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  • Mt Maolan trail

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    near Riyuetan, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    Adam123
    Distance
    3.65mi
    Elevation +
    820f
    TrailRank
    36
    Photo ofMt Maolan trail Photo ofMt Maolan trail Photo ofMt Maolan trail

    This is a very nice trail following the road up to the tea research station and onwards to the peak of Mt Maolan. The trail is easy to follow and asphalt almost all of the way, but it is quite steep in places. From the t...

  • Elephant mountain longer loop

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    near Jiupokou, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    Jacqueline Smolders
    Distance
    4.82mi
    Elevation +
    1453f
    TrailRank
    35
    Photo ofElephant mountain longer loop Photo ofElephant mountain longer loop Photo ofElephant mountain longer loop

    I did this hike posted by someone else and just added the part in the end towards the metro. The hike is very beautiful with great views towards the city. The route is mostly stairs, but there are handrails at the steep ...

  • Qi xing shan round mountain trail

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    near Yangmingshan, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    Taiwan Trails and Tales
    Distance
    8.57mi
    Elevation +
    1818f
    TrailRank
    35
    Photo ofQi xing shan round mountain trail Photo ofQi xing shan round mountain trail Photo ofQi xing shan round mountain trail

    This circular route is an excellent way to experience some of Yangmingshan Park's top attractions. Start early and make a day of it to get the most out of this varied walk.

  • Elephant mountain, Taipei, Taiwan

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    near Jiupokou, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    antiviaje.com
    Distance
    1.71mi
    Elevation +
    591f
    TrailRank
    35
    Photo ofElephant mountain, Taipei, Taiwan Photo ofElephant mountain, Taipei, Taiwan Photo ofElephant mountain, Taipei, Taiwan

    An easy "hiking" in Taipei. Bring some mosquito repellent and a small bottle of water. Small. It's not so long that you need a big one.

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  • Linjhih mountain, Yushan National Park (麟芷山)

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    near Shangdongbu, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    Willemvanderbilt
    Distance
    4.42mi
    Elevation +
    1332f
    TrailRank
    34| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofLinjhih mountain, Yushan National Park (麟芷山) Photo ofLinjhih mountain, Yushan National Park (麟芷山) Photo ofLinjhih mountain, Yushan National Park (麟芷山)

    A leisurely walk with great views towards Taiwan's highest, Yushan mountain. A good walk to acclimate before heading towards the higher 3000m+ peaks. The trail is well-signposted and covers a number of vegetation zones: ...

    很漂亮 可以遠眺玉山群峰
    ZhongMin Tsai

  • Huoyan Shan (火炎山)

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    near Gongguan, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    Taiwan Trails and Tales
    Distance
    10.51mi
    Elevation +
    1824f
    TrailRank
    32
    Photo ofHuoyan Shan (火炎山) Photo ofHuoyan Shan (火炎山) Photo ofHuoyan Shan (火炎山)

    Huoyan Shan’s flame-red slopes are an instantly recognisable landmark for motorists driving between Taichung and Miaoli, their distinctive colouring giving rise to the mountain’s name, (others have translated 火炎山 as Fire...

  • Shengmu trail 聖母登山步道

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    near Wufengqi, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    Cristian Uroz
    Distance
    9.08mi
    Elevation +
    3740f
    TrailRank
    32
    Photo ofShengmu trail 聖母登山步道 Photo ofShengmu trail 聖母登山步道 Photo ofShengmu trail 聖母登山步道

    Shengmu trail 聖母登山步道 Starts in parking, from there walk 1km to the church, then it goes slowly up for 3km until the start of the steps. 1.6km of steps (this section makes it "difficult" because it's exausthing).

  • Alishan

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    near Sifendao, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    travelgudu
    Distance
    7.07mi
    Elevation +
    1739f
    TrailRank
    32
    Photo ofAlishan Photo ofAlishan Photo ofAlishan

    Alishan Visitor Center -> forest trail -> Zhaoping station -> young sister pond -> Tashan Viewing Lot (2663 m) -> Elder Sister Pond -> Xianling Service Area -> giant tree trail 2 -> Sacred tree station

  • Caoling historic trail

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    near Dali, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    Taiwan Trails and Tales
    Distance
    6.44mi
    Elevation +
    1480f
    TrailRank
    31
    Photo ofCaoling historic trail Photo ofCaoling historic trail Photo ofCaoling historic trail

    This historic and very accessible trail will take you over the hills from Dali to Fulong next to an inviting river stream. Better yet, you can look forward to a refreshing swim once you've reached your destination.

  • Zhi shen mao tai shan

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    near Yutai, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    Taiwan Trails and Tales
    Distance
    3.87mi
    Elevation +
    3419f
    TrailRank
    31
    Photo ofZhi shen mao tai shan Photo ofZhi shen mao tai shan Photo ofZhi shen mao tai shan

    This very wild feeling trail leads you up a steep forested ridge through huge bamboo groves, into the domain of wild boars and barking deer, past hunting shelters and the traces of Taiwan's period of Japanese occupation....

  • Tiezhan Shan (鐵站山)

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    near Shuiyuandi, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    Taiwan Trails and Tales
    Distance
    5.50mi
    Elevation +
    732f
    TrailRank
    30
    Photo ofTiezhan Shan (鐵站山) Photo ofTiezhan Shan (鐵站山) Photo ofTiezhan Shan (鐵站山)

    Taichung’s northeastern Houli District. As well as the walk, you can enjoy a wander around Tai’an Railway Cultural Park, see the stunning red slopes of Huoyan Shan from a distance, and crack out your best model pose on t...

