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Level 5/10

Donghe

Taitung County, Taiwan
🪨Rocks🌀Strong rips

Donghe is Taiwan's surfing showcase—a rivermouth break on the island's wild Pacific coast that hosts international competitions and represents the heart of Taiwanese surf culture. The setup creates multiple peaks that work across various conditions, from typhoon swells in summer to northeast monsoon swells in winter. The dramatic coastal scenery, indigenous Amis culture, and emerging surf scene make Donghe a fascinating destination for those seeking waves off the beaten path. Taiwan's surf potential remains largely untapped, and Donghe is the gateway to discovering it.

Spot Details

Swell Requirements

Optimal direction
ESE (110°)
Direction range
80° - 150°
Size range
0.6m - 2.5m
Ideal period
12s+

Wind Requirements

Optimal direction
W (270°)
Offshore range
230° - 310°
Best window
morning

Tide Requirements

Optimal tide
mid
Optimal range
0.3m - 1.4m

Water temp

25°C

Wetsuit

Boardshorts / Rashguard

Difficulty

5/10

Crowd level

3/10

Access: Taiwan Open of Surfing venue. Easy beach access.

Getting There

Airport
TTT
Drive time
30 min

Best Season

Peak: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb

Secondary: Jul, Aug

Typhoon swells in summer. NE monsoon swells in winter.

Data Quality

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Verified by Taiwan surf community