The Qingshui Cliffs are part of the Qingshui-Qingshui Mountain National Trail system.
The location is situated on the Suhua Highway, a road carved directly into the cliffside above the Pacific Ocean.
Geologically, the cliffs are primarily composed of metamorphic rock including marble, schist, and gneiss.
The area is prone to slope instability and closures during heavy monsoon or typhoon seasons.
The cliffs rise vertically from sea level to heights exceeding 1,000 meters in certain sections.
The recreation area sits at the southern gateway of the dramatic cliff passage when traveling north.
Daqingshui Recreation Area is a coastal vantage point situated along Provincial Highway 9 in Taiwan's Hualien County. The site provides unobstructed views of the Pacific Ocean and the sheer cliffs of the Qingshui Cliff geological formation. It serves as a designated rest area for motorists navigating the narrow, winding roads of the Suhua Highway. The location features a small parking lot and elevated viewing platforms constructed to manage high traffic volumes on the route. Its geography is defined by the intersection of the Central Mountain Range and the ocean floor. The site is a primary stop for travelers commuting between Hualien City and Yilan. Infrastructure at the location is maintained by the Directorate General of Highways to ensure safe transit during regional weather events. The cliffside terrain is characterized by gneiss and marble formations.
The north-facing viewing platform overlooking the sharp vertical drop of the marble cliffs into the Pacific Ocean.
Monitor official highway traffic and weather alerts before departure, as road closures are common in this region.
Keep a firm grip on personal belongings and photography gear, as the area experiences high wind speeds from the ocean.
Utilize the designated rest area for short breaks to avoid fatigue on the demanding winding roads of the Suhua Highway.
Do not attempt to climb or hike off-trail toward the cliff edge, as the terrain is unstable and marked by frequent rockfall.
Subject to sudden closures during severe weather conditions or earthquake activity; check local highway authority updates.
