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  • Hushan firefly trail

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    near Zhongpo, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    Taiwan Trails and Tales
    Distance
    1.08mi
    Elevation +
    272f
    TrailRank
    25
    Photo ofHushan firefly trail Photo ofHushan firefly trail Photo ofHushan firefly trail

    You don't need to travel to the remote mountains of central Taiwan to experience the magic of seeing fireflies lighting up the evening forest. Hushan has a trail within walking distance of the MRT which is adapted for fi...

  • Gui shan hill top loop

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    near Shanding, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    Taiwan Trails and Tales
    Distance
    1.71mi
    Elevation +
    262f
    TrailRank
    25
    Photo ofGui shan hill top loop Photo ofGui shan hill top loop Photo ofGui shan hill top loop

    A leisurely loop walk which starts out from a very 'Taiwan-feeling' village community. You'll pass university buildings, small ponds and a temple as well as meander through allotments and a graveyard. On clear days, you'...

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  • li song hotspring

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    near Motian, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    dubon
    Distance
    1.64mi
    Elevation +
    226f
    TrailRank
    24
    Photo ofli song hotspring Photo ofli song hotspring Photo ofli song hotspring

    One way down to Li song hotsprings, better to do it with sneakers or at least sandals. Avoid flip flops. Carry some food. Go always down and once u get to the river cross it, go upstream following the ropes and cross ag...

  • Foggy fog

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    near Jiaokeng, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    Benjij
    Distance
    8.43mi
    Elevation +
    2595f
    TrailRank
    24
    Photo ofFoggy fog Photo ofFoggy fog Photo ofFoggy fog

    Slippery when wet. Muddy. But a lot of fun.. Might be considered moderately difficult in dry conditions..

  • Mt. Maolan trail

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    near Riyuetan, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    LIHiker
    Distance
    3.29mi
    Elevation +
    771f
    TrailRank
    23
    Photo ofMt. Maolan trail

    Mt Maolan is a easy path that progress to the top of the mountain. As one progresses, speculator views of the lake and the surrounding area can be seen.

  • Fireflies

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    near Zhongpo, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    Taiwan Trails and Tales
    Distance
    1.08mi
    Elevation +
    272f
    TrailRank
    23
    Photo ofFireflies Photo ofFireflies Photo ofFireflies

    You don't need to travel to the remote mountains of central Taiwan to experience the magic of seeing fireflies lighting up the evening forest. Hushan has a trail within walking distance of the MRT which is adapted for fi...

  • Tao Mt

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    near Minzhuang, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    void
    Distance
    7.52mi
    Elevation +
    2146f
    TrailRank
    23
    Photo ofTao Mt Photo ofTao Mt Photo ofTao Mt

    Part of Wuling quadruple, not so difficult but nevertheless treat mountains in Taiwan with respect. Route is hardly flat except final part to Kelaye (Kelahei) Mountain 喀拉業山. Quite exhausting to go up and down through tro...

  • Longfeng waterfalls

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    near Zhanghu, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    Taiwan Trails and Tales
    Distance
    1.11mi
    Elevation +
    587f
    TrailRank
    22
    Photo ofLongfeng waterfalls Photo ofLongfeng waterfalls Photo ofLongfeng waterfalls

    A short, simple, there-and-back type of trail which takes you to two reasonably tall waterfalls. Bring the bug spray and a small picnic to enjoy a comfortable afternoon listening to the soothing sounds of water and paddl...

  • Yangmingshan - Mt Qixing - Xiaoyoukeng

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    near Yangmingshan, Taiwan (Taiwan)
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    juliuso
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    Distance
    2.53mi
    Elevation +
    2021f
    TrailRank
    21
    Photo ofYangmingshan - Mt Qixing - Xiaoyoukeng

    Take the MRT to Jiantan, get out at Exit 1 and go around the corner to your left to see the bus stops. Take the R5 and get of the last stop at Yangmingshan bus terminal. It's another 10-15min walk to the Nationalpark vis...

