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, there are views of layered hills out towards Sanxia and beyond from the easternmost point of the walk.
FAMILY FRIENDLY
YINGGE ROCK TRAIL (鶯歌石登山步道)
A short and sweet loop out of Yingge's ceramics neighbourhood. Sights on this walk include views over Sanxia, shrines in naturally hollowed out caves and a close-up view of the eponymous Yingge Rock, (a large bird-shaped stone which was said to have emitted toxic vapours until it was cannoned by Koxinga'a army).
QINGTIANGANG CIRCULAR TRAIL (擎天崗環形步道)
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 handle some steps and an uneven walking surface. Make sure to come on a clear day, (when you can see Qixing Mountain peak from the city), in order to enjoy the views at their best.
FENG QI SUNSET TRAIL (鳳崎落日步道)
An easy and leisurely afternoon walk taking in military relics. Bring your significant other and aim to finish the walk around sundown so that you can watch the sunset together as you gaze out over the Taiwan Strait.
HUTOUSHAN PARK WALK (虎頭山公園)
A gentle and shaded forest park, walk - come here to get a feel for how the locals like to spend family weekends together.
JINSHAN SHITOUSHAN PARK TRAIL (金山獅頭山公園步道)
A very easy walk on the north coast of Taiwan where you can gaze out to sea and consider the immortality of love.
YANG CHO FOREST TRAIL (羊稠森林步道)
An enjoyable stroll through shady forest with views of the HSR.
MIHU HISTORIC TRAIL (迷糊步道)
A gentle escape from the heat of the summer in a quieter corner of the famous Alishan district.
LINKOU FOREST TRAIL (林口森林步道)
A hidden gem of a trail nestled in the hills around Linkou. This easy walk would be great for families.
LINMEI SHIPAN TRAIL (林美石磐步道)
A relaxing stroll through woods next to a stream.
XIAO NANGANG HILL TRAIL (小南港山步道)
Xiao Nangang Hill is a peaceful, scenic wander within walking distance of the MRT.
QIXINGLING TRAIL (七星領步道)
A gentle hike with expansive views over Yilan Plain.
PAOMA HISTORIC TRAIL (跑馬古道)
Take a stroll through the past along this historic logging route.
RESEVOIR LOOP IN TAOYUAN (桃園大圳)
Short, easy-access walk around a reservoir for days when you're not up for climbing a mountain.
XINLIAO WATERFALL TRAIL (新寮瀑布)
A super short amble to an impressive waterfall.
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