XiangShan Peak — Attraction in Taipei

Starting from Fengtian Temple and hiking through Hushan, Baoshan, Shishan, and Xiangshan in 1.5 hours is quite a challenging plan. These four peaks are part of the Four Beasts Mountains in Taipei City and are very popular hiking routes. Here is an overview and some recommendations for this journey:

Itinerary Overview Fengtian Temple: Starting point, located in Xinyi District, Taipei City. Hushan (Tiger Mountain): Hushan offers beautiful scenery and gentle trails, making it a good starting point. Baoshan (Leopard Mountain): Next, climb Baoshan, which has relatively short trails. Shishan (Lion Mountain): The trail from Baoshan connects to Shishan, offering pleasant views. Xiangshan (Elephant Mountain): Finally, climb Xiangshan, which has steeper trails but offers the most spectacular views, especially of Taipei City.

Suggested Walking Route From Fengtian Temple to Hushan Trailhead: This section is relatively short, taking about 10-15 minutes to walk. From Hushan to Baoshan: The trail from Hushan to Baoshan is gentle and takes about 20-30 minutes. From Baoshan to Shishan: This section has pleasant views and takes about 15-20 minutes. From Shishan to Xiangshan: The final section is steeper and requires more energy, taking about 30-45 minutes.

Estimated Total Time Total Walking Time: 1.5 hours (90 minutes) Hushan: 10-15 minutes Baoshan: 20-30 minutes Shishan: 15-20 minutes Xiangshan: 30-45 minutes

Recommendations Time Management: Allocate reasonable time for each section according to your walking speed and rest time. Equipment: Bring enough water and lightweight gear to maintain your energy. Safety: Pay attention to weather changes and trail conditions, and ensure your phone is fully charged for emergencies.

This way, you can complete this challenging route within a reasonable time and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Four...

Free to visit but likely week day is best with lesser local crowds and international visitors. It is a steep climb for the physical fit or those whom "can" tolerate such a hike up to the small mount of 184 meters above the sea level. People with cardiovascular and/or respiratory conditions should reconsider this hike. However; there's AED equipment seen on the top of the mount rest area. Weak, elders, and children will have sections of few seats available "in sections" along the hike. Steep, small, and clean nature hike route paved with cobble stones, one way to go up and one way to get down. Be very careful with "all ages". Especially with the small children, do not run, and parents please hold their hands. This is a hiking route with "NO" safety guard rail. I've seen parents frustrated and struggled during the hike. Once you get on the mount top, it's amazing full view to see the entire Taipei skyline, especially on a good sunny day. Bring mosquito repellent, you'll needed it. No trash can seen on this hike, bring your own trash...

A pleasure trail experience to breath and enjoy nature. It took me 1 hour to slowly finish the whole walk. April 7th, 2025.

I recommend to start with the right path (yellow) when you reach the first turn, use the advantage of your full energy for hard steps because the other left path (blue) is easier to walk, and you can enjoy more beautiful sightseeings on the return route.

There are many beautiful flowers, nice leaves, butterflies and bugs, also rarely snails, squirrels and bird.

Enjoy...