  • Skirting the elephant

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    near Huxing, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    Taiwan Trails and Tales
    Distance
    4.53mi
    Elevation +
    1401f
    TrailRank
    21
    Photo ofSkirting the elephant

    One of the many ways you can walk the Nangang mountain system - this one takes in great views from Muzhi mountain and plenty of mountain shrines.

  • 松羅步道 Sungluo Trail

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    near Songluo, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    Alex Kung
    Distance
    2.87mi
    Elevation +
    823f
    TrailRank
    20
    Photo of松羅步道 Sungluo Trail Photo of松羅步道 Sungluo Trail Photo of松羅步道 Sungluo Trail

    The Sungluo Trail, refurbished from an ancient indigenous hunting path, traces the path along the Sungluo Stream. Covering a round-trip distance of 4 kilometers, the trail is relatively short, offering a smooth, even pat...

  • PING DING CANAL TRAIL 平頂古圳步道

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    near Qiankengzi, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    Taiwan Trails and Tales
    Distance
    2.57mi
    Elevation +
    604f
    TrailRank
    20
    Photo ofPING DING CANAL TRAIL 平頂古圳步道 Photo ofPING DING CANAL TRAIL 平頂古圳步道 Photo ofPING DING CANAL TRAIL 平頂古圳步道

    Some pretty easy walking in some exceedingly picturesque surroundings. Ping Ding Old Canal cuts its way through a quiet corner of Yangmingshan park where you can find gently flowing water and terrace farming to enjoy.

  • JIU LIAO CREEK TRAIL TO GABA WATERFALL

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    near Datong, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    Taiwan Trails and Tales
    Distance
    4.66mi
    Elevation +
    787f
    TrailRank
    20
    Photo ofJIU LIAO CREEK TRAIL TO GABA WATERFALL Photo ofJIU LIAO CREEK TRAIL TO GABA WATERFALL Photo ofJIU LIAO CREEK TRAIL TO GABA WATERFALL

    A gentle trail following Jiu Liao Creek up towards the 30m high Gaba falls. The path is dotted with information boards explaining various aspects of Atayal life and several interesting bridges carry you over the water.

  • ZHISHANYAN

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    near Zhishanyan, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    Taiwan Trails and Tales
    Distance
    1.35mi
    Elevation +
    98f
    TrailRank
    20
    Photo ofZHISHANYAN Photo ofZHISHANYAN Photo ofZHISHANYAN

    https://files.viewranger.com/image/9eb574cea42ce29dd8c2f86294bd421c.jpg Layers upon layers of history are here for anyone willing to make a slight diversion.

  • Maokong

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    near Duchuantou, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    Taiwan Trails and Tales
    Distance
    2.25mi
    Elevation +
    1388f
    TrailRank
    20
    Photo ofMaokong Photo ofMaokong Photo ofMaokong

    A not-too-difficult loop walk where the downwards part of the loop can be done on the Maokong gondola. The highlight of this walk for me was the free tea I enjoyed at Zhangshan Temple.

  • Mt. Shihmen Hike

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    near Kenanguan, Taiwan (Taiwan)
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    LIHiker
    Distance
    1.17mi
    Elevation +
    279f
    TrailRank
    19
    Photo ofMt. Shihmen Hike Photo ofMt. Shihmen Hike

    Within Hehaun Recreation Area there are several mountains ; East Hehaun, West Hehaun, Hehaun, North Hehaun and Mt Shihmen. All the mountains are surrounded with speculator views.

  • Shuangliu National Park

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    near Shuangliu, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    Taiwan Trails and Tales
    Distance
    4.06mi
    Elevation +
    154f
    TrailRank
    19

    Shuangliu National Forest Recreation Area is one of two forest parks to be located in Pintung County (the other is Kenting National Forest Recreation Area). The area gets its name for being the confluence where the two m...

  • Suhua trail

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    near Dawan, Taiwan (Taiwan)
    Author
    LIHiker
    Distance
    6.42mi
    Elevation +
    1398f
    TrailRank
    19
    Photo ofSuhua trail

    The hike starts on a old abandon highway. The trail head for the Suhua trail is about 5.7 km from the start of hike. The trail climbs for a couple miles, then trail goes down hill. A lot of topical planst and animals.

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