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Taiwan Best Trails

Kenting National Forest Recreation Area: Tropical Trails and Hidden Limestone Wonders

Kenting National Forest Recreation Area

Easy, Scenic, and Bus-Accessible: Hiking Mt. Dashanmu in Kenting

Mt. Dashanmu in Kenting

2025 Kenting Beyond the Beach: Discover Hidden Gems by Bus—No Scooter Needed

Kenting

Top Hiking Trails in Taiwan You Can Reach by Public Transport in 2025 — Every County and City Included!

Mountain and ocean

Eryanping Trail: A Short Hike for Stunning Sunsets and Cloud Seas in Alishan

Eryanping Trail sunset

Roaming in the Tea Plantation: From Shizhuo Trails to Fenqihu - Mt. Dadong Trail

Tea plantations and mountains in Shizhuo

Alishan Hiking Guide: Discovering the Best Trails for Hikers in Alishan

Sisters' Ponds in Alishan

Mianyue Line Adventure: Trekking Through Alishan's Historic Rail Trail

Mianyue Line half-open tunnel in Alishan

Jhenshan Trail in Guanwu: A Scenic Stroll with Holy Ridge in Sight

Jhenshan in Guanwu

Zhenxibao Cypress Trail: Majestic Route A, Poison Dragon Pond, and Relaxing Route B

Yaya Qparung, the giant tree in Smangus

Smangus Giant Tree Trail: A Serene Adventure in Taiwan's Sacred Forest

Yaya Qparung, the giant tree in Smangus

Dulanshan Trail: The Beauty of the South Coastal Mountain Range in Taitung

View from the ridge to Dulanshan in Taitung

The Trees That Reach the Moon: Journey to Taiwan's Giants – The Three Sisters in Qilan

Giant Trees in Taiwan

Syue Mountain (Mt. Snow): A Guide to Taiwan's Second-Highest Peak and the Hidden Gem of Cuei Pond

Xueshan in Taiwan

Yangmingshan Summer Getaway: Discover Tianmu Water Pipe Trail, Cuifeng Waterfall and Shamaoshan

Cuifeng Waterfall on Tianmu Old Trail

The List of Taiwan's 100 High Mountains and How to Complete 100 Peaks

A hiker in a high mountain in Taiwan

Kaohsiung's Spectacular Views on Mt. Qiwei to Lingshan Ridgeline Hike

Qiwei Mountain View in Meinong

Yangmingshan East-West Thru Hike Guide: How to Bag 10 Peaks in A Day

Keelung Islet from Dingshan

Yushan Front Peak: Steep Rock Climbing with Breathtaking Views

View from Jade Mountain Front Peak

Tataka Three Mountains and Mt. Shishui – Hike Mt. Linzhi, Mt. Lulin, and the Highest Peak in Alishan

Mt. Linzhi

(Closed) A Tribute to Taroko: Shakadang Three Heroes - Mt. Qingshui, Mt. Qianliyan, and Mt. Liwu

View from Mt. Qianliyan

FAQs about Hiking in Taiwan, Including Is It Safe to Hike After Earthquake Hit

Hikers at Paiyun Lodge

Jialuo Lake Hike: A Two-day Camping to Explore the Enchanted Forests

Jialuo Lake in the morning

Island Hopping Adventure in Keelung: From Keelung Islet to Heping Island

Keelung Islet from Heping Island in Keelung

Essential Guide to Hiking Regulations in Taiwan

hiking guides at night

The Complete Guide to Hiking Taiwan's Southern Three Stars Part 3: Discover Mt. Kuhanuoxin

Sea of clouds at Guanshanlingshan

The Complete Guide to Hiking Taiwan's Southern Three Stars Part 2: Discover Guanshanlingshan

Sea of clouds at Guanshanlingshan

The Complete Guide to Hiking Taiwan's Southern Three Stars Part 1: Discover Taguanshan

Sea of clouds at Taguanshan

Cruising Kaohsiung's Past: Ferry to Cihou Lighthouse and Yancheng's Heritage Walk

Kaohsiung City view from Cihou Lighthouse

Walami Trail Revealed: A Comprehensive Guide to One of the Best Trails in Hualien

Hikers on Walami Trail in Hualien, in Taiwan

Explore the Holy Ridge in Taiwan: The Essential Shengleng Trail Guide with I, Y, and O Routes!

