If you’re heading to Daxueshan National Forest Recreation Area and want to do a walk with views, this short hike to a panoramic lookout platform is undoubtedly the walk for you.
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CHASHAN FIRE and WATER SPRING (茶山水火同源)
Deep in the lush green hills of Chiayi's Alishan Township, this short trail on the edge of Chashan Village hides a bizarre natural phenomenon. Here, gas and water bubble up through the earth's surface at the same spot, giving rise to a perpetual flame surrounded by a spring.
GUOXING INTERCHANGE VIEWING AREA (國姓橋聳雲天觀賞點)
Freeway Number 6's Guoxing Interchange in Nantou's Guoxing Township has previously won the top spot in a nationwide contest to find the most impressive motorway scenes. Visitors who wish to see this winning scenery for themselves can enjoy a short stroll beneath the towering roads.
LITTLE SOUTH CHINA SEA LOOP (小南海O型)
This short loop in the flatlands of Chiayi is a gentle way to stretch your legs on a lazy afternoon.
NEIDONG WATERFALL TRAIL (內洞瀑布)
Neidong Forest Recreation Area's Waterfall Trail is a gentle, barrier-free trail that winds its way along the Nanshi River to a bridge with beautiful waterfall views.
SAKUL WATERFALL TRAIL (撒固兒瀑布)
This short and pretty waterfall trail on the outskirts of Hualien offers a quick and easy getaway from the heat of the city.
TAOLIN BIKEWAY (桃林鐵路自行車道)
This gentle ride in Taoyuan has been deftly stitched together from the remains of the old Taolin coal railway. The scenery cannot be described as breathtaking, but it’s a fun way to explore part of Taoyuan that’s well off the tourist trail.
HEPING ISLAND PARK (和平島公園)
Heping Island Park is a small pocket of land on an island that shelters the mouth of Keelung Harbour. People come here to walk the short coastal trail year-round, and in the summer, you'll find the ocean-fed pools full of swimmers.
ALABAO BAY GUIDED WALK (阿拉寶灣)
Only open for several months every year, Alabao Bay is a short stretch of coastline accessible from within Keelung's Heping Island Park. The coastal trail offers interesting rock formations, views of Keelung Islet, and traces left behind by several waves of inhabitants.
MOUNT MAOLAN (貓蘭山)
This short and very easy trail can be done as part of a visit to Nantou's Sun Moon Lake. Along the way you'll learn a little about the history of tea in Taiwan, and tick off another of the 100 Minor Peaks.
EWEISHAN PADDY TERRACE and PINGJING STREET CHERRY BLOSSOM (鵝尾山水田/平菁街櫻花巷)
There are lots of cherry blossom viewing spots dotted around Taiwan, and taking a walk to enjoy the pretty pink petals is something that many locals like to indulge in at least once a year. This sakura spot in Yangmingshan National Park is an easy and convenient location to enjoy the pink petals.
DAPO POND (大坡池)
This loop trail in Taitung's Chishang Township is characterized by beautiful lake views, mountainous landscapes, unique sculptures and abundant birdlife.
FANGYUAN WETLANDS TRAIL (芳苑海空步道)
The Fangyuan Wetlands Trail is a short and accessible coastal walk in Chuanghua County. Visitors can enjoy spotting the numerous crabs and mudskippers.
DAKENG TRAILS 6 & 7 (大坑步道6+7)
Criss-crossing the hills of Beitun District there is a network of paths for hikers to enjoy. This route encompasses two of the Dakeng trails, and takes you past temples, up steep summits and through a mountaintop adventure playground.
SANDIAOLING TUNNEL BIKEWAY
Since it reopened in 2022, Sandiaoling Tunnel has become a top spot for people wanting a short half-day adventure from Taipei.