Luhuo (Kou) Ping Ancient Trail Introduction
Luhuo (Kuo) Ping Ancient Trail is a passage between a small village on the North Coast and Taipei, serving as a minor mountain crossing route. Entering Kanjiao Village from Wanli through Zhongfu Li, there is a fork where one can climb towards Daping Elementary School. Turning right after following the signs leads to a bus stop, then a left turn will take you to the entrance of Luhuo (Kuo) Ping, surrounded by sweet potato fields. Continuing straight along the small path beside the ditch, visitors will encounter several old houses, soon reaching a Hui'an Temple. This area falls under the jurisdiction of Yangmingshan National Park, where the trail along the water ditch features babbling streams and picturesque landscapes filled with cypress trees, making it an ideal spot for a forest bath. Proceeding straight ahead leads to another fork: the upward path leads to Luhuo (Kuo) Ping's summit, which is steep and almost 70 degrees; although one can climb using tree branches and ropes, it is not advisable for those lacking stamina. Alternatively, continuing along another route leads to Upper Luhuo (Kuo), where terraced fields, bordered by stone walls, beautifully blanket the area, though they are currently not cultivated. The landscape is lush and the trail is relatively flat. At the summit of Luhuo (Kuo) Ping, surrounded by mountains and various shrubs and flowers, lies a lawn resembling a golf course, with mist floating over, presenting a breathtaking view. The trail features terraced grasslands that reflect the northern countryside look, primarily serving as grazing grounds for cattle, and also offers a convenient route from Kanjiao to Dalingding and Taipei. Along the ancient trail, one can see long cattle dams in the woods, extending for dozens of meters, connecting to Huangwei Main Ridge, with Qingtenggang on the left. This ancient trail is within an ecological protection area, and visitors must apply in advance to the National Park Management Office for entry.
