Yes, it is open. Provincial Highway 8 reopened in August 2024 after emergency repairs.

However:

Traffic control remains in effect 
Nighttime closure still applies 

Road Repair Construction Works – Daily Traffic Release Times
Vehicles may pass during the following release times:
(Please arrive at the traffic control point 5 minutes before the release time.)

06:30–08:00 
10:00–10:05
12:00–13:00
15:00–15:05
17:30–18:00 
Outbound traffic only:
18:00–18:30 
Nighttime road closure:
18:30–06:30 

Traffic Control Points 
East: Shakadang Tunnel entrance (100m west of Taroko Visitor
Center)
West: Lushui (2km east of Tianxiang)

Important Reminders
1. After heavy rain, typhoons, or earthquakes, the Central Cross-Island Highway has a higher risk of falling rocks. Please assess conditions carefully before entering.
2.The section from the Taroko entrance to Tianxiang was severely damaged. Most trails and scenic spots remain closed. Taroko Visitor Center, Dekalun, Dali-Datong trails, Tianxiang, and Lushui (partially opened) are open.    
3. After passing the traffic control point, please follow the convoy through the gorge section and please do not stop along the way.
4. Please confirm road conditions before your trip.

 
Latest Road Information
1. Directorate General of Highways, Eastern Region Branch → “Announcements /Latest News / Construction Traffic Control”
(Highway 8 Maintenance Unit- Taroko Maintenance Section Tel: +886-3-8610775)
2.Taroko National Park website → News / Road and Trail Open Status/ Click for Central Cross-Island Highway once to expand to check more road traffic control info.

Or call us (Taroko Visitor Center) during the opening hours (08:30-17:00)
Contact telephone: +886-3-8621100 Ext. 360, 810 ~ 815.


See more FAQs about visiting Taroko after the April 3, 2024 earthquake.