Today’s Trekking: Hehuanshan peaks
Hehuanshan is a 3,416 meters high mountain in central Taiwan. The peak lies on the boundaries of Nantou and Hualien counties and is within the Taroko Gorge National Park. Summer is delightfully cool, and highly scenic as different alpine flowers bloom from May to
September. Autumn and spring are wonderful time for hiking and trekking.
Trail 1: Shihmen Mountain trail ( 775m, altitude 3237m, 40 min)
At 3,237 meters, Shihmenshan (Mt. Shihmen) is a high, but accessible climb. The trail from the parking area to the top is relatively flat and takes only about 30 minutes to walk, making it suitable for visitors of all ages. From its position on the crest-line of the Central Range, Shihmenshan provides a sweeping view and is an excellent vantage point from which to watch the sunrise over the alpine landscape.
Trail 2: Hehuan Jian Shan trail ( 505m, altitude 3217m, 45 min round trip)
Trail 3: Hehuan East Peak ( 938m, altitude 3421m, 2 hours round-trip)
The main trail begins right across from the cottage and ascends the north slope of the mountain. There are some steep sections where you have to use your hands, or where hiking poles might come in handy.
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