  • 九寮溪自然步道 Jiuliao River Trail

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    near Datong, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    Alex Kung
    Distance
    5.40mi
    Elevation +
    2172f
    TrailRank
    30
    Photo of九寮溪自然步道 Jiuliao River Trail Photo of九寮溪自然步道 Jiuliao River Trail Photo of九寮溪自然步道 Jiuliao River Trail

    Walking along the Jiuliao River Trail, you'll follow the stream of the river. This trail runs alongside the convergence of streams originating from the Xue Mountain Range, resulting in cool and crystal-clear waters. The ...

  • Datun Multi Peak Trail

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    near Zhongqingque, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    Taiwan Trails and Tales
    Distance
    3.56mi
    Elevation +
    2415f
    TrailRank
    30
    Photo ofDatun Multi Peak Trail Photo ofDatun Multi Peak Trail Photo ofDatun Multi Peak Trail

    Right on the western edge of Yangmingshan National Park you can find a quieter alternative to some of the park's busier walks. The Mount Datun trail takes in three peaks. Short but strenuous roped sections lead you over ...

  • Snow Mt (Xueshan), Shei-Pa national park

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    near Disiqu, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    void
    Distance
    13.30mi
    Elevation +
    7234f
    TrailRank
    29
    Photo ofSnow Mt (Xueshan), Shei-Pa national park Photo ofSnow Mt (Xueshan), Shei-Pa national park Photo ofSnow Mt (Xueshan), Shei-Pa national park

    Easy to follow, lots of "stair-steps" in the begining. No technical skills required however hike is long if taken it in a single day. It took more ~12h for a round trip with more than 2000m of vertical gain. Gpx should b...

  • Mt Shihmen trail

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    near Kenanguan, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    Adam123
    Distance
    1.04mi
    Elevation +
    285f
    TrailRank
    28
    Photo ofMt Shihmen trail Photo ofMt Shihmen trail Photo ofMt Shihmen trail

    This is a short walk from a small car park up to the top of Mt Shihmen. Even though it was cloudy, the views were great. It's a shame the trail wasn't longer. Due to the altitude I rated this moderate, since I could real...

  • Maokong <> silverstream waterfall

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    near Shishijiao, Taiwan (Taiwan)
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    xav@BKK
    Distance
    2.61mi
    Elevation +
    420f
    TrailRank
    28| Rating 4.5
    Photo ofMaokong <> silverstream waterfall Photo ofMaokong <> silverstream waterfall Photo ofMaokong <> silverstream waterfall

    stairs up to the ridge than step descent in the jungle (slippery if wet) before following the stream down to the small waterfall. return easy via well maintained path to gondola station.

    Wat een prachtige wandeling. Een klein stukje van de route was niet helemaal duidelijk, maar met een klein beetje improv...
    Bonestroo
    Ruta muy bonita en la montaña de Maokong. La zona de la cascada con templo metido en la roca hace un entorno muy bonito....
    alexsuarez7

  • Qingtiangang Circular Trail

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    near Qingtiangang, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    Taiwan Trails and Tales
    Distance
    1.81mi
    Elevation +
    299f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofQingtiangang Circular Trail Photo ofQingtiangang Circular Trail Photo ofQingtiangang Circular Trail

    A gentle and incredibly scenic circular route around the famous, cow-grazed grasslands of Qingtiangang in Yangmingshan National Park. This trail is accessible by public transport and should be ok for anyone who can handl...

  • Jiupokou - Dalingtou

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    near Jiupokou, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    mmahl
    Distance
    3.46mi
    Elevation +
    1302f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofJiupokou - Dalingtou Photo ofJiupokou - Dalingtou Photo ofJiupokou - Dalingtou

    Nice difficult climbing- first nice plastered stairs, a brief detour through a jungle path following the main hiking path till a smaller one with some ropes need a bit more fitness.

  • Alishan - Duegaoyue trail

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    near Zhushan, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    m4yfwntjt8
    Distance
    2.20mi
    Elevation +
    591f
    TrailRank
    26
    Photo ofAlishan - Duegaoyue trail Photo ofAlishan - Duegaoyue trail Photo ofAlishan - Duegaoyue trail

    Arguably the easiest and the most straightforward real hiking (not casual walking) trails in Alishan park. Serene and peaceful. Few people give it a try. Starts with laid-back stroll along the railways and then continue...

  • SANQING TEMPLE FOREST TRAIL EASTERN LOOP

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    near Dairennankeng, Taiwan (Taiwan)
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    Taiwan Trails and Tales
    Distance
    2.67mi
    Elevation +
    741f
    TrailRank
    26
    Photo ofSANQING TEMPLE FOREST TRAIL EASTERN LOOP Photo ofSANQING TEMPLE FOREST TRAIL EASTERN LOOP Photo ofSANQING TEMPLE FOREST TRAIL EASTERN LOOP

    Sometimes when Taipei’s weather is grey and rainy for extended periods of time I find myself itching to get out and do a little walking anyway. Given the fact that prolonged rain here often causes landslides, it is obvio...

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