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Hiking loop from Xitou Nature Education Area

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Hiking loop from Xitou Nature Education Area

Moderate

4.3

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Hiking loop from Xitou Nature Education Area

04:48

14.1km

710m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: January 15, 2026

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溪頭自然教育園區

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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2.03 km

Suspension Bridge on the Bird Trail

Highlight • Bridge

2.11 km

Suspension Bridge on Vogel Trail

Highlight • Bridge

The bird trail is challenging in terms of access (approximately 4,000 steps) leading up to the top. The rewards are birdwatching, especially of endemic species, beautiful views, and generally well-maintained paths and crossings!

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3.05 km

Ancient Red Cypress Tree, Xitou Nature Education Area

Highlight • Natural Monument

about 120 plants grow on it

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6.97 km

Viewpoint

14.1 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.6 km

2.07 km

1.45 km

Surfaces

10.5 km

2.25 km

1.30 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Sunday 5 April

23°C

11°C

93 %

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Suspension Bridge on the Bird Trail

Suspension Bridge on Vogel Trail

Ancient Red Cypress Tree, Xitou Nature Education Area

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