Qiaodong Waterfall Introduction
Qidong Waterfall, located in the Qidongjiao area of Xizhi District, New Taipei City, is hidden in the valley behind Dajianshan. It is the largest waterfall in the Dajianshan area, about four to five stories high, cascading in multiple tiers into a pool at the bottom. It's hard to imagine that such a scale of waterfall exists in such low hills. Qidong Waterfall can be accessed from Fuxi Villa or by walking along the Qidong Ancient Trail, with the soothing sound of the flowing creek accompanying the journey. Next to the waterfall, there are steep rock walls and nearby in the forest are stone tables and chairs, where one can sit and listen to the sounds of the waterfall while enjoying the beauty of the mountains and forests. The Qidong Ancient Trail was once a route for local residents to travel to Shiding. Entering through the Qidong Waterfall Trail and following the stone steps, it takes only 5 minutes to reach the five-story-high Qidong Waterfall, where the cascading water flows into the pool below, which is wide and flat. One can sit and listen to the sounds of the waterfall while enjoying the splashes of water, immersed in negative ions and phytoncides. Continuing along the winding Qidong Valley, the gentle sound of the creek accompanies you, with moss-covered old stones, simplicity, and tranquility. Along the way, you'll find elegantly shaped nanmu trees, a Dadi Gong temple, and remnants of abandoned stone houses left by pioneers, showcasing both cultural features and natural beauty.
