and Saisiyat indigenous peoples, the thermal source was developed during the Japanese colonial era under the name Inoue Hot Spring, becoming a popular highland resort.
Due to shifting geological strata the spring water disappeared for several years, until the devastating September 21 earthquake in 1999 reopened the deep underground pathways and the mineral waters surged back to the surface. The valley is also famous as a place of exile for the warlord Zhang Xueliang and as the home where the beloved author San Mao once lived, so the spring today sits within a layered cultural landscape.
Mineral chemistry
Bicarbonate springs cleanse and soften the skin surface, removing excess sebum without stripping the skin's acid mantle. Traditionally recommended for acne-prone skin and sensitive skin types.
Bicarbonate springs are generally among the most gentle and well-tolerated onsen types.
Similar springs
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Located deep inside the Taipingshan National Forest, this alpine hot spring features an outdoor family pool made from massive natural boulders. The alkaline bicarbonate water boasts a beautiful iridescent blue hue and leaves a smooth feel on the skin. The source water emerges near boiling, so the complex also features geothermal cooking cones where visitors can boil eggs and corn.

Located in Taiwan's sunny far south, this beautifully restored park features free public foot-soaking streams decorated with Japanese torii gates and lantern pavilions. The sodium bicarbonate water is crystal clear, odorless, and soothing for tired traveler joints. Every winter, the park is illuminated by a colorful light festival that attracts visitors from across the island.

Operated by the Taitung County Farmers Association, this extensive resort complex features multiple indoor medicated pools infused with traditional herbs alongside spacious outdoor spas. Families gather at the geothermal cooking stations to boil fresh eggs and sweet corn in the naturally scalding thermal water. The property sits among dense forest greenery just outside the main Zhiben corridor.
Amenities
Getting there
Take the HSR to Hsinchu Station, transfer to the Hsinchu Bus bound for Zhudong, then take the connecting local route up toward the Qingquan Scenic Area.
Location & nearby
Qingquan, Taoshan Village, Wufeng Township, Hsinchu County
Make a day of it
Pair your soak with these nearby spots.
Attraction
Qingquan Suspension Bridge
0.1km away
Attraction
San Mao's Former Residence
0.1km away
Park
Chieftain Plaza
0.1km away
Park
Indigenous Culture Museum Park
0.2km away
Park
Zhang Xueliang Park
0.2km away
Viewpoint
Miantuoyou West Peak
1.2km away
Common questions
What is the water temperature at Qingquan Hot Spring?▾
The water temperature at Qingquan Hot Spring ranges up to 45°C (minimum around 40°C).
Is Qingquan Hot Spring free to visit?▾
Qingquan Hot Spring charges an entrance fee in TWD.
Is Qingquan Hot Spring a public or private bath?▾
Qingquan Hot Spring is a mixed bathing spring.
Are tattoos allowed at Qingquan Hot Spring?▾
Yes, Qingquan Hot Spring welcomes visitors with tattoos.
What is the nearest station to Qingquan Hot Spring?▾
The nearest station to Qingquan Hot Spring is Zhudong TRA Station, about 28km away.