Taiwan · Trekking

6-Hour Yangmingshan National Park Trek with Qingtiangang and Xiaoyoukeng

6 Hours Round trip from Taiwan Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Trek across Qingtiangang, a lava terrace formed by the eruption of Mt. Zhugao
02 See cattle grazing on the massive green grassland surrounding Qingtiangang
03 Experience Xiaoyoukeng's volcanic terrain with sulfur, fumaroles, sulfur crystals, and hot springs
04 Take in the mountainous landscape near Taipei, including views of Mt. Cising

Spend 6 hours away from the city exploring Yangmingshan National Park, one of Taiwan's nine national parks, located between Taipei and New Taipei City. Hike through Qingtiangang and Xiaoyoukeng while keeping an eye out for the native animals, birds, flora, and fauna that thrive in the park. Along the way, experience volcanic landscapes, sweeping grasslands, and mountain scenery near Taipei.

Smell sulfur and see fumaroles, sulfur crystals, hot springs, and spectacular landslide terrain on the way to Xiaoyoukeng.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Taipei, Yangmingshan

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Yangmingshan National Park Hike to Qingtiangang and Xiaoyoukeng

Pick up from the hotel at 7:00 am and arrive at the incredible Yangmingshan National Park.
Trek to Qingtiangang, a lava terrace formed from the lava of Mt. Zhugao after its eruption.
See cattle chewing the grass on the massive green grassland around this lava terrace.
Head to Xiaoyoukeng by shuttle bus.
Smell sulfur and see fumaroles, sulfur crystals, hot springs, and spectacular landslide terrain on the way to Xiaoyoukeng.
Discover the entire mountainous landscape nearby, including Taipei's highest peak, Mt. Cising.

Return to the hotel.

The route