Dakeng No. 1 Trail

Taichung Attractions

大坑登山一號步道

Dakeng No. 1 Trail is the northernmost hiking trail of Touqian Mountain. The first half of the trail consists of a mix of stone slabs and cement paths, winding through a lush forest that provides shelter from the sun. The elevation ranges from 433 to 705 meters, making it a fitness training ground that combines the flavor of the wilderness with the characteristics of the terrain, suitable for family outings, group competitions, and individual fitness training activities. During the transition from spring to summer, visitors can also enjoy the beautiful scenery of the blossoming Tung flowers and the ground covered in falling petals.

Address：Bantuan Road, Lienkeng Lane, Beitun District, Taichung City 406

Dakeng No. 1 Trail Introduction

Dakeng Scenic Area – Mountain Trail Guide Dakeng Scenic Area is an important leisure place for the citizens of Taichung to find solace, a spot for hikers to enjoy nature and exercise, and a popular tourist destination in central Taiwan. On both regular days and holidays, it is common to see groups of friends, families, and couples enjoying the scenery, making it a shared backyard for the people of Taichung. The most notable features of this area are the 14 mountain trails. Trails No. 1 to 8 were opened in the early 1980s, constructed based on the natural terrain of Dakeng Mountain and streams, with the highest point being Toukheng Mountain at 859 meters above sea level. Trail No. 9 was opened in December 2005, Trail No. 10 was completed in March 2008, and Trail 9-1 was finished in November 2013. Trail No. 1 has a length of approximately 1.6 kilometers, with sections classified as higher-intensity mountain trails; please assess your physical condition before heading up. Trailhead: Turn right onto Zhuoshui Lane after about 6 kilometers on Dongshan Road. Features: This trail is located in a forest area, passing through orchards, bamboo forests, and crossing two valleys, with a mountain-back humid climate conducive to a variety of fern species and rich primitive natural ecological resources. Emergency Contact Information for Dakeng Scenic Area: Dongshan Police Station: No. 30, Section 2, Dongshan Road, TEL: 04-22392713 Taichung City Rescue Association: No. 151-2, Section 2, Dongshan Road, TEL: 04-22110022 Camping Related Inquiries: Zhongzheng Campsite TEL: 04-22390685

Sports and Fitness

Dakeng No. 1 Trail Travel Information

Address：Bantuan Road, Lienkeng Lane, Beitun District, Taichung City 406

Transportation Methods：Taichung Bus (Taichung Station 04-22224102): Routes 15, 16 (Board at Green River East Station) also reach Chung Tai University; additionally, you can take Route 66 from the Jingbu Store Parking Lot at the intersection of Dongshan Road and Songzhu Road (Route 66 will circle within Dakeng). 2. Renyou Bus (04-22255166): Routes 1, 20, 21, 31 (Board at Green River East Station, recommended to take Renyou as there are more buses). 3. Fengyuan Bus (Taichung North Station 04-22223435): Bus routes to Zhongxingling, XinShe, and Dongshi directions...

Remarks：1. It is recommended that the elderly and those with high blood pressure refrain from climbing Dakeng Trails No. 1 to No. 5 and Trail No. 5-1. 2. Trail No. 4 of Dakeng has a significant drop, with a section that includes a vertical steep slope of 300 meters. 3. Generally, Dakeng Trails No. 6, 7, 8, 9, and 9-1 are more suitable for both men and women...

Other Nearby Attractions： Dakeng No. 1 Trail Fitness Training Area 、 Dakeng No. 2 Trail (Closed) 、 Dakeng No. 3 Trail (Closed) 、 Dakeng No. 4 Trail (Closed) 、 Shenghe Mushroom Farm 、 Xinshe Shopping District 、 Xinshe Star Wish Purple Windmill 、 Hione World 、 Xinshe Flower Sea (Second Farm of the Agriculture and Food Agency Seed Improvement and Propagation Station) 、 Malipú Leisure Agricultural Area

Nearby Cuisine： Dragon's Residence Native Chicken City 、 Mushroom God Scenic Complex Restaurant 、 Another Smoke from the Cooking Pot 、 Hione World 、 Zhenhua Mushroom Specialty Restaurant 、 A-Liang Mushroom Garden 、 Gu Ming Chicken City 、 Pear Cafe - Chongde Branch 、 DK9 Dakeng No.9 、 Princess Annie Garden