The history of hiking and mountaineering in Taiwan is long and interesting. The story is one that every mountaineer who treks here will find both interesting and romantic. Whether you’re joining a hiking tour or trekking on your own, Taiwan offers visitors and residents more than just the spectacular adventure.
Category Archives: Bai Yue – 百岳
#100 – Lushan 鹿山 2,981m
Despite being the only Bai Yue under 3,000m, Lushan (鹿山), or “Deer Mountain” is often lamented by hikers as a peak that needs to only be done once.
Mt. Lushan is ranked #100 of Taiwan’s Top 100 Mountains.
#099 – Mt. Liushun 六順山 – 3,009m
Not located on any traditional hiking route, and previously graded at under 3,000m, Mt. Liushun (六順山) was the last mountain to be selected to the list of the Bai Yue.
Mt. Liushun is ranked #99 of Taiwan’s Top 100 Mountains.
#098 – Mt. Bulakesang 布拉克桑山 – 3,021m
Located not far past Jiaming lake, the side trip to Mt. Bulakesang (布拉克桑山) can best be described as mellow and peaceful.
Mt. Bulakesang is ranked #98 of Taiwan’s Top 100 Mountains.
#097 – Mt. Penju 盆駒山 – 3,030m
A side trip from the mighty Mt. Mabolasi, Mt. Penju (盆駒山) is surrounded by lush grass prairies and deer ponds.
Mt. Penju is ranked #97 of Taiwan’s Top 100 Mountains.
#096 – Mt. Yangtou 羊頭山 – 3,033m
Located on a saw-blade shaped ridge deep in the Taroko Gorge, Mt. Yangtou (羊頭山), this “sheep’s head” shaped mountain is the birthplace of Taiwan’s Bai Yue.
Mt. Yangtou is ranked #96 of Taiwan’s Top 100 Mountains.
#095 – Mt. Guangtou 光頭山 – 3,060m
Mt. Guangtou (光頭山) is located on the North Third Section of Taiwan’s Central Mountain Range (北三段), also known as the Nenggao Andongjun Route (能高安東軍).
Mt. Guangtou is ranked #95 of Taiwan’s Top 100 Mountains.
#094 – Mt. Andongjun 安東軍山 – 3,066m
Mt. Andongjun (安東軍山) is located on the North Third Section of Taiwan’s Central Mountain Range (北三段), also known as the Nenggao Andongjun Route (能高安東軍).
Mt. Andongjun is ranked #94 of Taiwan’s Top 100 Mountains.
#093 – Mt. Tafen 塔芬山 – 3,070m
With its pyramidical, cone-shaped peak and eponymous pond, Mt. Tafen (塔芬山) is one of the most famous peaks on the South Second Section (南二段).
Mt. Tafen is ranked #93 of Taiwan’s Top 100 Mountains.
#092 – Mt. Liwuzhu 立霧主山 – 3,071m
Mt. Liwuzhu (立霧主山) at 3,701m and on the Qilai East Route, is notable for the marble campsite located just below the peak.
Mt. Liwuzhu is ranked #92 of Taiwan’s Top 100 Mountains.