Furen Mountain Trail Introduction
Are you yearning for a primitive natural forest adventure? Do you want to plan an easy hiking itinerary suitable for both adults and children? The Furen Mountain Trail, located between Laozhuang Road and Yangshing Golf Course in Yangmei, is the perfect destination! This narrow hilly area was once a military control zone and opened up after the lifting of martial law in 1949. Many hikers have since established trails, gradually making this place a popular hiking spot. The trailhead on Furen Road features a large map showing the elevation, as well as offering trekking poles for hikers to use. The elevation along the trail is mostly between 240 and 360 meters, with the ridge approaching 600 meters, which provides a gentle gradient. The total length of the outer loop is approximately 6 kilometers, connecting the first mountain, the second mountain, and the golf course. There are three main paths in the area, with the upper path adjacent to Yangshing Golf Course and the lower path closer to Laozhuang Street, while multiple side paths crisscross in between. The forest scenery along the way is relatively uniform, creating a sense of walking through a wild maze, which is quite enjoyable. First-time hikers are recommended to stick to the main path, going left and coming back right, or vice versa, with a total hiking time of about 2 hours. Compared to many hiking trails paved with concrete stairs, walking on the dirt paths of Furen Mountain Trail is much closer to nature. Certain steep sections are equipped with ropes, and there are steps made of wooden planks, pebbles, and discarded tires. Due to years of access restriction, the trail has retained its most pristine mountain scenery; acacia, camphor, cedar, and tung trees tower overhead, allowing hikers to traverse under shady greenery while feeling the gentle breeze and breathing in the refreshing air filled with phytoncides. Occasionally, butterflies flutter and large earthworms appear, adding delightful surprises to the memories of the journey.
