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North Coast (Tamsui–Keelung)
- Scenic Coasts & Around-the-Island Routes
- Length approx. 70 km
- Highest point: Approx. 50 m
- Ascent approx. 350 m / Descent approx. 350 m (Tamsui→Wanghai Lane)
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DryPossibly DampSlippery Road RiskRecent Heavy Rain
Tamsui 3KSanzhi 19KShimen 29KJinshan 41KWanli 49KKeelung 68K
Mileage & Weather Along the Route (left column is approx. km from the start; 📷 tap to view the image)
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- 16 km—
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- 38 km—
- 45 km—
- 53 km—
- 64 km—
- 67 km—
Gas Stations Along the Route (in travel order, from OpenStreetMap)
- ⛽ CPCapprox. 4.4K /
- ⛽ CPC (24 hours)approx. 8.1K /
- ⛽ CPCapprox. 10.7K /
- ⛽ CPCapprox. 12K /
- ⛽ 台塑大嘉好加油站approx. 16.9K /
- ⛽ CPC Sanzhi Direct-Run Stationapprox. 19K /
- ⛽ CPCapprox. 27.6K /
- ⛽ CPCapprox. 40.8K /
- ⛽ 台亞加油站approx. 43.3K /
- ⛽ 北基加油站基金站 (24 hours)approx. 43.7K /
- ⛽ CPC Wanli Stationapprox. 49.4K /
- ⛽ CPCapprox. 55.5K /
- ⛽ Formosa Petrochemicalapprox. 56.5K /
- ⛽ Formosa Petrochemicalapprox. 58.5K /
- ⛽ CPC (24 hours)approx. 61.3K /
- ⛽ 台亞基隆中正路站approx. 62.5K /
- ⛽ Formosa Petrochemical Gas Stationapprox. 65.3K /
- ⛽ CPCapprox. 65.9K /
Distances between stations are approximate values calculated along the route geometry (only gas stations within 500 m of the route are counted). OpenStreetMap is edited by volunteers, so stations may be missing or closed; check business hours on site. On remote stretches, plan your fuel carefully rather than relying on this data alone.
Elevation Profile (Tamsui ⇄ Wanghai Lane; highest approx. 88 m, lowest approx. 3 m)
Tamsui 8 mWanghai Lane 7 m
The horizontal axis is distance along the route; the vertical axis is elevation (the height scale is exaggerated, so slopes look steeper than they are). Dots mark cameras (tappable) and stations. Elevation is estimated from AWS terrain data; tunnel and bridge sections are interpolated between their ends, so errors of several tens of meters are possible. For planning reference only.
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Route InformationThe following is compiled static information (supply stops, highlights, riding tips), not live conditions
Supply Stops
Gas stations and convenience stores are frequent along the route, with full services in every town.
- 🏘️ Towns / Settlements (Multiple Services)Tamsui Map ↗
- 🏘️ Towns / Settlements (Multiple Services)Sanzhi Map ↗
- 🏘️ Towns / Settlements (Multiple Services)Jinshan Old Street Map ↗
- 🏘️ Towns / Settlements (Multiple Services)Downtown Keelung Map ↗
Listed in travel order. Links open a Google Maps search; check business hours and conditions on site.
The North Coast route follows Highway 2 from Tamsui through Sanzhi, Shimen, Jinshan, and Wanli to Keelung. Much of the road hugs the coast with gentle grades, making it popular for beginners and riders looking for sea views. Tourist traffic can be heavy on weekends, especially around Jinshan and Wanli.
Wind is a major weather factor: northeast monsoons in fall and winter bring strong winds, high surf, and cold, damp conditions, and crosswinds can significantly affect motorcycles. In summer, watch for afternoon thunderstorms. The page uses eight Highway Bureau cameras and nearby station readings for rainfall, temperature, and wind.
Highlights & Attractions
A classic coastal sightseeing route with beaches and cafes. Stops include Qianshui Bay, Baishawan, Shimen Cave, and Yehliu.
Typical Weather
Frequent rain and strong winds in winter; hot, exposed conditions with little shade in summer.
Riding Tips
Long, straight coastal stretches can encourage speeding. Weekend visitors and pedestrians are common, and vehicles near cafes or attractions may make sudden U-turns.
Sources: Highway Bureau, MOTC (images), CWA (weather observations). Images are provided directly by each source; this site does not store or rebroadcast them.Full details