The park is named after Jin Heng, who died in a landslide while overseeing the construction of the Central Cross-Island Highway in 1958.
The site was historically known as the 'Jinheng Monument' and was strategically placed to honor those who fell during the road's completion.
It is situated near the narrowest part of the Taroko Gorge where the marble cliffs are less than 20 meters apart.
The park marks the beginning of the Yanzikou (Swallow Grotto) trail section, famous for its 'pothole' geological formations.
The monument features an inscription detailing the human cost associated with building Taiwan's first east-west trans-island highway.
Jinheng Park is a memorial space located within Taroko National Park, dedicated to the memory of Jin Heng, the engineer who supervised the construction of the Central Cross-Island Highway. The site contains a bronze statue of Jin Heng and a commemorative monument built by the Veterans Affairs Council. It serves as a tribute to the personnel who sacrificed their lives during the arduous task of carving the road through the marble cliffs of Taroko Gorge. The park overlooks the Liwu River and provides a vantage point for observing the surrounding geological formations. Visitors can see the Swallow Grotto (Yanzikou) trail entrance nearby. The terrain is characterized by steep limestone walls and narrow river canyons. It functions as a rest stop for travelers traversing the winding highway. The park is integrated into the larger infrastructure and conservation goals of the Taroko National Park management.
The viewing platform overlooking the Liwu River with the marble cliffs in the background.
Bring a hard hat if planning to walk toward the nearby tunnels, as rockfalls can occur in the gorge area.
Check the official Taroko National Park website for daily trail status updates before departing.
Use the viewing deck for the best perspective of the Liwu River's water color and the towering canyon walls.
Do not wander beyond designated park boundaries, as the surrounding canyon area is prone to geological instability.
May close periodically due to heavy rainfall, typhoons, or earthquake-related trail damage; verify site conditions before travel.
Stay on marked paths; refrain from climbing on railings or cliff edges for safety.
