Sun Moon Lake Cycle Path - Shuishe Section Introduction
This bike path extends from Shuishe Pier along the banks of Sun Moon Lake to Chaowu Pier, Zhushiyuan, and Wenwu Temple, with a total length of about 3.5 kilometers. Some sections also offer views of the Hanbi Peninsula and Shuishe Pier, making it a gentle route suitable for the public. The entrance to the Shuishe Riverside Trail is located to the left of Shuishe Pier, serving as an important pedestrian route connecting Shuishe Pier to Jiulongkou. The entire path features accessible slopes, making it ideal for family outings. It is easy to navigate, following the boardwalk along the lake to Chaowu Pier and directly to Jiulongkou. The trail is surrounded by lush greenery, providing a cool escape even in the height of summer. Along the way, there are resting spots where visitors can take a break or lean over the railing to enjoy the view of yachts cruising through the lake, or the serene surface of the lake reflecting sunlight, sparkling like countless jewels. On misty days, Xuan Zang Temple on the Qlnglong Mountain appears like an ancient temple in a traditional Chinese painting, evoking a sense of nostalgia. Meanwhile, the Ci'en Pagoda on Shabalanshan always stands out from any viewpoint along the trail, resembling a sword that continuously guards Sun Moon Lake. Upon reaching Jiulongkou, there is an artificial floating island adorned with wild ginger flowers, where one might occasionally spot a night heron hiding beneath the foliage, poised to hunt. If visitors still have the enthusiasm and energy, they can continue walking to the Wenwu Temple's stairway or ascend the stairs to Zhushiyuan on the opposite side for another segment of their journey. At night, looking back at Shuishe Pier from the trail, the lights of hotels and restaurants twinkle in the darkness, appearing like colorful gemstones, shining even more brilliantly.
