Yang Chou Keng Trail — Attraction in Taoyuan City

The Yang Chou Keng Trail, tucked away in the hidden side of Taoyuan, Taiwan, offers a refreshing escape into nature, far from the fast-paced city life. As you walk through this serene path, the beauty of the untouched wilderness surrounds you, making you realize what we often miss while living in urban environments.

The trail is known for the beetle bug, a fascinating creature that appears in May, though we missed the chance to see them this time. Near the trail, you’ll find one of Taoyuan’s oldest churches, a quiet reminder of the area’s rich history. In our constant race against time, we often overlook these simple yet profound adventures. Let’s take a moment to pause, reconnect with nature, and let its healing power rejuvenate our...

Wonderful public resource. However, any good resource, if not cared for by all, can become wasted. I often bring a bag to pickup trash while I hike the trails. I've only seen this elderly do the same. As a nonresident, I've also wondered the lack of courtesy displayed while hiking -- Taiwanese ppl seem to be entitlement to take up the whole trail while hiking. There is a complete disregard for their surroundings. I digress. The round trip trail length is roughly 3 mi. There are no restrooms or water fountains. There is a side trail to take u to a temple. Enjoy the hike and please leave the trail cleaner than...

Hiking trail in Nankang, Taoyuan where you can appreciate the Tung blossom（桐花） every April and May. Besides, you can overlook the scenery of Taoyuan on the observatory. Not easy to park nearby, so it’s recommended that you park your car in Nankang and walk to the entrance for 5...