Best trails in Meiji no Mori Takao Quasi-National Park
Designated a quasi-national park in 1967, it covers Mount Takao, parts of Machida City and the surrounding area. With an area of 770 hectares, it is said to be the smallest quasi-national park in Japan. Part of it overlaps with the Tokyo Metropolitan Takao Jinba Natural Park, and rich natural forests of fir, oak, red pine and beech remain. A wide variety of wildlife inhabits this area.
Meiji no Mori Takao Quasi-National Park is also the starting point of the Tokai Nature Trail and the Kanto Fureai no Michi, where you can go hiking or trekking to admire the magnificent surrounding mountains and Mount Fuji. If you are interested in the history of the area, be sure to visit Yakuoin Temple on the mountainside of Mount Takao. Many traditional festivals are held here throughout the year.
Top trails
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(259)
•Moderate
•4.4 mi
•Est. 2h 38m
Mount Takao: Trail 6 (高尾山: 6号路)
This route will take you to Mount Takao (also known as Takaosan. Mount Takao Route 6 has several attractions such as Iwaya Daishi, Biwataki Waterfall (a very famous spot), and Oyama Bridge. From the top of the mountain, you can enjoy the outstanding views of Mount Fuji and the mountains of Tanzawa.
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(236)
•Moderate
•2.0 mi
•Est. 1h 16m
Mount Takao: Inariyama Trail (高尾山: 稲荷山コース)
Mount Takao has various hiking trails, including the "Mount Takao six nature and hiking trails".
This course takes you along a ridge on the south side of Mount Takao. It used to be a path for forestry. Although the section from the start point to the resting hut in the middle of the course is steep, the rest of the route to the summit is relatively gentle.
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(209)
•Moderate
•4.2 mi
•Est. 2h 37m
Mount Takao: Trail 6 - Trail 4 (高尾山: 6号路 - 4号路)
Mount Takao is also called Takaosan (高尾山). It is one of the closest mountains and recreation areas near Tokyo. Takaosan offers many hiking trails, stunning views, and temples. Yakuoin is a temple you can visit here. Located near the mountain summit, one can pray to the Shinto-Buddhist mountain gods (tengu) for good fortune.
This course takes you on Trail 6 and Trail 4 of Mount Takao Nature Research Trails.
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(138)
•Moderate
•7.0 mi
•Est. 4h 20m
Mount Takao - Mount Kobotoke Shiroyama Loop (高尾山 - 小仏城山ループ)
This trail takes you to Mount Takao and Mount Kobotoke Shiroyama through several sights, such as Biwataki Waterfalls and Yakuo-in Temple. From the summits, you can see the superb Mount Fuji and Tanzawa Mountains.
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(34)
•Moderate
•0.9 mi
•Est. 32m
Mount Takao: Trail 4 (高尾山: 4号路)
Mount Takao has various hiking trails, including the Mount Takao six nature and hiking trails.
Trail 4 starts from the Jyoshin-mon Gate, follows the northern slope of Mount Takao. Since the suspension bridge is on the trail, it is a popular route.
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(53)
•Hard
•6.7 mi
•Est. 4h 22m
Kobotoke - Mount Shiroyama - Mount Takao (小仏バス停 - 城山 - 高尾山)
Kobotoke Pass is located between "Kobotoke Castle Mountain" and "Kagenobuyama", and in the olden days, people came and went over this Kobotoke Pass. On the Kyu Koshu Kaido, there is the "Kobotokeseki" that was used until the Edo period, and there is also a monument when the Emperor Meiji was pilgrimaged to this pass, and it is a place where you can feel the history. However, the development of roads has changed the flow of people,...
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(51)
•Hard
•11.6 mi
•Est. 6h 47m
Kanto Fureai no Michi Trail: No.2 The Bird Trail (Tori no michi) (関東ふれあいの道: No.2 鳥のみち)
Kanto Fureai no Michi (Kanto Friendship Trail) is a long-distance hiking course that passes through seven prefectures in the Kanto area (Tokyo, Saitama, Gunma, Tochigi, Ibaraki, Chiba, and Kanagawa).
The Bird Trail (Tori no michi) starts from Takaosanguchi Station, leads you through various mountains in Okutama, and ends at the Jinbakougenshita Bus stop. Hikers can enjoy the spectacular views of Mt....
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Meiji no Mori Takao Quasi-National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Meiji no Mori Takao Quasi-National Park is Mount Takao: Trail 6, which has a 4.6 star rating from 259 reviews. This trail is 4.4 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,309 ft.
What is the longest trail in Meiji no Mori Takao Quasi-National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Meiji no Mori Takao Quasi-National Park is Takao Station - Mount Jinba - Yuyake Koyake Fureainosato Loop. This trail is estimated to be 18.3 mi long.
How many trails are in Meiji no Mori Takao Quasi-National Park?
There are 48 trails in Meiji no Mori Takao Quasi-National Park. These trails have an average 4.4-star rating from 1,707 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Meiji no Mori Takao Quasi-National Park?
If you're looking for elevation gain, Meiji no Mori Takao Quasi-National Park has you covered. Takao Station - Mount Jinba - Yuyake Koyake Fureainosato Loop boasts the most elevation gain with 3,631 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Kanto Fureai no Michi Trail: No.2 The Bird Trail (Tori no michi), which will get you 3,500 ft of elevation gain.
Are there camping trails available in Meiji no Mori Takao Quasi-National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 14 camping trails in Meiji no Mori Takao Quasi-National Park and the most popular is Kanto Fureai no Michi Trail: No.2 The Bird Trail (Tori no michi) with an average 4.6 star rating from 51 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in Meiji no Mori Takao Quasi-National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 9 running trails in Meiji no Mori Takao Quasi-National Park and the most popular is Mount Takao: Trail 6 - Trail 4 with an average 4.6 star rating from 209 community reviews.