Duhuo (Cave) Ping Ancient Trail Introduction
The Luhuo (Kou) Ping Ancient Trail is a pathway that connects a small village on the North Coast with Taipei, serving as a minor mountain trail. Entering from Wanli through Zhongfu Village, there is a fork in the road where you can climb towards Daping Elementary School. After turning right following the signs, you will encounter a bus stop; turn left to reach the entrance of Luhuo (Kou) Ping, surrounded by sweet potato fields. Proceed straight along the small path beside the irrigation ditch, passing by a few old houses until you reach a Tudi Gong temple, marking the boundary of Yangmingshan National Park. Following the small path beside the waterway, you will hear the sound of flowing streams, and the sight of cedar trees, making it an excellent spot for a forest bath. Continuing straight ahead, you will see a fork; heading up leads to Luhuo (Kou) Ping, where you can reach the summit, though the trail can be steep and close to a 70-degree incline. While it is possible to climb using tree branches and ropes, it is not recommended for those lacking stamina. Alternatively, if you take another route, you will head towards the upper part of Luhuo (Kou). Here, terraced fields are bordered by stone walls, although they are currently non-cultivated, creating a lush green landscape and scenic views, with the ancient trail being relatively flat. The top of Luhuo (Kou) Ping is surrounded by mountains and various shrubbery and flowers, with a grassy slope resembling a golf course. The misty clouds enhance the beautiful scenery, and the path exhibits terraced grasslands reminiscent of northern plains, primarily used for cattle grazing and also serves as a convenient route for Kanjiao towards Dalingding and Taipei. Along the ancient trail, one can see a long cow dike that extends several dozen meters, connecting to the Huangzui main ridge, while the left leads to Qingtian Ridge. This ancient trail is located within an ecological protection area, and visitors are required to apply for permission from the national park management office in advance.
