Park geography

A structured overview of spatial boundaries, relief features, and environmental zones

Taroko National Park Geographic Profile, Boundary Mapping, and Terrain Analysis

The geographic profile of Taroko National Park details its expansive 920 square kilometer area across Hualien County. This analysis captures essential landscape characteristics including mountainous relief, temperate forest habitats, and significant river systems. Browse the recorded internal topography, encompassing notable peaks and canyon formations situated within the protected territory.

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Taiwan's iconic marble gorge and mountain wilderness protecting one of the world's rarest geological formations

Taroko National Park

Taroko National Park is one of Taiwan's nine national parks, renowned for its spectacular Taroko Gorge, a river-carved canyon cut entirely through pure marble. Located in eastern Taiwan across Xiulin Township in Hualien County, with extensions into Taichung City and Nantou County, the park encompasses over 92,000 hectares of rugged mountain terrain. The park's defining geological feature ranks among only three river-carved gorges worldwide formed entirely in marble, alongside similar formations in India and Bulgaria. The landscape rises from tropical deciduous forests at lower elevations through temperate coniferous zones to alpine peaks exceeding 3,000 meters, creating remarkable ecological diversity within a relatively compact area. The park holds potential World Heritage Site status and represents Taiwan's most significant protected landscape, combining dramatic scenery with deep cultural significance tied to the indigenous Truku people.

Location: Taiwan
Park type: National park
Established: 1986
Area: 920 km²

Taroko National Park Atlas

Location overview

Regional distribution across Hualien, Nantou, and Taichung counties

Geographic Location and Regional Setting of Taroko National Park

Taroko National Park covers territories in Taiwan and American Samoa, including Hualien, Nantou, and Taichung. Records detail its administrative boundaries and status as a terrestrial, non-transboundary reserve.

Countries: Taiwan
Regions: Hualien County, Nantou County, Taichung
Primary location: Hualien County
Geographic setting: Inland

Boundary and coordinates

Taroko National Park’s stored boundary frames 920 km²

Taroko National Park mapped boundary and 920 km² area

Taroko National Park's stored boundary geometry conveys the shape and scale of its recorded 920 km² protected extent. The area appears as a single total, without separate land or marine values, and the database provides no perimeter measurement.

Boundary area: 980.5 km²
Boundary perimeter: 198.2 km
Northernmost point: 24.3843° N
Southernmost point: 24.0423° N
Easternmost point: 121.716° E
Westernmost point: 121.2337° E
Geographic centre: 24.2008° N, 121.4538° E
North–south span: 37.9 km
East–west span: 49 km

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Terrain and natural features

Explore recorded mountain terrain and associated natural features within boundaries

Taroko National Park Terrain Classification and Named Natural Features

Taroko National Park encompasses mountainous terrain classifications alongside numerous recorded natural features. Linked feature cards supply specific types and spatial relationships for each location.

Selected named natural features

Streams

華綠溪

Ponds

月形池

Peaks

饅頭山

1,118 m

Peaks

千里眼山

1,623.7 m

Rock formations

摩埃

Streams

耳無溪

Taroko National Park Natural Features Index

Environmental setting

Subtropical climate zones, mountain relief, and forest cover

Taroko National Park Environmental Setting and Landscape Classifications

Recorded classifications group the physical setting into broad landscape, habitat, and water categories across the protected terrain. Connected atlas destinations link these environmental attributes to related geographic records throughout the region.

Relief: Mountain
Climate: Subtropical
Water: Major water bodies
Forest cover: Mostly forested
Seasonality: Seasonal

Landscape features

Mountains · Valleys · Canyon · Cliffs · Rivers · Forest

Habitat types

Temperate broadleaf forest · Montane forest

Park atlas

Trace Taiwan's protected landscape geography and compare adjacent national parks, offering a broader atlas view.

National Parks and Protected Areas to Explore Beyond Taroko National Park

After exploring Taroko National Park's unique marble gorge and mountain terrain, continue your protected area discovery by browsing other significant national parks and natural reserves in the surrounding region. Comparing these diverse landscapes provides valuable geographic context for Taiwan's conservation efforts and high-elevation protected areas.

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2.3 km away#1 closest

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Shei-Pa National Park: Explore Taiwan's National Park Protected Landscape in Miaoli County

Mapped geographic boundaries and regional park context.

Shei-Pa National Park is a vital protected area in Miaoli County, Taiwan, offering rich opportunities for geographic and atlas-based exploration. Delve into the specifics of its mapped park boundaries and understand its role within the broader regional landscape. This destination provides essential context for discovering Taiwan's protected natural areas and their unique geographic characteristics.

Area: 768.5 km²
Established: 1992
IUCN: II
Relief: Mountain

Shei-Pa National Park protected area atlas

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National parkNantou County

57 km away#2 closest

Southwest

Yushan National Park: Explore Taiwan's Highest Mountain and Alpine Protected Terrain

Mapped geography and dramatic peaks within Nantou County.

