Plums Blooming at Meishan Park | Chiayi Travel

Travel Date: 2026/01/17

It’s been three years since our last visit to Meishan, and with plum blossom season arriving, we decided it was the perfect time to come back and check it out again.

We visited in mid-January, and at that time only about 30% of the plum trees were in bloom. While it was still nice to walk around, I’d honestly recommend waiting a little longer if you want to see the park at its most beautiful. The blossoms weren’t quite at their peak yet — but that didn’t stop the crowds. There were plenty of visitors, and finding a parking space was a bit of a challenge. It took us a while, so coming early or being prepared to wait is a good idea.

As every year, the entrance to the park was lively with vendors selling fresh local produce and street food. Inside, there were also stalls offering plum-related products, such as pickled plums and dried plums in a variety of flavors — always tempting and perfect as souvenirs.

One pleasant surprise was the weather. A recent cold front had finally eased, and the temperature reached around 25°C, which felt like a huge change after days of temperatures below 10°C. Walking through the park in warm sunshine made the visit much more enjoyable.

Meishan Park (梅山公園)

Meishan Park is located in the urban area of Meishan Township, Chiayi, and covers approximately 6 hectares. It was once known as one of the Eight Scenic Spots of Chiayi. The park was originally developed during the Japanese occupation period, when the first plum trees were planted. Over the years, the number of plum trees has grown to around 3,000, making it one of the most popular places in the region for plum blossom viewing.

Built on a hillside, the park features children’s play areas, flower terraces, walking trails, and landscaped viewpoints, making it a great place for relaxation and outdoor activities. It’s also a favorite spot for locals to exercise and spend time with family.

There is also a memorial dedicated to 74 national army soldiers who tragically lost their lives due to natural disasters. From the monument, you can continue walking uphill to the park’s highest point, Jieshou Pavilion, where you’ll find more shops selling snacks, plum products, and various preserves — a rewarding stop before heading back down.

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Chiayi Travel: Blooming plums in Meishan

We hadn't planned to go to Meishan today, but after hearing the news that the plums were expected to be in full bloom in about 1-2 weeks, we decided to go. Originally, we had planned to visit my parents-in-law, but when they heard about the blooming flowers, they suggested going to Meishan on this day. My sister-in-law drove them there, but because she wanted to meet up with a friend, it wasn't convenient for her to drive them back home. That's how we ended up in Meishan today, helping them return to Huwei.

I wouldn't recommend going to Meishan right away, as the blossoms aren't fully bloomed yet. If you want to avoid crowds, a weekday would probably be better for traveling. However, even then, it wouldn't be empty, as most of the people we encountered were elderly individuals on tour buses. The car parking area is very small, but there is plenty of space to park along the roadsides.

Last year, we visited Meishan Park twice, once at the beginning of the blooming period and later when most of the flowers had bloomed. I quite enjoyed it, but those are my husband's least favorite flowers. He always jokes that the trees just look moldy, so there's nothing to see there.

Meishan Park (梅山公園)

Meishan Park is located in the urban area of Meishan Township, Chiayi. It spans an area of about 6 hectares and was once known as one of the eight scenic spots in Chiayi. The park was initially developed during the Japanese occupation when the first plum trees were planted here. Over the years, the number of plum trees has grown to 3,000. The park is situated on a hillside and features children's recreation areas, flower terraces, trails, and other landscapes, making it the top scenic spot in the Jianan area and a great place for relaxation. There are also numerous plum products, preserves, and specialty snacks available, making it a popular space for sports and leisure activities among locals. Additionally, there is a memorial in the park to commemorate the seventy-four national army soldiers who tragically lost their lives due to natural disasters. From the monument, you can continue walking to the highest point called "Jieshou Pavilion," where you'll find various shops selling snacks, plum products, and a variety of preserves.

Address: 

603嘉義縣梅山鄉梅仔山9-1號梅山公園

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Chiayi plum blooming - Meishan Park

Meishan Park (梅山公園)

We returned to Meishan, Chiayi to see the plum blossoms, and the park was crowded with people. The car parks were full, and many people had to park along the road even quite far away. Seeing such a large crowd on a Tuesday, I can't imagine how crowded it would be on the weekend. Unfortunately, the air quality was still poor, and only a small part of the sky was actually blue for a few minutes. However, the trees were adorned with beautiful white flowers that emitted a delightful fragrance.

Initially, we had planned to visit another location to see plums and cherry blossoms today. However, that place was a one-hour drive deeper into the mountains, and by the time we left Meishan park, it was already 2 PM. It wasn't the best timing to venture into the higher mountains. We then decided to visit a place with animals in Minxiong, but unfortunately, it was closed when we arrived. It felt a little disappointing to have driven all the way there for nothing. This could have been avoided if my husband had checked the opening hours earlier.

Address:

603嘉義縣梅山鄉梅仔山9-1號梅山公園

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