NEW TRAIL GUIDE: Mount Donyan (東眼山)

This beautiful trail in Taoyuan’s Fuxing District takes you up to the summit of Mount Dongyan via some incredibly pretty forest footpaths.

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🧭 A little under 4km.

🕒 2½ to 3½ hours. I spent a little over three hours on this trail, but stopped quite a lot to enjoy the quiet.

🚶‍♀️3/10 difficulty level for regular Taiwan hiker. Some elevation gain, but getting to the park will be the biggest hurdle for most people.

🚶‍♀️4-5/10 difficulty level for a new Taiwan hiker. For elevation gain, uneven (sometimes slippery surfaces), and the challenge of making your way to the park.

⛰ Almost 300 metres.

💦 I was fine with just 0.5L on a cool autumn day. There’s a hot and cold water dispenser at the starting/ending point of the trail, so it’s easy to top up is if you run out.

☀️ This walk is shaded more or less from start to finish.

☎️ Mobile coverage here is pretty clear the whole way.

🥰 As well being able to tick one of the Xiao Bai Yue off of your list, this is a lovely walk in its own right. Even if you don’t get to enjoy the view at the top, the forest scenery is top-class.

🧣It’s worth noting that due to its elevation, the weather in the park is generally quite a bit cooler than the weather in the cities. Check the local forecast before you go and plan accordingly.

📄 No permit required, but there is an entry fee to visit the park.

🚌This route is accessible by public transport. (Details included in the full blog.)

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