LINKOU FOREST TRAIL (林口森林步道)

April 23, 2017November 14, 2024 / taiwantrailsandtales / 2 Comments

A hidden gem of a trail nestled in the hills around Linkou. This easy walk would be great for families.

MOUNT SHAMAO TRAIL (紗帽山)

April 17, 2017November 14, 2024 / taiwantrailsandtales / Leave a comment

An easy spring hike in Yangmingshan national park for lizard lovers to enjoy. If you go at the right time of day, you can soak your feet (and body) afterwards in the public hot spring baths.

LINMEI SHIPAN TRAIL (林美石磐步道)

April 1, 2017November 14, 2024 / taiwantrailsandtales / 1 Comment

A relaxing stroll through woods next to a stream.

ERGE SHAN VIA NANBANGLIAO LOOP (二格山，南邦寮山)

February 11, 2017November 14, 2024 / taiwantrailsandtales / Leave a comment

This short loop at the edge of civilisation offers a quick getaway from the city.

ST. MARIAN’S HIKING TRAIL (聖母山步道)

January 28, 2017November 14, 2024 / taiwantrailsandtales / 5 Comments

St. Marian's Hiking Trail, also known more recently as Matcha Mountain is a well known trail in Yilan's Jiaoxi District. It's a big climb with views that are guaranteed to make you glad you made the effort.

JIANTAN MOUNTAIN HIKING TRAIL (劍潭山步道)

January 14, 2017November 14, 2024 / taiwantrailsandtales / 2 Comments

Easily accessible by MRT and bus, this trail gives you a glimpse of weekend entertainment in modern-day Taipei and touches on both its military history and present.