Dakeng Trail No. 10
Introduction
Location
Beitun District
Difficulty Level
Recreational
Length of route
1.2km
Duration
1hours
Height above sea level
170~320m
Calories burnt
320kcal
Route highlights
Starting Point：Jingpu Road Ending Point：Dakeng Trail No. 6
Dakeng Trail No. 10 is 1.2 kilometers in length at an elevation between 170 and 320 meters. It connects with Trail No. 9, forming a circular trail. Visitors can enjoy different scenery along the way. From Guanyin Pavilion, it also connects to Trail No. 6, forming a trail network suitable for a whole-day trip.
The 360-degree double-deck viewing platform, overlooks Taichung City, while visitors relax under the shades, and share the cool mountain breeze with family and friends.
Pre-trip preparation
It is recommended to bring drinking water in personal bottles.
Visitors are recommended to wear footwear, clothing, and hats suitable for hiking.
There are mosquitoes and other insects in the mountains. It is recommended to wear light-colored, long-sleeved shirts and pants. Apply insect repellent as needed.
Suitable for
Parent-child
Couple
Friends
Elderly
Hiker
Highlight category
Magnificent mountain views, suitable for photo taking and social media check-ins. There are many lookouts and pavilions along the way, with great views around, where visitors can have tea, chat, and relax.
Services
Parking
Toilets
Bike rental station
Information
Vistor tips
The 360-degree open-air lookout platform is the special feature of the trail. Visitors can relax and enjoy the panoramic view of the surrounding mountains here.
There is a weekend farmer's market near the trail entrance selling fresh and delicious local produce.
Visitors taking Dakeng Trail No. 10 into the mountain can choose to take Dakeng Trail No. 9 or No. 9-1 for the return trip, so as to enjoy different scenery of the Dakeng mountain.
Notice
Dakeng Trails No. 6, 7, 8, 9, and 9-1 are suitable for people of all ages, while Trails No. 1 to 5 and No. 5-1 are more challenging and suitable for experienced hikers only. Dakeng Trails No. 1 to 5, 5-1, and 10 are featured by steep slopes, not recommended for people with heart disease or in poor physical conditions.
Please take away the garbage you produced along the trail.
Do not feed or disturb wild animals.
Do not build a fire, barbecue, or use gas stoves in the mountains.
To avoid bee stinging, please do not make noise or disturb the bees when you see them. Hikers are advised not to wear perfume or clothes in bright colors. The rule of thumb is, always keeping distance from the bees.