Dakeng No. 8 Trail

Taichung Attractions

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The steady incline climbing is a feature of Trail No. 8. The first half of the trail is an access road, while the middle section is a wooden boardwalk made of acacia. Except for a slight steepness near the Wind Moving Rock, the rest of the trail feels like walking on flat ground. Most visitors climb from Trail No. 6 to Wind Moving Rock and then return along this trail down to the trailhead. It takes about 40 minutes to return from Wind Moving Rock to the trailhead, and then about 20 minutes to walk back to the parking lot of Trail No. 6 from the trailhead.

Address：Fengdong Stone Forest Park, North of Jun Gong Liao, Beitun District, Taichung City 406

Dakeng No. 8 Trail Introduction

Dakeng Scenic Area - Mountain Trail Guide Dakeng Scenic Area is an important leisure spot for the residents of Taichung City, a place for hikers to enjoy nature and exercise, and a popular tourist attraction in central Taiwan. On weekdays and holidays, it is common to see groups of friends and families enjoying their time together, making it a shared backyard for the people of Taichung. The area features its most distinctive attraction, which is 14 mountain trails. Trails 1 to 8 were established in the early 1980s, constructed in accordance with the natural terrain where Dakeng Mountain intersects with streams, with the highest peak being Touko 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 built in November 2013. Trail 8 has a length of approximately 0.95 kilometers, suitable for all ages and family outings. Trailhead: The original entrance is not very noticeable; access is via an industrial road about 800 meters into Jiancheng Lane. Features: This trail is lined with orchards, enticing hikers to pause and enjoy the scenery. The endpoint also leads to Wind Moving Rock Park, which has several pavilions for the public to rest and relax. Emergency Contact Information: Dongshan Police Station: No. 30, Section 2, Dongshan Road, TEL: 04-22392713 Taichung City Search and Rescue Association: No. 151-2, Section 2, Dongshan Road, TEL: 04-22110022 Camping-related inquiries: Zhongzheng Camping Area, TEL: 04-22390685

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Dakeng No. 8 Trail Travel Information

Address：Fengdong Stone Forest Park, North of Jun Gong Liao, Beitun District, Taichung City 406

Transportation Methods：Taichung Bus (Taichung Station 04-22224102): Routes 15, 16 (departing from Luchuan East Station) can also reach Chung Tai Christian University; additionally, at the intersection of Dongshan Road and Songzhu Road, you can take Taichung Bus Route 66 (Route 66 will loop inside Dakeng). 2. Renyou Bus (04-22255166): Routes 1, 20, 21, 31 (departing from Luchuan East Station, recommended to take Renyou due to more frequent service). 3. Fengyuan Bus (Taichung North Station 04-22223435): Bus routes towards Zhongxingling, Xinshe, and Dongshi.

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

Other Nearby Attractions： Dakeng No. 7 Trail 、 Dakeng Trail No. 6 、 Dakeng Scenic Area 、 Dakeng No. 9 and No. 9-1 Trails 、 Dakeng No. 10 Trail 、 Carton King 、 Chung Tai University Guanyin Mountain Trail 、 Huanxi Bicycle Path 、 Xindu Ecological Park 、 Treasure Forest Abandoned Furniture Regeneration Center

Nearby Cuisine： Shu T’ai Lao Japanese Set Meal - Taichung Dongshan Branch 、 Yuetian Food - Happy Foods Healthy Fukden 、 Bu Lao Kitchen - Taichung New City Branch 、 Pear Cafe - Chongde Store 、 DK9 Dakeng No. 9 、 Gu Ming Chicken City 、 Stone Hot Pot Specialty Store 、 Hione World 、 Okuma Fishing Museum 、 Shu Tai Lao Japanese Set Meal - Taichung Wenxing Store