Fuyuan National Forest Recreation Area
Forest in Ruisui, Hualien County, Taiwan
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Fuyuan National Forest Recreation Area (traditional Chinese: 富源國家森林遊樂區; simplified Chinese: 富源国家森林游乐区; pinyin: Fùyuán Guójiā Sēnlín Yóulè Qū), also known as “Butterfly Valley”, is a forest recreation area located in Fuyuan Village, Ruisui Township, Hualien County, Taiwan.
LocationRuisui, Hualien County, Taiwan
Coordinates23°35′09.3″N 121°22′06.7″E
Elevation225-750 meters
Area235 hectares
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| Location | Ruisui, Hualien County, Taiwan |
| Coordinates | 23°35′09.3″N 121°22′06.7″E |
| Elevation | 225-750 meters |
| Area | 235 hectares |
Geology
The recreation area lies at an elevation of 225–750 metres (738–2,461 ft) above sea level and covers a total area of 235 hectares (580 acres). The region has an average annual temperature of 23 °C (73 °F).[1] The Fuyuan River flows through the area, and the Fuyuan Waterfalls are located within its boundaries.[2] Facilities include barbecue areas, a campground, and hiking trails.[3]
