Yuntan Trail - Yuntan Waterfall Introduction
Located at the 71 km mark of County Highway 166, this is a trail that requires a round trip on the same path, with a fork nearby leading to the Shuishaliao Station. From the back of the building, you descend along a stone path and stone steps, entering a dense bamboo forest. Following several zigzag turns on the hillside and steep stone steps, you quickly descend. Due to the abundant moisture in the deep valley, the steps can sometimes be slippery, so it's important to maintain steady footing. Along the way, there is a site of an old papermaking pool where careful observation reveals the contour of the pool's edge, allowing one to imagine early ancestors soaking split bamboo or ramie bamboo in lime water to ferment before scooping it up to press into pulp. Continuing downward, there is a pavilion for a brief rest, where the sound of water indicates that you are not far from the riverbank. Upon reaching the viewing platform at the end of the trail, the tiered Yun Tan Waterfall hangs high on the rocky cliff. The waterfall consists of two tiers, and below is a "water pool" formed by the unique orientation and arrangement of geological rock layers. When the pool's water cascades down through the rock crevices, it flows like drifting white silk; "Yun Tan Waterfall" is known as the most beautiful scenery of Renshou. Friendly facilities: accessible restroom (next to the parking lot) Restroom hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
