Nanzi Lin Trail Introduction
Hidden behind the Nanya Fishing Port in Ruifang, the Nanzilin Trail, commonly known as "Nanzi Mian," refers to the southern side of the area from Shuinan Cave to Bitou Cape. The trail is well-maintained, featuring a wooden walkway in the early section and stone steps in the middle to latter parts, making it easy and smooth to walk. After climbing, you can enjoy the breathtaking views of the bay and the lush green mountains of the Northeast Coast, making it a very accessible mountain-sea scenic trail. With a high cost-performance ratio, the Nanzilin Trail spans only 990 meters, and the viewpoint is situated at an elevation of 196 meters. It takes just 30 to 60 minutes to reach the top, offering stunning mountain and sea scenery in this short distance. From the cliff platform at the eastern peak of Nanzilin, you can gaze out at the vast ocean, with the famous Golden Ten Edge behind you. The 360-degree view is full of picturesque sights, including the Eight-Star Grass landmark pointing toward surrounding attractions: Keelung Islet, Yin Yang Sea, Keelung Mountain, the Shih Chien Ruins at Shuinan Cave, the Tea Pot Mountain, Jianlong Ridge, Bitou Cape, Coastal Highway, Nanya Qiyan, and Nanya Fishing Port, all of which are visible from various spots along the Northeast Coast. From dawn to dusk, the friendly Nanzilin Trail attracts many photography enthusiasts. Spring and summer are ideal for capturing the dawn at Nanya Fishing Port and the sunset over Keelung Mountain, while autumn and winter present romantic views of the silver-white miscanthus swaying in the wind. Evening is the perfect time to capture the traces of car lights on the coastal highway alongside the fishing lights at sea.
