Standing tall at 3,952m, Jade Mountain Main Peak (玉山), (aka Yushan Main Peak) is not only the tallest mountain in Taiwan, but also East Asia. Ingrained in Taiwanese popular consciousness and culture, this peak is the crown jewel of mountains in Taiwan and for many, a life-long goal to climb. Despite being the highest mountainContinue reading “#001 – Yushan Main Peak (玉山) – 3,952m”
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#006: Tatajia (塔塔加)
Tatajia (塔塔加) is listed as #006 of the Top 100 Cycling Climbs of Taiwan. Cyclists will ride into the heart of Taiwan within Nantou County (南投縣) and Yushan National Park (玉山國家公園).
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Conquering the KOM aka Wuling (武陵) – Taiwan’s Top Climb
The world-famous Taiwan KOM, aka Wuling (武陵) is listed as #001 of the Top 100 Cycling Climbs of Taiwan.
Truly a sea-to-sky cycling experience those riding Taiwan’s KOM will ride exclusively within Hualien County (花蓮縣) and be treated to jaw-dropping scenery throughout Taroko National Park (太魯閣國家公園) and Taroko Gorge.
#002: Puli to Wuling (埔里-武陵)
Puli to Wuling (埔里-武陵) is listed at #002 of the Top 100 Cycling Climbs of Taiwan. Traversing through both Puli Township (埔里鎮) and Ren’ai Township (仁愛鄉) in Nantou County (南投縣), the Puli to Wuling hill climb offers spectacular views and the fresh mountain air of the Central Mountains in Taiwan.
Hiking Liweishan (李崠山) in Hsinchu
Liweishan (李崠山) is listed as #028 of the Xiao Bai Yue (小百岳). Located in Jianshi Township (尖石鄉) in Hsinchu County (新竹縣), Liweishan is a short out-and-back hike that offers a chance to experience a unique cultural attraction.
Hiking Feifengshan (飛鳳山)
Feifengshan Trail (飛鳳山) is listed at #027 of the Xiao Bai Yue (小百岳). Located in Qionglin Township (芎林鄉) in Hsinchu County (新竹縣), this itinerary takes a 6km looped route that incorporates both the Feifengshan Trail and the Guan Ri Ping Historic Trail (觀日坪古道) and includes climbing three small peaks along the way.
#026: Shibajianshan (十八尖山)
Shibajianshan (十八尖山) is listed at #026 of the Xiao Bai Yue (小百岳). Located in East District (東區) in Hsinchu County (新竹市), this a short hike that is very accessible for young families. Shibajianshan is an easy hike is located right within the suburbs of Hsinchu.
#024: Shimenshan (石門山)
Shimenshan (石門山) is listed at #024 of Taiwan’s Xiao Bai Yue (小百岳).
Located in Longtan District (龍潭區) in Taoyuan (桃園市), Shimenshan is a short and relatively easy hike up one of the few mountain overlooking Taiwan’s Shimen Reservoir.
Hiking Shimenshan (石門山) features a nice natural trail and a few surprises along the way.
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Hiking Shiniushan (石牛山)
Ergeshan (二格山) is listed at #017 of the Xiao Bai Yue (小百岳). Located in Wenshan District (文山區) in Taipei City (台北市), Ergeshan is a fantastic urban mountain hike that offers nearly 360 degrees views of Taipei City and the surrounding mountain areas.
Coastal Cycling: Longmen-Yanliao Bikeway in New Taipei City
Cycling along Taiwan’s 5.4km Longmen-Yanliao (龍門鹽寮自行車道) in northeastern Taiwan is a perfect day trip for families or couples – or anyone else who is looking to explore Taiwan by bike. is a great way to spend a day