Eighteen Guanyin Scenic Trail Introduction
Shiba Guan Yin Trail, formerly known as Bagua Mountain Shiba Liao Guan Yin Trail, is located between Dafeng Lane and Qilin Lane in Yuanlin City, accessible via Dazhang Road (Route 139). It connects to the Tiaoshui Ancient Path in Fenyuan Township and is one of the traditional trade routes for agricultural products between Changhua and Nantou. The trail is approximately 1.54 kilometers long and currently features stairs, wooden pathways, resting platforms, and seating. Along the way, visitors can see various types of plants, and the path is shaded by trees with the sounds of insects and birds. During the Japanese occupation, it served as a mountain trail for the ancestors to gather fruits and was also a crucial route for local mountain residents during religious ceremonies. In April and May each year, white tung flowers can be seen blooming around the trail. Trail Length: 1.54 kilometers. Walking Time: 0.6 hours. Facilities: Signboards, information boards, seating.
Butterflies can often be seen fluttering along both sides of the trail.
The front section of the trail has wooden stair step frames.
