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JIU LIAO CREEK TRAIL TO GABA WATERFALL (九寮溪步道/戈霸瀑布)

March 2, 2019February 20, 2022 / taiwantrailsandtales / 3 Comments

A gentle trail following Jiu Liao Creek up towards the 30m high Gaba falls. The path is dotted with information boards explaining various aspects of Atayal life and several interesting bridges carry you over the water.

SECRET SPOT OF WU LAO KENG

September 4, 2017February 21, 2022 / taiwantrailsandtales / Leave a comment

Sometimes the summer heat here in Taiwan makes hiking an unappealing prospect. For the days when you just wish to laze in cool liquid you can head to this watering hole south of Yilan which is literally hidden under a bridge.

PAOMA HISTORIC TRAIL (跑馬古道)

November 9, 2016February 21, 2022 / taiwantrailsandtales / Leave a comment

Take a stroll through the past along this historic logging route.

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XINLIAO WATERFALL TRAIL (新寮瀑布)

August 28, 2016February 21, 2022 / taiwantrailsandtales / 2 Comments

img_74821 A super short amble to an impressive waterfall.

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Close to the remains of Gongziliao Fort, walkers can find the summit of Mount Gongziliao, an easy one Xiao Bai Yue. At only 162 metres above sea level, it’s not one of Taiwan’s most magnificent peaks, but if you include a trip to see the first, this is a great half-day outing. NEW TRAIL GUIDE: Mount Gongziliao and Mount Gongziliao Fort (槓子寮山/槓子寮砲臺) Scenes from a hot wander in Hsinchu.

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