Banking Mountain Trail (Xilai Garden Trail) Introduction
A small trail located within the Bagua Mountain Scenic Area features an information board and a red arch at Entrance 1. The trail consists of wooden sleepers, boardwalks, and earth-stone paths; along the way, visitors can see natural forests as well as abandoned longan, lychee, and star fruit orchards. The trail includes pavilions of various sizes, viewing platforms, stone tables, stone seats, and bridges. At resting points, one can see steep cliff landscapes and gaze at the Shaolin Temple of Bagua Mountain. The overall environment is serene and quiet, with lush greenery and rich, diverse ecology. Currently, it is less frequented by the public, making it a hidden gem. The trail is gentle and easy to walk, with a moderate distance, making it ideal for general hiking. For those who enjoy long-distance challenges, it can connect to a famous tourist farm where visitors can interact with cattle and enjoy local dairy delicacies. Trail length: 1.21 kilometers. Walking time: 0.5 hours. Facilities: Pavilion, stone tables and chairs, bridge, wooden platform, information board, and parking area for Shaolin Temple of Bagua Mountain (motorcycles, cars, and buses).
The trail is flat and easy to walk, with a moderate distance, making it perfect for general hiking.
There are large and small pavilions, scenic platforms, stone tables, stone benches, and a bridge along the way.
