Dinghu Trail

Chiayi Attractions

頂湖環湖步道大石攫取目光
頂湖環湖步道大石攫取目光

Dinghu is located next to Shizhao and is one of the key points for ecological tourism planned by the Alishan National Scenic Area Administration in recent years. The Dinghu Lakeside Trail features a Moso bamboo forest trail, a natural primitive forest boardwalk, and trace fossils, making it suitable for hiking and leisurely walks of 1 to 2 hours. From the vicinity of 66K on Taiwan Route 18, turn left and go uphill for about 4 kilometers after passing the Mihu Trail, and you will reach Dinghu, where the view is expansive and local farmers can often be seen working in the tea fields, with mountain mists cascading between the layers of hills. Within the park, you can walk along the trail to the pavilion and Moso bamboo forest. There is also a primitive forest boardwalk that leads to Da Dong Mountain. In front of the pavilion, there is a large rock known locally as Guanyin Rock, which bears traces of trace fossils on its surface.

Address:Alishan Township, Chiayi County 605

Dinghu Trail Introduction

Dinghu is located beside Shizhao and is one of the important ecological tourism sites planned by the Alishan National Scenic Area Administration in recent years. The Dinghu Circular Trail features a Moso bamboo forest trail, an original forest boardwalk, and trace fossils, suitable for 1 to 2 hours of hiking and strolling. From the vicinity of Taiwan Highway 18 at the 66K marker, turn left about 100 meters in front of the Mihu Trail, and after a 4-kilometer uphill drive, you will arrive at Dinghu, where the view opens up, and local farmers can often be seen working in tea fields amidst the layers of mountain mist. Within the park, you can stroll along the trails to the pavilion and the Moso bamboo forest. There is also an original forest wooden boardwalk that leads to Dadong Mountain, and in front of the pavilion, there is a large boulder known locally as Guanyin Stone, which bears traces of fossils on its surface.

Dinghu Trail Travel Information

Address:Alishan Township, Chiayi County 605


Transportation Methods:Dinghu Trail Entrance (Fude Temple) - Chiayi County bus 7322, 7322A: Take from Chiayi Train Station and get off at Hudih Station. After getting off, walk about 550 meters forward, then turn left following the Dinghu sign to connect to the Zhonghu Village access road. It is approximately 4.5 kilometers to reach the Dinghu Natural Ecology Area. The trail entrance is located next to Dinghu Fude Temple.


Remarks:Restroom opening hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM


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