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九五峰 – 馬蹄形平台 loop from Taipei

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九五峰 – 馬蹄形平台 loop from Taipei

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九五峰 – 馬蹄形平台 loop from Taipei

02:10

6.30km

330m

Mountaineering

Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 16, 2026

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 2.83 km for 10 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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656 m

Six Giant Rocks (Elephant Mountain)

Highlight • Natural Monument

The path becomes steeper and winds through a stale gorge between huge stones. Certainly a worthwhile intermediate goal and motivation for the children. For adults, a nice wild spot on this rather well-maintained path.

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695 m

View of Taipei 101 from Elephant Mountain

Highlight • Viewpoint

That's why you did the climb! Enjoy the view and think about whether you wouldn't like to go further because then you would be (almost) alone. Pleasant change after the crowds on this lovely weekend.

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2.22 km

馬蹄形平台

Viewpoint

2.81 km

Metal Ladder Climb on Xiangshan Trail

Highlight • Climb

Fun, but not really challenging. You are constantly warned that it is dangerous, but it is not even a via ferrata. There used to seem to be many more on …

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3.16 km

Jiuwushan (9-5 Peak)

Peak

5.45 km

Xiangshan Peak (Elephant Mountain)

Highlight • Summit

One of the peaks with a view of the city. There's also a small shelter here if you get caught in the rain. I recommend continuing on; it becomes more secluded and the paths become more natural over time.

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6.30 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.54 km

531 m

208 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.77 km

472 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Monday 25 May

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九五峰 – 馬蹄形平台 loop from Taipei

Six Giant Rocks (Elephant Mountain)

View of Taipei 101 from Elephant Mountain

Metal Ladder Climb on Xiangshan Trail

Xiangshan Peak (Elephant Mountain)

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