Da Keng No. 2 Trail

Taichung Attractions

大坑2號登山步道

The elevation of Trail No. 2 ranges from 478 to 695 meters. There are two segments with steep slopes of about 60 degrees, which require the use of ropes and wooden ladders for careful climbing, posing a significant challenge to hikers' strength and stamina. The latter part of the trail is relatively gentle, and the winding path allows you to reach the junction with Trail No. 5 in about 1.5 hours.

Address：Qingshui Lane and Lian Keng Lane Intersection, Beitun District, Taichung City 406

Da Keng No. 2 Trail Introduction

Dakeng Scenic Area - Hiking Trail Guide Dakeng Scenic Area is an important leisure place for the citizens of Taichung, a site for hikers to exercise, and a popular tourist attraction in central Taiwan. It is common to see fellow enthusiasts and families enjoying their time together on regular days or holidays, making it a shared backyard for the people of Taichung. The most distinctive feature of this area is its 14 hiking trails, with Trails 1 to 8 opened in the early 1980s, constructed according to the natural terrain of interspersed mountains and streams, with the highest peak being Touke Mountain at an elevation of 859 meters. Trail 9 was opened in December 2005, Trail 10 was completed in March 2008, and Trail 9-1 was completed in November 2013. Trail 2 has a length of about 1.2 kilometers and is suitable for experienced hikers who enjoy challenges. The trailhead is at Parking Lot 2, which can be reached by turning right onto Qing Shui Lane from Dongshan Road and traveling about 5 kilometers. Features: This trail includes two sections of wooden plank paths with relatively high difficulty, both of which are steep slopes of nearly 60 degrees, making them challenging to climb. Dakeng Scenic Area Emergency Response: Eastern Mountain 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 Camping Area, TEL: 04-22390685

Sports and Fitness

Da Keng No. 2 Trail Travel Information

Address：Qingshui Lane and Lian Keng Lane Intersection, Beitun District, Taichung City 406

Transportation Methods：Taichung Bus (Taichung Station 04-22224102): Routes 15, 16 (boarding at Luchuan East Station) also reach Chung Tai University; additionally, you can take Route 66 (which will circle around Daken) from the Jingbuku Parking Lot at the intersection of Dongshan Road and Songzhu Road. 2. Renyou Bus (04-22255166): Routes 1, 20, 21, 31 (boarding at Luchuan East Station, suggesting Renyou due to more frequent service). 3. Fengyuan Bus (Taichung North Station 04-22223435): Bus routes toward Zhongxingling, Xinshe, Dongshi, etc.

Remarks：1. It is recommended that the elderly and those with high blood pressure avoid climbing the Dakeng Trails 1 to 5 and Trail 5-1. 2. The Dake 4 Trail has a significant drop, featuring a 300-meter vertical steep slope. 3. Generally speaking, Dake Trails 6, 7, 8, 9, and Trail 9-1 are more suitable for both men and women...

Other Nearby Attractions： Dakeng No. 3 Trail 、 Dakeng No. 1 Trail Fitness Training Area 、 Dakeng No. 1 Trail 、 Dakeng No. 4 Trail 、 Dakeng No. 5 and No. 5-1 Trails 、 Chiang Ching Camping Area 、 Shenghe Mushroom Farm 、 Xinshe Shopping District 、 Xinshe Star Wish Purple Windmill 、 Hione World

Nearby Cuisine： Mushroom God Viewpoint Dining 、 Dragon's Residence Native Chicken City 、 Zhenhua Mushroom Specialty Restaurant 、 Ah Liang Mushroom Garden 、 Again a Wisp of Smoke 、 Hione World 、 Gu Ming Chicken City 、 Pear Cafe - Chongde Store 、 DK9 Dakeng No. 9 、 Annie's Garden