Wuling: A man who rode a horse to Wuling on Hehuanshan, in an apparent attempt to see snowfall, was fined by police on Sunday for violating traffic regulations, while national park authorities said they are reviewing whether additional penalties apply.

According to Focus Taiwan, police said the man was traveling on a public road at Wuling, which is the highest point in Taiwan's highway system at an elevation of 3,275 meters. He was issued a citation under the Road Traffic Management and Penalty Act. The man was fined for allowing or leading an animal on a public road in a way that obstructed traffic, an offense punishable by a fine ranging from NT$300 (US$9.5) to NT$600.

The incident drew public attention after the man and his horse were spotted in a parking lot at the popular scenic site, where visitors often stop to take photos. While unusual behavior at Wuling has occasionally gone viral in the past, officials noted that bringing a horse to the area was rare.

The Taroko National Park Headquarters reported receiving information about the incident earlier in the day and dispatched staff, along with local police, to verify the situation. Park authorities explained that under national park regulations, pets are prohibited from entering trails, ecological protection zones, historic preservation areas, and special scenic zones. However, since the man and his horse were found in a recreation area, which is not automatically subject to the same restrictions, officials said they must first determine whether parking rules were violated and whether adequate safety measures were in place. If violations are confirmed, the rider could face an additional fine of up to NT$3,000.