Fulong Beach

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Fulong Beach

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Fulong Beach is a golden-sand bathing beach at Fulong Village in Gongliao District, Taiwan. Travelers come for swimming, camping and the summer Hohaiyan rock festival.

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Fulong Beach essentials

Address: Fulong, Gongliao District, New Taipei City, Taiwan

Fulong Beach sits at the mouth of the Shuang River on Taiwan’s northeast coast and is known for its relatively rare golden sand. The bathing beach was opened to the public in 1975 and the resort facilities have been managed by government scenic-area authorities since the Taiwan Railways Administration initially ran the site.

The sand and the river mouth are dynamic: the Shuang River divides the shore into inner and outer areas and the course can change year to year, which affects features such as the Rainbow Bridge footbridge and the position of temporary stages. Facilities on the beach include showers and changing rooms, and a nearby campsite called Longmen offers overnight options for visitors.

  • Golden sands and Shuang River mouth: Walk the stretch of golden sand and watch how the Shuang River splits the beach and changes shape with the seasons.
  • Rainbow Bridge: The small footbridge links the inner and outer parts of the beach when the river course permits and makes for a good photo spot.
  • Hohaiyan Rock Festival (summer): The multi-day outdoor music festival is held here in mid-July and brings large crowds and temporary stages to the sand.
  • Longmen campsite: The nearby campsite provides a seaside overnight option for those who want to stay by the beach.
  • Coastal views and walks: The northern-seaside coastline offers easy walks and viewpoints along the shore and nearby headlands.
Things to Do
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Fulong Beach#

Fulong has warm, humid summers with heavy rain and a cooler, drier winter; choose timing based on whether you want beach swimming or calmer weather.

Winter (best)
November - February · 13°C - 22°C (55°F - 72°F)
Cooler and generally drier weather makes this period pleasant for coastal walks, cycling and beach photography without the busiest crowds.
Spring (good)
March - May · 15°C - 26°C (59°F - 79°F)
Warming temperatures and moderate rainfall create comfortable conditions for outdoor activities, with fewer crowds than peak summer.
Summer (festival season)
June - August · 23°C - 31°C (73°F - 88°F)
This is the warmest, busiest time and when the Hohaiyan Rock Festival usually takes place, but expect heavy rain, high humidity and some risk of typhoon disruption.

Weather & Climate near Fulong Beach#

Climate

Fulong Beach's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 13°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (3283 mm/year), wettest in October.

Air Quality: AQI 52 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
AugustSeptemberApril
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
34°
Warmest Month
6°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Acceptable 13° - 18° 15° 248 mm overcast 82% 5.0 m/s 0.6 moderate 10.6h
February Acceptable 13° - 18° 15° 270 mm overcast 83% 5.4 m/s 0.8 moderate 11.2h
March Acceptable 15° - 20° 17° 249 mm overcast 82% 4.3 m/s 1.0 high 11.9h
April Good 18° - 23° 21° 193 mm overcast 83% 3.1 m/s 1.3 high 12.6h
May Good 21° - 26° 24° 274 mm overcast 85% 3.1 m/s 1.6 very high 13.3h
June Good 23° - 29° 26° 280 mm overcast 87% 3.9 m/s 1.9 very high 13.6h
July Good 25° - 31° 32° 187 mm partly cloudy 85% 3.7 m/s 2.4 extreme 13.4h
August Very Good 25° - 30° 31° 257 mm partly cloudy 85% 4.0 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.9h
September Very Good 23° - 28° 26° 392 mm partly cloudy 84% 3.6 m/s 1.7 very high 12.2h
October Good 21° - 25° 23° 394 mm overcast 81% 3.2 m/s 1.2 high 11.4h
November Good 18° - 22° 20° 290 mm overcast 82% 5.8 m/s 0.8 moderate 10.8h
December Acceptable 15° - 19° 17° 249 mm overcast 80% 6.3 m/s 0.6 moderate 10.4h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Fulong Beach#

Fulong Beach is in Gongliao District of New Taipei City on Taiwan’s northeast coast and is commonly visited as a day trip from Taipei. The beach is served by Taiwan Railways (TR) - get off at Fulong Station and follow the short walk or a local shuttle to the beach area.

There are also direct buses along the coast from Taipei and Keelung, and the site is reachable by car via the Northern Seaside Highway (Provincial Highway 2); parking is available near the visitors center but can be congested on weekends and holidays.

Tips for Visiting Fulong Beach#

  • Expect the river mouth and sandbar to change with tides and seasons; the Rainbow Bridge is not always aligned with the shoreline.
  • The beach gets very busy on summer weekends and during the Hohaiyan festival, so arrive early or consider a weekday visit.
  • Summer brings heavy rain and occasional typhoons; check weather and festival notices before you go.
  • Facilities such as showers and changing rooms are available and some areas charge an entrance fee in peak months, so check local signage on arrival.
  • If you plan to camp, reserve or check availability in advance during peak season.