◎ Beginner-Friendly Hikes – Easily Explore Stunning Scenery
The 1.7-kilometer Yilan "Linmei Shiban Trail," with its short distance and gentle slope, is a perfect entry-level hike and a great leisure activity suitable for all ages – an ideal outing for sightseeing and relaxation.
◎ Wuzhi Mountain Ancient Trail – Experience the Hard Work of Early Settlers
Winding up along the Beigang River, the Wuzhi Mountain Ancient Trail in Xizhi District, New Taipei City (located on Xivan Road) features bamboo groves, shaded paths, and babbling streams. Along the way, you’ll find remnants of early settlers’ land-clearing efforts, blending cultural history with natural beauty. A hike here is truly worthwhile.
◎ Fuyuan Mountain Hiking Trail – Fun for the Whole Family
The 2.2-kilometer Fuyuan Mountain Trail in Guishan, Taoyuan, starts at the Tuzikeng trailhead and leads all the way to the final point, "Big Tree Gong." Here, you can see a century-old banyan tree up close, and from the 345-meter-high vantage point, enjoy views of the Taipei Basin, Sanxia, and Taoyuan – making it a great outdoor destination for families.
◎ Biting Dog Pit Trail – A Favorite Challenge for Hikers
The "Biting Dog Pit Ecological Landscape Trail" in Taiping District, Taichung, consists of five hiking routes. The first one, the southern outer route, leads to the Mouse Ridge Trail and then up to Sanding Mountain. It’s often tackled by beginner hikers. The trail is lined with various insects, birds, and plants, and offers views of Taiping’s natural Wenyi Lake. It’s a great choice for a hiking workout.
◎ Plum Peak Ancient Trail – Blooming Flowers, Plum Chicken Delights
Located in Meilin, Nansi, the Plum Ridge area is a popular weekend hiking spot for Tainan residents, thanks to its clear signage and relatively gentle slopes. All four trails lead to the ridgeline, but the Plum Peak Ancient Trail stands out with its vast flower fields. At the summit, you can gaze at the Zengwen Reservoir, Dadong Mountain, and [untranslated mountain name], enjoying stunning scenery and the area’s diverse landscapes – making it the most popular route.
◎ Qimei Mountain’s Two Hiking Trails – Full of Challenge
Qimei Mountain is the end of the Yushan Mountain Range, bordered by the Meinong Plain and Qiaonong River to the east, and the Nanzixian River and Qishan Town to the west. When approaching Qishan from Highway 10, you’ll see the Qimei Mountain range in the distance, with its jagged, sawtooth-like peaks resembling the triangular flags (dragon flags) of the Qing Dynasty – hence its name. In ancient times, it was also called "Qimei Mountain."
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