Batongguan Ancient Trail (Yunlong Suspension Bridge Section) | Traversing Cloud Waterfalls and Cliffs on a Pristine Mountain Path

Attractions / Nantou Attractions

Looking for a different kind of outdoor challenge? The Nantou Xinyi [Batongguan Ancient Trail - Yunlong Suspension Bridge Section] is a stunning trail that lets you experience the grandeur of high mountains, the magnificence of waterfalls, and Bunun culture.

This route is part of the front section of the Batongguan Ancient Trail, spanning approximately 4.3 kilometers. No mountain entry permit is required, and it can be completed as a day trip to experience the pristine charm of high-altitude forest hiking, making it a favorite destination for hiking enthusiasts, photography travelers, and mountain-loving influencers.

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Route Highlights × Experience the Beauty of Mountains and Forests with Your Own Feet

• Yunlong Suspension Bridge: Spanning across deep valleys with magnificent presence, it's the premier photo spot at the trail's end, where you can see waterfalls cascading below and mountain mists swirling around

• Yunlong Waterfall: With a height difference of 200 meters, it's spectacular in summer with abundant water flow, appearing like a flying silver dragon from afar

• Cliff Trail: Mountain paths carved by early Bunun tribes and military units, with many cliff-hugging sections that offer close-up views of steep mountain terrain

• Tribal Ruins and Cultural Traces: Along the way, you can see ruins of ancient Bunun tribal settlements, experiencing historical imagination of high mountain indigenous life

Hiking Information × Essential Mountain Entry Guide

• Total Route Distance: Approximately 4.3 kilometers one way (8.6 kilometers round trip)

• Recommended Time: Approximately 5-6 hours round trip

• Trail Conditions: Front section is relatively steep with many stairs; back section is more gradual with loose rocks and exposed rock layers, anti-slip equipment recommended

• Important Notes: Many exposed sections, prepare adequate sun protection and hydration, recommend early morning start to avoid afternoon thunderstorms

• Facilities: Simple parking area and restrooms available at the trailhead

 

Recommended Charter Route × Deep Tribal Culture + Hiking Day Trip

Itinerary Reference (suitable for departure from Taichung or Nantou):

Depart from Taichung → Xinyi Township Trailhead → Batongguan Ancient Trail Hiking (Yunlong Suspension Bridge) → Dongpu Hot Spring Foot Bath Relaxation → Return

Can also be combined with Shuanglong Suspension Bridge, Dongpu Tribe, Yushan Trailhead and other attractions to create a [Xinyi Mountain Forest Slow Travel Proposal]

Images and text sourced from:(Taichung Tourism Website Taichung Tourism Photo and partial text copyrights belong to original authors)

 

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1. Flexible Itinerary, Arrange as You Wish

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2. Professional Drivers, No Need to Worry About Transportation

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   • No need to worry about parking, drivers will arrange appropriate drop-off and pick-up points.
      

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