Xia Ka Lo Ancient Trail Introduction
The Luōkǎluō National Trail is formed by the "Xiákàluó Guard Road" and the "Sàkèyàjīn Guard Road," which are two ancient paths. Originally, it served as a patrol route that traversed the territories of the Atayal tribe's "Jinajie Group" in Jianshi Township, Hsinchu County, and the "Xiákàluó Group" in Wufeng Township. Between these tribal territories lies the Xiákàluó Mountain, with a main ridge running north-south that peaks over 2,000 meters, yet there are still pathways for familial visits and hunting support. During the Japanese colonial period, conflicts between the Japanese military and the Atayal Tribe in this area were frequent. The Japanese authorities reconstructed the existing indigenous paths into military roads. Due to the need to traverse the north saddle of the Xiákàluó Mountain, it was previously referred to as the "Xiákàluó Mountain Crossing Path." The Luōkǎluō National Trail holds both historical significance and tourism value, combining intellectual and emotional experiences along a new route for viewing maple leaves. It features many remnants of police stations from the Japanese colonial era, alongside beautifully scenic bamboo forests and maple groves that seem to transport visitors into a green time tunnel.