Yushan National Park is a crucial protected area in Taiwan, renowned for encompassing the island's highest mountain and a significant portion of the Central Mountain Range. This national park's dramatic geography spans over 103,000 hectares, with two-thirds of its territory lying above 2,000 meters. Its vertical ecological zones, from subtropical forests to alpine environments, offer a rich tapestry of landscapes ideal for atlas-style exploration of protected terrain and mountain peak geography.

Area: 1,031.21 km²
Established: 1985
IUCN: II
Visitors: 1M annual

Yushan National Park Protected Area

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National parkTaiwan

About 87 km away#3 closest

North

Yangmingshan National Park: Volcanic Terrain and Geothermal Features Atlas

Explore Taiwan's protected national park geography and mapped landscapes.

Yangmingshan National Park presents a striking example of volcanic geography, characterized by its rugged mountain terrain, active craters like Xiaoyoukeng, and ubiquitous geothermal features such as hot springs and sulfur deposits. As a protected national park within Taiwan, its landscape offers a rich context for understanding volcanic processes and alpine ecosystems. MoriAtlas provides detailed map exploration of Yangmingshan National Park, highlighting its unique geological formations and protected boundaries for an in-depth geographic discovery experience.

Area: 113 km²
Established: 1985
IUCN: II

Yangmingshan National Park Protected Area

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National parkTainan

157 km away#4 closest

Southwest

Taijiang National Park: National Park Atlas and Protected Landscape Exploration

Discover mapped boundaries and regional geography.

Taijiang National Park offers a distinct look into protected natural landscapes within Tainan, Taiwan. This page details its identity as a national park, focusing on its mapped geographic features and its contribution to the regional atlas. Users can explore the specific protected area context and understand the landscape characteristics relevant to a structured geographic discovery approach.

Area: 393.1 km²
Established: 2009
IUCN: II
Relief: Lowland

Taijiang National Park Protected Area

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National parkTaiwan

178 km away#5 closest

Southwest

South Penghu Marine National Park: A Protected Volcanic Island Landscape in Taiwan's Penghu Archipelago

Mapped marine protected areas and unique geological features.

Discover the unique atlas value of South Penghu Marine National Park, Taiwan's protected national park renowned for its dramatic columnar basalt landforms and extensive coral reef systems. This marine protected area provides critical habitat for diverse species and showcases a rugged island geography shaped by volcanic activity. Explore its mapped boundaries and unique geological formations, including famous sea caves, offering a distinct context for landscape discovery.

Area: 358.44 km²
Established: 2014
IUCN: II
Visitors: 8.4K annual

South Penghu Marine National Park details

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National parkOkinawa Prefecture

186 km away#6 closest

East

Iriomote-Ishigaki National Park: Subtropical Island Geography and Protected Landscape Atlas

Explore the unique terrain and mapped boundaries of this national park.

Dive into the geography of Iriomote-Ishigaki National Park, a protected national park situated in Japan's Okinawa Prefecture. This page provides a detailed atlas view of its characteristic subtropical island terrain, including extensive mangrove forests, distinct limestone karst features, and surrounding marine protected areas. Understand the park's unique landscape and its significance within the broader regional geography for comprehensive exploration.

Area: 1,221.5 km²
Established: 1972
IUCN: II
Climate: Subtropical

Iriomote-Ishigaki National Park Atlas

A stylized illustration showing a view of a coastal park with forested mountains overlooking a calm bay, featuring traditional temple structures in the distance and lush green vegetation in the foreground.

Nature reserveTaiwan

About 189 km away#7 closest

Southwest

Shoushan National Nature Park: Protected Nature Reserve Landscape and Mapped Geography

Taiwan's protected nature reserve with distinct geographic features.

Shoushan National Nature Park is identified as a protected nature reserve, providing a focal point for exploring Taiwan's natural geography. This page offers insights into its specific landscape character and mapped protected boundaries, situating it within the broader context of the island's natural terrain. Discover the atlas-level details of this reserve and its role in regional conservation landscapes.

Shoushan National Nature Park Protected Area

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National parkPingtung County

219 km away#8 closest

South

Kenting National Park

Mapped geography and regional context for this protected area.

Kenting National Park, in Pingtung County, Taiwan. Landscapes: mountains, hills, and valleys.

Area: 333 km²
Established: 1984
IUCN: II
Visitors: 5.8M annual

Kenting National Park Protected Area Atlas

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Continue Exploring Taroko National Park's Mapped Geography and Protected Landscape

To deepen your understanding of Taroko National Park, investigate its specific geographic features and the extent of its protected boundaries. This detailed view helps situate the park within Hualien County and provides a foundation for comparative atlas exploration of Taiwan's diverse natural landscapes. Discover the factual context that defines this protected area for a comprehensive geographic perspective.

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