[2025 Taichung Attraction] Travel Guide for Yuanzui Mountain Trailhead (Updated Jul)

Yuan Zui Mountain, located in Heping District, Taichung, is a highly popular mid-level mountain in central Taiwan. A hike here offers a mix of gentle forest trails and thrilling high cliffs. Thanks to its high cost-performance ratio, it can get as bustling as Ximending on weekends. Is the breathtaking view at the summit a matter of luck or personal effort? This time, the weather was shrouded in white mist, obscuring the distant mountains. The rock climbing sections along the way were enveloped in a white wall of fog, reducing the fear factor of scaling steep cliffs. The mist along the trail floated like a light veil, creating a dreamlike atmosphere for the climb. Luckily, at a popular photo spot, we caught a fleeting moment of blue sky as the clouds parted, offering a glimpse of sunshine.

This challenge to Mount Yuanzui was an exciting and fulfilling mountaineering experience. Although Yuanzui Mountain is not very high (only 2,180 meters above sea level), it is known as the "Taiwan version of Jianfeng" because of its steep rock ridges and climbing sections. It is a test of physical and mental strength for climbers. Along the way, the first half is a gentler forest trail. Along the way, you can hear the sound of birds singing and the breeze blowing the leaves, and the air is fresh and pleasant. But the real challenge began in the second half - you need to use your hands and feet to climb the steep rock walls. Many sections even require the use of ropes and chains to climb up. Every step must be taken carefully, as there are steep cliffs under your feet, which makes your heart beat faster. After reaching the top, overlooking the magnificent view of the mountains and sea of ​​clouds, all the hard work just now instantly became worth it. Standing on the top of the mountain, I feel the satisfaction of conquering myself and also realize the grandeur and incomparable charm of nature. This trip to Yuanzui Mountain is not only a physical challenge, but also a spiritual cleansing, which makes people cherish the present more and look forward to the next adventure!

📍Address: Search for the trailhead of Yuanzui Mountain in Taichung 🕰️Business hours: Day or night, but it is recommended to get up early to climb. It is easy to get foggy in the mountains in the afternoon, so friends who go down the mountain late at night should remember to bring a headlamp 💞Recommendation reason: People who like adventure and mountaineering trips that use both hands and feet can come and play. It takes about three hours and you don’t need to carry heavy equipment. You can just enjoy the fun of the mountain climbing challenge!