Dakeng Trail No. 5 and No. 5-1

Taichung Attractions

大坑五號登山步道-登山美景

The 5th Trail runs vertically from north to south along the ridge, passing through Erge Mountain and Touge Mountain, connecting to Trails 1 to 4. The elevation ranges from 595 to 859 meters, allowing hikers to experience numerous scenic viewpoints along the way. There are many pavilions and observation decks on the trail for the public to rest, offering views of the prosperous Taichung city and the distant Dadu Mountain Range. It is common to see people bringing tea brewing equipment to enjoy tea and conversation amidst the vast sea of clouds, providing great joy! Another branch of the 5th Trail (Route 5-1) starts from Xinshe District Xiezhong Street Xietou Alley and ends at Heisong Pavilion on the 5th Trail, passing through Chengzhong Pavilion of Erge Mountain and the Taichung City 90th Anniversary Memorial. This trail is an excellent destination for ecotourism beginners, with various plant information boards set up along the way, making it suitable for family hiking.

Address：Dakeng No. 5 Trail, Beitun District, Taichung City 406

Dakeng Trail No. 5 and No. 5-1 Introduction

Due to continuous rainfall, the section from 0K+750 to 0K+820 will be closed until November 30, 2025. Entry is prohibited during the closure to prevent danger. The Dakeng Scenic Area is an important leisure spot for Taichung citizens to find peace, and it is also a place for hikers to exercise and enjoy nature, making it a popular tourist destination in central Taiwan. It is common to see friends and families visiting on regular or holiday weekends, turning it into a communal backyard for the people of Taichung. The most distinctive features are the 14 hiking trails, with Trails No. 1 to 8 opened in 1981, built according to the natural terrain of intersecting mountains and streams, reaching a maximum elevation of 859 meters at Touke Mountain. Trail No. 9 was developed in December 2005, and Trail No. 10 was completed in March 2008, while Trail No. 9-1 was finished in November 2013. The lengths of Trails No. 5 and No. 5-1 are approximately 1.4 kilometers and 1.6 kilometers respectively, making them suitable for visitors who enjoy hiking. Trailhead: From Zhongxingling, continue straight towards Xiezhong Street (Mushroom Street) for about 1.5 kilometers to the location at No. 257-1, Xiezhong Street. Turn right at the sign to reach the trailhead. Feature: This trail connects the endpoints of Trails No. 1 to 4. Along the way, there are viewpoints with great visibility, including Heisong Pavilion, Gao Feng Pavilion, and the peak of Touke Mountain. If visibility is good, you can see Taichung City and the Dadu Plateau. Emergency contact information for the 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. For camping-related inquiries: Zhongzheng Camping Area, TEL: 04-22390685.

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Dakeng Trail No. 5 and No. 5-1 Travel Information

Address：Dakeng No. 5 Trail, Beitun District, Taichung City 406

Transportation Methods：Taichung Bus (Taichung Station 04-22224102): Routes 15 and 16 (board at Lueichuan East Station) also reach Chung Tai University; additionally, at the intersection of Dongshan Road and Songzhu Road, you can take Taichung Bus Route 66 (Route 66 has a loop through Dakeng). 2. Renyou Bus (04-22255166): Routes 1, 20, 21, and 31 (board at Lueichuan East Station, it is recommended to take Renyou as there are more buses available). 3. Fengyuan Bus (Taichung North Station 04-22223435): Bus routes heading towards Zhongxinglin, Xinshe, and Dongshi directions...

Remarks：1. It is recommended that the elderly and those with hypertension avoid climbing the Dakeng Trails No. 1 to 5 and No. 5-1. 2. The Dakeng Trail No. 4 has a significant elevation change, featuring a 300-meter vertical steep slope. 3. Generally, the Dakeng Trails No. 6, 7, 8, 9, and No. 9-1 are more suitable for both men and women.

Other Nearby Attractions： Dakeng No. 4 Trail 、 Dakeng No. 2 Trail 、 Dakeng No. 1 Trail Fitness Training Area 、 Dakeng No. 3 Trail 、 DaKeng No. 1 Trail 、 Chiang Ching Camping Area 、 Shenghe Mushroom Farm 、 Xinshe Star Wish Purple Windmill 、 Xinshe Shopping District 、 Xinshe Flower Sea (Council of Agriculture Seed Improvement and Propagation Station Second Farm)

Nearby Cuisine： Zhenhua Mushroom Specialty 、 A-Liang Mushroom Garden 、 Mushroom God Scenic Restaurant 、 Once Again Smoke 、 Dragon's Residence Native Chicken Castle 、 Annie's Garden 、 Hione World 、 Gu Ming Chicken City 、 Pear Cafe - Chongde Branch 、 DK9 Daku Nine