Shen’ao Elephant Trunk Rock — Attraction in New Taipei

Taking local transportation from Taipei to 深澳岬角 wouldn't be a route I suggest to others, as I experienced it for myself. You can get lost and wait a significantly long time for the public transportation to come by. Skip the hassle and either go with a friend, a tour, or rent a vehicle.

As for 深澳岬角 itself, it was absolutely amazing. The formation of the entire area was simply stunning, and the elephant trunk was a delight to see. While there were quite a bit of people, it didn't feel overly packed while I was there. The place felt like a huge playground where you can just run around, climb, and have a grand time.

I really liked how a few of the rocks were formed as if they were chairs. I sat on one of them and it wasn't uncomfortably at all. It looked like a cloud, but in rock format, which was amusing.

This place is definitely something I would recommend for others to check out, as it's...

I came for an elephant 🐘, you offer me a capybara 🤨

Let me explain why 3 stars.

I ask for the admin to update the name of the place ! Indeed, I went there 2 weeks ago, expecting to see an elephant. It happens that last year, the front rocks collapsed. As a consequence, there is no elephant anymore, but they call it now a capybara.

No real path to reach the top. Not a problem for me since I am quite adventurous. But definitely not suited for children.

The scenery is wonderful, but wouldn’t worth to go all that way only for the view though. The small port downhill is very charming.

The place is Not easily accessible by public...

The road leading up to the entrance, you will see the cliff face that looks like an red Indian chief.

The path to the Elephant trunk is slippery and uneven, so wearing comfortable shoes would help.

Do be careful as there are no barriers along the cliff side. Tourists have fallen to their death before.

From Keelung, take bus #1051 or #791 for NT30, near the maritime plaza. Duration is less than an hour. That are not signage so once you alight at Shen 'ao power plant. Cross the road and turn left. Walk about 50 meters and turn right in the road. It takes about 20 minutes to walk to the path leading to...