Best trails in Yushan National Park
Yushan National Park is Taiwan's largest national park and contains the summit Yushan, the highest peak located in the park. This park encompasses sections of the Central Mountain Range and accommodates over thirty peaks! Compared to other national parks, Yushan is not as heavily visited but still does garner a lot of visitors and attention.
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•Hard
•4.8 mi
This trail follows a gradual but inclining slope along the side of the mountain. Hikers will cross dozens of wooden bridges and catwalks that span steep ravines and cliff faces. The route passes through a serene and beautiful sub-alpine forest of Taiwan Hemlock, fir, and rhododendron, with views that open up as the altitude increases.
The Paiyun Lodge serves as the essential high-altitude base camp where all hikers stay overnight to rest and prepare for their pre-dawn summit attempt.
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•Hard
•15.5 mi
Peak bag the highest mountain (3,952 m / 12,966 ft.) in Taiwan, also known as one of the "Asian Triologies."
Yushan is located in central Taiwan and is the highest mountain in Taiwan and the fourth highest mountain on the island. Yushan is not only popular among Taiwanese hikers. Many international peak baggers also summit it together with Mount Kinabalu in Malaysia and Mount Fuji in Japan to collect the special "Asian Trilogy" experience.
To summit Yushan, you must attain a permit from...
(56)
•Hard
•5.1 mi
The Yushan Main Trail consists of a long, steady ascent involving some rocky, exposed path and a famous scramble along a narrow ridge using fixed chains for safety.
At the summit, hikers can catch a spectacular sunrise with views across the entire Central Mountain Range. The North Peak offers the most iconic photograph of the central peak.
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•Hard
•2.8 mi
•Est. 1.5–2 hr
The Walami Trail follows a gentle river valley deep into the eastern side of Yushan National Park. It follows the path of the former Batongguan Traversing Route, built during the Japanese era, and is renowned for its lush subtropical rainforest, numerous suspension bridges, and rich biodiversity.
This well-maintained, wide path has a gentle gradient and takes hikers across several scenic suspension bridges and past the beautiful Shanfeng Waterfall.
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•Moderate
•7.2 mi
•Est. 4.5–5 hr
The Linzhi Mountain Trail is known for its well-maintained paths and a mix of gentle slopes and steeper sections. The trail offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, including the majestic peaks of the Yushan mountain range.
The environment along the trail is diverse, transitioning through pine forests with Taiwan red pines and Armand pines, and sections covered in arrow bamboo. Visitors can also spot various wildlife, including sightings of Eurasian nutcrackers,...
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•Hard
•2.6 mi
•Est. 3–3.5 hr
Taguan Shan/ Taguan Mountain/ Mount Taguan (塔關山) is a popular mountain peak in Yushan National Park. This mountain is accessible via the highway of Southern Cross-Island Highway. Due to its location, along with three other peaks (Guanshanling, Guanshan, Kuhanuosin), they're known as the “Southern Cross-Island F4.” The route to the peak is steep and should not be done during bad weather. Taguanshan is one of the shorter trails, however a permit is required to hike the mountain. Visitors can...
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Yushan National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Yushan National Park is Paiyun Lodge via Yushan Trailhead, which has a 4.8 star rating from 180 reviews. This trail is 4.8 mi long with an elevation gain of 3,024 ft.
What is the longest trail in Yushan National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Yushan National Park is Yushan. This trail is estimated to be 15.5 mi long.
How many trails are in Yushan National Park?
There are 11 trails in Yushan National Park. These trails have an average 4.7-star rating from 574 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Yushan National Park?
If you're looking for elevation gain, Yushan National Park has you covered. Yushan boasts the most elevation gain with 6,292 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Paiyun Lodge via Yushan Trailhead, which will get you 3,024 ft of elevation gain.
Are there camping trails available in Yushan National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 3 camping trails in Yushan National Park and the most popular is Paiyun Lodge via Yushan Trailhead with an average 4.8 star rating from 180 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Yushan National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 biking trail in Yushan National Park which is Linzhi Mountain Trail with an average 4.7 star rating from 38 community reviews.
Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Yushan National Park?
Yes, there are 6 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Yushan National Park, including Yushan, Yushan Main Trail and North Peak, Yushan Front Peak, Linzhi Mountain Trail, and Taguanshan.
Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Yushan National Park?
Yes, there are 6 trails with scenic viewpoints in Yushan National Park, including Yushan Front Peak, Walami Trail, Linzhi Mountain Trail, Walami Short Trail, and Dongbu Shan.
Are there any trails with lakes in Yushan National Park?
Yes, there is one trail with a lake in Yushan National Park: Zhongzhiguan Trail.
Are there any trails with cliffs in Yushan National Park?
Yes, there are 2 trails with cliffs in Yushan National Park, including Walami Trail and Yunlong Waterfall.
Are there any trails with historical ruins in Yushan National Park?
Yes, there are 4 trails with historical ruins in Yushan National Park, including Walami Trail, Taguanshan, Walami Short Trail, and Zhongzhiguan Trail.
Are there any trails with waterfalls in Yushan National Park?
Yes, there are 3 trails with waterfalls in Yushan National Park, including Walami Trail, Yunlong Waterfall, and Walami Short Trail.