Longguo Trail

Yunlin Attractions

龍過脈森林步道

The Ecological Trail is said to be named for its mountain ridgeline, which resembles the spine of a dragon when viewed from a high point. The trail has three entrances, making it a popular and scenic route with broad vistas. It is rich in biodiversity; during the Qingming Festival, one can see Purple Butterfly fluttering, and on regular days, there are sightings of the Formosan Blue Magpie and the Taiwan Macaque.

Address：Linnei Township (with entrances to Youkai Temple and Jikong Temple)

Longguo Trail Introduction

Ecological Dragon Line is said to be named for its mountain ridgelines, which resemble a dragon's spine when viewed from a high point. The trail has three access points and offers a friendly and spacious route. It is rich in biodiversity, where visitors can see purple butterflies fluttering during the Qingming Festival, and on regular days, various species including the eight-color bird and Formosan macaques can be spotted within the area. The Longguo Forest Trail is located within Linnei Township, near Linnei Park, and spans approximately 4.2 kilometers. It is one of the top one hundred trails recommended by the Forestry Bureau and has three access points: Tieguan Pit Section, Lujing Pit Section, and Pingding Section. The Linnei Mountain Range is embraced by Caoling and Zhushan Township in Nantou County. It is said that when gazing from the junction of Caoling and Zhushan towards the low mountains, the mountain ridges within Linnei resemble the spine of a dragon. When the sight shifts to the confluence of the Zhuoshui River and the Qing Shui River, it appears as if the dragon is drinking water, hence the name "Longguo Ma."

Ecological Natural Landscapes

Longguo Trail Travel Information

Address：Linnei Township (with entrances to Youkai Temple and Jikong Temple)

Transportation Methods：Take the Zhongshan Expressway and exit at Douliou Interchange (heading towards Linthe). Turn right onto Taiwan Route 3 (Datong Road) and proceed along Taiwan Route 3, then turn into the entrance of Longguomai Forest Trail, which is across from the Linthe Township Office on Zhongzheng Road. Alternatively, from the Douliou Interchange (heading towards Linthe), turn left onto Taiwan Route 3 (Shiliu Road), then turn into the entrance of Longguomai Forest Trail, also across from the Linthe Township Office on Zhongzheng Road.

Parking Information：Yuanming Zen Temple free parking lot, parking lot in front of Yuanming Junior High School and Linnei Elementary School.

Tickets：Free admission.

Other Nearby Attractions： Linnei Park 、 Linnei Kai-Fu Temple 、 Yuanming Zen Temple 、 Linnei Station 、 Baolong Paper Mill 、 Ping Ding Tea Garden (Tea Promotion Center) 、 Yunlin Butterfly Story House 、 Caiyi Green Workshop 、 Jioucyung Township An Temple 、 Baimashan Bodhi Lecture Hall

Nearby Cuisine： Linnei Pork Knuckle King 、 Lin Nei Pork Ribs King 、 Xin Chào Vietnamese Café 、 Farm Secret Garden 、 Orange Farm 、 Rich Café 、 Hello Coffee 、 Liu Zhong Noodle 、 Da Qiu Leisure Farm 、 Ah Huei Uncle Charcoal Grilled Sweet Potatoes