A New Golden-Hued Puzzle in the Vast Land: A High-Elevation Scenic Trail in Miaoli
Text by MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team, compiled and reported
The Zhenghan Trail is situated beside Taiwan Provincial Highway 1 in Tanwen Village, Zhuangqiao Township, behind Yu Da University of Science and Technology in Zhuangqiao. Lined with dense tree cover, the path is gently sloped, easy to walk, and refreshingly cool. At the trail’s end lies an observation platform with a stunning panoramic view over a large expanse of...
The Zhenghan Trail overlooks golden rice fields (Photo provided by sue711212)
The Zhenghan Trail is a roughly 2 km round-trip hike with both ascents and descents. It boasts rich flora and fauna along the way, including camphor trees, casuarina trees, and wild peony flowers. The steps made from railway sleepers add a touch of vintage charm, while the views are pleasing and the scenery delightful. At the mountaintop, the Zhenghan Memorial Monument recounts a moving and heroic tale.
The Zhenghan Trail's observation platform offers commanding views (Photo provided by kunhsienchen)
In addition to seeing houses scattered across golden rice paddies, you can also take in the beautiful curves of a C-shaped railway track (Photo provided by kunhsienchen)
Upon reaching the memorial monument and the observation platform, you can gaze down over the Zhonggang River Plain and the Taiwan Strait. In addition to spotting houses nestled among golden rice fields, you can also admire the elegant curves of the C-shaped railway. The views are spectacular. As a result, since the opening of the Zhenghan Trail, it has become not only a popular spot for weekend walks and exercise, but also attracts many rail enthusiasts and photography aficionados looking for the perfect shot.
The Zhenghan Trail features rich biodiversity along the route (Photo provided by doremiiiiiii777788880)
Additionally, you can also visit nearby attractions such as Tanwen Station, Zhuangqiao Station, Shankou Ancient Trail, and the Lungfeng Lake Loop Trail.
A 250-meter-long pumpkin tunnel in Lungfeng Community, Zhuangqiao Township, becomes a charming seasonal attraction when the pumpkins ripen each summer (Photo / Miaoli County Government)
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