Holy Ridge Trail in Taiwan

Jiemaosi Route to Jiaming (Chiaming) Lake Trail (No Cabin Permits Required)

Jiaming Lake via Jiemaosi Route

New Update: 👋 Elevate Your Adventure: A Comprehensive Checklist of 15+ Things for Hiking in Taiwan

Mountain in the sunset

Discover Kinmen's Beauty: Cycling Adventure Through Historic Strongholds on the West Coast

A tank lying at Oucuo Beach in Kinmen

Discover Kinmen's Beauty: Cycling Expedition Through Historic Military Strongholds on the East Coast

Fuoguodun Harbor in Kinmen

Unlock the Advanced Matcha Mountain Wonder: A Thru-hike from Mt. Hongludi to the Enchanting St. Marian Hiking Trail in Jiaoxi

Mt. Longludi Ridge Hike to St. Marian Hiking Trail

Discover the Delights of Matcha Mountains: St. Marian Hiking Trail and Mt. Sanjiaolun in Jiaoxi Yilan

St. Marian Hiking Trail

Kaohsiung Nature and History Series: Discover the Rich History of Old Fongshan City and Turtle Mountain in Zuoying

Kaohsiung Lotus Pond

Kaohsiung Nature and History Series: Banpingshan and Military Dependents' Villages in Zuoying

Kaohsiung Banpingshan

Yangmingshan Series: Miantian Mountain, Xiangtian Mountain, and Xiangtian Crater Pool

Miantianshan Xiangtianshan Yangmingshan

100 Peaks: Hehuanshan Mountains - A Comprehensive Guide with Public Transport and How to Plan Your Trip

Hehuanshan

100 Peaks: Complete Guide of Wuling Quadruple Mountains - Stunning Views, Treacherous Terrains, and Scary Cliff Hike

Wuling Quadruple Mountains

Traditional Route to Angel's Teardrop: Jiaming Lake Trail and 100 Peaks - Mt. Sancha and Mt. Siangyang

Jiaming Lake

Yangmingshan Series: 4+ Routes to Enjoy Views and Sea of Clouds at Mt. Datun Multi-Peak Trail

Datunshan Yangmingshan

Yangmingshan Series: Mt. Qixing - Explore the Highest Peak in Taipei City and Secret Spots

Qixingshan Yangmingshan

Yangmingshan Series: A Complete Guide of Trails at Yangmingshan National Park and Public Transport

Yangmingshan Xiaoyoukeng

A Guide to Applying for Hiking Permits to Trek the Popular High Mountains in Taiwan

How to apply for hiking permits

100 Peaks - the Majestic Mt. Bilu and Mt. Yangtou on the Central Cross-island Highway

Mt. Bilu

Discover the Hidden Gems Beyond Jancing Historic Trail + Taipingshan-Jialuo Lake Trail and More

Jancing Historic Trail

Mt. Shuan and Mt. Lingming: A 100 Peaks Trail Surrounded by Stunning High Mountains in Taiwan

Sunrise near Shuanshan

Yushan: The Ultimate Hiking Guide to Taiwan's Highest Mountain, Unveiling Routes from Easy to Epic!

Beautiful summit views, 100 peaks, Yushan

Update! How Hiking Guides Are Trained in Taiwan

hiking guide training

Navigating Mt. Dabajian: Your Comprehensive Guide to Permits, Public Transport, and Trail Insights

Beautiful summit views, 100 peaks, Mt. Dabajian

Mt. Xinan and Shishan Xiu Lake: A Hike Surrounded by High Mountains and Alpine Lake

Shishan Xiu Hu

Kulu Forest Road, Mt. Dayuan and Dayuan Elementary School: The Less Known Logging History

Dayuanshan and Nanao North River

Gear List for One-day Hikes/Backpacking in Taiwan

Day hike gear list in Taiwan

Wuliaojian: A Heart-Pounding Hike with Stunning Views and How to Get There by Bus

Wuliaojian ridgeline hike in Taiwan

Beidelaman Trail and Mt. Neiniaozui: Taiwan Beech, Giant Trees and Seeing Holy Ridgeline

Echo Valley at Beidelaman Trail

Mt. Dahun and Mt. Lidong: Dancing Lights, Cedar Trees, and A Bloodshed Past

Dahun Mountain and Lidong Fort

Mt. Pingyan and Mt. Duojiatun: A Firebreak Hike Hugged by Mt. Snow and Central Mountain Range

Mt. Pingyan and Duojiatun

Matsu Islands 3: A Relaxing Walk on Matsu' Beigan Island to See Coast and Old Houses at Qinbi Village

Matsu Beigan Island

Matsu Islands 2: Dongju Island, Dongquan Lighthouse, Mysterious Little Bay, and Chipinglong Archaeological Site

Matsu Dongju Island coast

Hidden Trails You Probably Don't Know about on Matsu Islands 1: Nangan Island

Matsu Nangan Island coast

Grand Taipei and Taipei 101 Views from Xiao Baiyue Mt. Dadong in Huilong Shulin

Mt. Dadong, Mt. Datong, Mt. Sanjiaopuding

Stone Lion Mountain, Stone Elephant Mountain, and 100-year-old Sticky Rice Bridge in Keelung

