Nanzilin Trail

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Updates : 2022-12-23

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Travel tips

A holy land for shutterbugs to relish the stunning view of sunrise on the sea
Overlook the golden ridge of the northeast coast and Keelung Mountain
A friendly trail that has a gentle slope and mountain-seascape
A hot spot for relishing Miscanthus blossom in autumn and winter on the north coast
A visit to Nanya Rock, Bitoujiao Trail and Yin Yang Sea on the way

Introduction

Hidden behind Nanya Fishing Port in Ruifang, Nanzilin Trail is commonly known as “Nan-zih-mian”(literally refers to “the south side”), representing its location in the south of Shuinandong to the direction of Bitoujiao. This well-planned trail, which is paved with wood in the front section and has stone steps in the middle and back sections, is easy to walk and allows visitors to relish the bay view of the northeast coast and the view of layered green mountains. It is a very friendly trail that gives visitors a great view of mountain seascape.

An easy-to-access trail that allows visitors to view the mountain seascape of various spots on the northeast coast
Nanzilin Trail is only 990 m long and its viewing platform is located at an altitude of 196 m. While it takes only 30 to 60 minutes to reach the peak, visitors can relish an invincible mountain seascape in such a short distance. By standing on the cliff platform of the east peak of Nanzilin, visitors can see the endless ocean in the front and the renowned “Ten Golden Peaks” on the back with a 360° panoramic view of scenery. The “eight point starburst” landmark on the main peak points at tourist attractions in northeast coast, including Keelung Islet, Yin Yang Sea, Keelung Mountain, Remains of the 13 Levels in Shuinandong, Teapot Mountain, Stegosaurus Ridge, Bitoujiao, Coastal Highway, Nanya Rock and Nanya Fishing Port.

Full of surprises from dawn to dusk
The easy-to-access Nanzilin Trail has attracted a number of shutterbugs: In the spring and summer, it is a great spot to take photos of the dawn of Nanya Fishing Port and sunset of Keelung Mountain; in the autumn and winter, it is full of silver Miscanthus blossoms swaying in the wind, creating a romantic atmosphere; and, in the evening, it is a perfect timing for taking photos of vehicle track lights on the Coastal Highway and fishing lights on the sea.

Services & Facilities

Viewing Deck
Parking Lot
Hiking Trail

How to Get There

Choose a transportation method based on your departure location.

Jiufen Visitor Center

There is a large map with trilingual introductions at the back of the reception counter, marking some main tourist attractions and their relevant locations within the Shuei-Jin-Jiou (Shueinandong, Jinguashih, Jiufen) regions.A few to-scale handcar models from the past are displayed indoors, and various types of ores and mining tools from the Shuei-Jin-Jiou regions in the past are exhibited on each handcar, making it a mini museum. Posters on the walls applied trilingual explanations to briefly introduce the developmental history of Jiufen region in phases. Souvenir stamp collection service is also available on the table. The pamphlets displayed here are printed in multiple languages, providing thorough yet easy to understand introductions according to the different tourist attractions and regions, which often include exquisitely printed brief maps, making it one of the most accessed printed data to visitors.

Wulai Scenic Area

Wulai District is located in the southeastern part of Taipei County at the confluence of the Nanshih River and Tonghou River. With its picturesque valleys, forests, rivers and high mountains, Wulai it is known as the "back garden of the greater Taipei area." Wulai is also a popular hot spring destination.