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Motian Waterfall – Hegu Waterfall loop from 猴硐

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Motian Waterfall – Hegu Waterfall loop from 猴硐

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Motian Waterfall – Hegu Waterfall loop from 猴硐

03:42

12.3km

360m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 26, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.19 km

觀景平台

Viewpoint

4.25 km

Fork in the Path and Rappel to Slot Canyon

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The path forks, and it continues up the small, dribbling stream towards Houtong. Take care not to choose the other path to the right, as it is more precarious (steep …

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5.60 km

Pipadong Waterfall

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The "Pipadong Waterfall" is the last waterfall on the "Sandiaoling Waterfall Trail".

Many hikers go the same way back to the "Sandiaoling Railway Station". Alternatively, you can continue to Shifen …

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5.61 km

Wooden Ladder Climb

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An exciting wooden ladder to climb. Over to the left of the wooden ladder there is a silver metal ladder, but the condition of it may not be as good.

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5.69 km

Ladder and Stone Stair Climb

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A section of exciting, steep ladders made of metal, ropes and carved stone steps.

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5.77 km

Motian Waterfall

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The Motian Waterfall is the second of three waterfalls on the Sandiaoling Waterfall Trail. Close behind, one floor up, follows the "Pipadong Waterfall". The "Motian Waterfall" has an overhang, almost …

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6.68 km

Hegu Waterfall

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The Hegu Waterfall is the first of three waterfalls on the Sandiaoling Waterfall Trail. The water crashes down here 40m deep.

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8.01 km

Youkeng Trailhead

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Coming from Sandiaoling Station, turn right after the bridge to the Youkeng Trail. There is a small café in front of it.

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12.0 km

Houtong Cat Village

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A village where cats rein. Villagers feed and nurture the dozens of cats who live and roam this old mining town. Visitors can come explore old mining structures, while petting the cats and tasting local snacks along the way.

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12.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.24 km

3.89 km

2.42 km

1.52 km

162 m

Surfaces

8.35 km

3.47 km

170 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

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Sunday 24 May

36°C

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11 %

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Motian Waterfall – Hegu Waterfall loop from 猴硐

Fork in the Path and Rappel to Slot Canyon

Pipadong Waterfall

Wooden Ladder Climb

Ladder and Stone Stair Climb

Motian Waterfall

Hegu Waterfall

Youkeng Trailhead

Houtong Cat Village

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