Mt. Shishi and Mt. Shixiang

Yangmingshan Series: River Tracing Trail to Mt. Huangzui and Cuicui Valley and How to Apply for Permits

Mt. Huangzui and Cuicui Valley

Are Sky Lanterns Bad for the Environment? Things You Need to Know about Pingxi Sky Lanterns

sky lantern debris

Sanxia Loop Hike: Mt. Jinminzi and Couhe Rock Formations

Shizhu-Piton

How to Stay Alive and Get Found Soon While Getting Lost on the Trails in Taiwan?

hikers checking ropes

Striking Pitons and Crags in Pingxi: Shizhu Piton and More

Shizhu-Piton

Complete Guide of Wufeng Skyline Hikes: Mt. Egongji and Mt. Niaozui in Hsinchu

Mt. Egongji

Mt. Xiangtianhu, Mt. Guantiangao and More: A Beautiful Ridgeline Hike in Nanzhuang

Mt. Xiangtianhu

100 Peaks: Mt. Jyunda – An Easy High Elevation Hike to Embrace Yushan Mountain Range

100 Peaks: high altitude hike on Mt. Jyunda

Lie Ren Trail aka Hunters Trail in Wangxiang Village

Hunters Trail in Wangxiang Village

San-Yuan Hike: A Pleasant Tung Blossom Trail between Sanyi and Tongluo in Miaoli

Sanyi Tongluo Hike in Miaoli

A Trail Between Shifen and Shuangxi to Mt. Neipinglin with Wonderful Views

A trail between Shihfen and Shuangxi in Taipei

Mt. Meilu, Mt. Gaoyao and Mt. Badaoer: A Hike with Great Views and Wild Orchids in Wulai

Hike to Mt. Meilu, Mt. Gaoyao and Mt. Badaoer in Wulai Taipei

100 Peaks and 100 Km Feat: Stunning Sunrise from Qicai Lake and Sea of Clouds around Mt. Liushun

Mt. Liushun and Qicai Lake

Syakaro Historic Trail: A Hike with History, Suspension Bridges and Fall Foliage

Syakaro Historic Trail

Complete Guide of Mt. Teapot in Jiufen, Plus Mt. Canguanliao, Mt. Banping, and Mt. Nanzilin

Mt. Teapot, Mt Banping and Mt. Canguanliao

100 Peaks: Qilai Nanhua Trail Complete Hiking Guide

100 Peaks: Qilai Nanhua Trail Complete Hiking Guide

(Closed) Shakadang Trail and Xiaozhuilu Trail: Short and Easy Hike in Taroko, Hualien

Shakadang and Xiaozhuilu Trails in Taroko Gorge

(Closed) Zhuilu Old Trail: An Epic Cliff Hike in Taroko Gorge

Zhulu Old Trail in Taroko Gorge

Tonghou Traversing Trail: Discover the True Beauty of Rivers in Taipei

Tonghou Traversing Trail

Puli 6 Beauties Part 2: Mt. Yousheng with 1,500m Ascending and Descending

Puli Six Beauties, Part 2

Puli 6 Beauties Part 1: Big Mt. Souchengda, Mt. Guandao and More

Puli Six Beauties, Part 1

Tonghou River and Mt. Hongludi Hike: The Best Stream Trail to Escape Summer Heat in Taiwan

Beautiful summit views and relaxing river hike

(Closed) Dali Datong Villages: A Hike Worth Doing Every Year in Eastern Taiwan

Epic mountains and valley at Dali and Datong Villages

100 Peaks - Mt. Baigu: Tackling Taiwan's Challenging 'Four Spices' Trail on the Central Cross-island Highway

Rubble rock slope before reaching Mt. Baigu

Mt. Yuan to Daxi: A Ridgeline Hike between Sanxia and Daxi Old Streets

Layers of Mountain near Mt. Yuan

Mt. Wulai to Mt. Datong: A Trail with Wild Orchids and Beautiful Forest near Taipei

Wulai Bridge

Lake Songluo: A Hike to See Beams of Sunlight Chasing Mist in Taiwan

Mountains, sunlight, mist and lake

From Smangus to Qilan: A Trail to See Holy Ridge and More

Mountains and valleys

The Hidden Bitou Cape Trails You Didn't Know About

coastline

ROMA Ridge Hike: A High Elevation Trail to See 100 Peaks and Sea of Clouds in Taiwan

ROMA trail

Climbing Mt. Data: The Sacred Mountain of the Tsao People in Alishan

Mt. Data, Tashan Trail

Tefuye Old Trail and Mt. Zhizhong: Get A Glimpse of the Highest Peak in Northeast Asia

Mt. Zhizhong

Discover the Majestic Peaks of Mt. Keelung: A Comprehensive Hiking Adventure in Jiufen

Mt. Keelung trail