Dongyin Island has the most outstanding fishing areas of all the islands of Lienchiang County, and fish can be caught during all seasons. The surrounding waters are affected by the pelagic zone; in addition to the common Black Seabream and Yellowfin Seabream, there are also a number of Greater Amberjack, Chicken Grunt, and the nibbler fish Girella leonine to be found. Simply put, nearly all of the fish most prized by rock fishing enthusiasts can be found in the waters around Dongyin.

Take the Taiwan-Matsu Ferry from Keelung’s West Wharf No. 2 to Matsu’s Dongyin Township. The trip takes approximately 10 hours. Take Uni Air Flight #1 to Matsu’s Nangan Airport, then take a taxi to Fuao Wharf to take the Taiwan-Matsu Ferry to Dongyin.

A one-way trip on the Taiwan-Matsu Ferry from Keelung to Dongyin costs NT $1,050.。 A one-way trip on the Taiwan-Matsu Ferry from Nangan to Beigan costs NT $350.

Only people with a fishing permit are allowed to take a boat out to sea to fish. Please take care when sea fishing. Bring slip-resistant footwear, a life jacket, and a water-resistant cell phone cover. It is recommended that you use Chunghwa Telecom cellular service here for the better, more reliable reception. Go online to check Matsu’s 30 day tide table.

Sand smelt, grouper, black sea bream, yellow fin black porgy, bass and many other types of fish can be caught in the bays of Juguang Island depending on the time of year, different migratory fish species arriving in the waters of Juguang at different times. Attention must be paid to the tides. You can fish at Mengao Harbor right after getting off the boat at Dongju Island, or rent a scooter to get to the fishing area below the path by the Dapu Stone Inscription. Anglers interested in catching sand smelt from the beach should head to Fuzheng Beach to try their luck. Those who like rock fishing can go to the Hill 119 Scenic Platform to scout out a hidden fishing spot.

Take the Taiwan-Matsu Ferry from Dongyin’s Zhongzhu Harbor to Nangan (approximately two hours). After arriving at the wharf in Nangan, you can choose to continue to Juguang Township. Ferry to Dongju departs from Nangan at 7:00, 11:00, and 14:30 Ferry to Nangan departs Dongju at 8:00, 12:00, and 15:30.

One-way boat ticket to Dongju costs $200 Full-price boat ticket from Dongju to Xiju costs $80, half-price ticket $40 Scooter rental costs $500 a day.

Only people with a fishing permit are allowed to take a boat out to sea to fish. Please take care when sea fishing. Bring slip-resistant footwear, a life jacket, and a water-resistant cell phone cover. It is recommended that you use Chunghwa Telecom cellular service here for the better, more reliable reception. Go online to check Matsu’s 30 day tide table.

After a fifteen minute drive by scooter, you will arrive at Tiebao, a small island reached by footbridge that is the only place in Matsu that can be fished 360 degrees on foot. The nearby Stronghold 53 is also a fantastic environment to fish in, but the rocky terrain will challenge your strength and endurance. If you prefer a safer, more laid-back fishing experience, you can try night fishing off the platform near the Rescue Brigade building.

On Nangan, Matsu's largest island, get around by taxi or rented scooter.

Taxis can also be rented at a rate of NT $500 an hour. Scooter rental costs NT $500 per day. Car rental costs NT $2000 per day.。

Only people with a fishing permit are allowed to take a boat out to sea to fish. Please take care when sea fishing. Visitors can choose to travel by rent a scooter or car. Bring slip-resistant footwear, a life jacket, and a water-resistant cell phone cover. It is recommended that you use Chunghwa Telecom cellular service here for the better, more reliable reception. Go online to check Matsu’s 30 day tide table.

In order to preserve the terns’ habitat, the Matsu National Scenic Area Administration and the Lienchiang County Government hold birdwatching events from April until October each year, during which time the protected islands are off-limits. From October to March, however, these islands are the choice of skilled local fishermen. Matsu has chosen Daqiu Island as the site for an annual rock fishing competition; interested anglers are welcome to come fish and swap tips.

Take a reef boat.

Reef boats cost NT $1,000 per person for a day.

Only people with a fishing permit are allowed to take a boat out to sea to fish. Please take care when sea fishing. These islands are strictly off-limits during the birdwatching period. Travelers coming to fish are again reminded to bring adequate protection sun protection, to wear a life jacket, and to protect the environment; release fish that are too small and take your garbage away with you.