[2025 Hualien Attraction] Travel Guide for Shakadang Trail (Updated Mar)

First stop at Shakadang Trail to start our Taroko Gorge experience. Noted that the Shakadang Trail was built during Japanese Occupation for hydroelectric power. The one-way length of Shakadang Trail is 4.1 km, and we have to do a loop to return to the starting point. it's a relatively easy trail. midway throwing, there are some shops in the 5 cabins where you can buy food and drinks. the turquoise colour in the river was beautiful, and the magnificent boulders and cliffs are the highlights of this hike. the view was really nice at every turn and twist. It is one of the best stops of the Taroko Gorge. should put in your itinerary if you are visiting Hualien.

#newyearadventure #trail #taiwan #hualian #nationalpark #taroko #hiking #scenic When you are travelling to Hualien, you will definitely go pass the Taroko National Park a beautiful scenic huge national park located in the middle of Taiwan. And if you like hiking this is the place you should go! Shakadang Trial is a trial visited by many tourists and its a well pathed and marked trial, it will take you approximately an hour one way and you will be greeted with beautiful rock formations, blue clear waters and fresh air! Half way thru the shakadang trail there is a little shop that sells food, your local Taiwanese food and homemade drinks. Have a good rest here, and if you do decide to head back, this is the half way mark to u turn.

Originally named the Valley of Mystery, the Shakadang Trail is 4.1 kilometers long and was initially constructed by the Japanese for the Liwu Power Plant. The trail features unique terrain, with marble formations creating diverse folds along the riverbank. The nearby Shakadang Creek remains clear and emerald green throughout the year, and the area is rich in flora and fauna, allowing for close observation of rainforest and stream ecosystems. Address: Xiulin Township, Hualien County, Taiwan

#100waysoftravel The Shakadang Trail offers a stunning scenic experience, set against a backdrop of towering rock formations that create an almost otherworldly atmosphere. Before you even begin the trail, you'll need to ascend a few staircases, but the effort is well worth it once you reach the main path. As you walk along the trail, you'll be treated to breathtaking views of crystal-clear blue water flowing beneath you, adding to the serene beauty of the surroundings. Tall hikers should be cautious, as the low overhanging rocks in certain sections require you to duck to avoid hitting your head.

#thingstodo Name of location: Shakadong Trail Address: 📍 972, Taiwan, Hualien County, Xiulin Township User rating: 8.5/10 Location details: Taroko national park covers a wide range and has many attractions including swallow cave, buluowan, beipu, tunnel of the 9 turns and taroko gorge which is featured in my other post. Quite difficult to get to, requiring a special bus from hualien bus station (Next to the train station) you can buy bus tickets at the hualien county information centre which will take you up the national park trail. Do becareful as as of 2023 December some parts are closed off due to an avalanche earlier in the year. Also not all buses stop at every station! So do becareful on your travels. The most important tip is to watch for the bus timings on the way down as you will be trapped if you miss the last bus and will need to take expensive private transport down! The last bus is usually around 3-4 PM Experience details: The shakadang trail is a lovely trail to walk for a naturesque hike and fresh air if you enjoy being in nature. It is also not too difficult for beginners as i even saw elderly walking the trail! Good spot for spotting birds as well with many photographers in the area attempting to capture the local wildlife. The best part of the trail was the hikers village at the end which used to be a stop point for travellers going through the mountains. Now they serve hot drinks and food! Must try is their local coffee and sausages!!! some tips is to use the toilet before hand because there are no modern restrooms on the trail. Also the entire trail could take up to 5 hours to hike! #taiwan #shakadang #naturewalk #nature

#exploreasia Shakadang trail or also know as Mysterious Valley Trail is one of the trails located in Taroko National Park. It is a trail by the river cliff but it is not too difficult. I personally did not manage to finish the trail due to the lack of time. The view was stunning. From the entrance of the trail, you get to see the Shakadang river leading down to the Liwu River. We were lucky to see the jade green waters at the Shakadang trail as we went after typhoon which caused most the main streams to have murky waters. It would be good to wear a pair of comfortable walking / hiking shoes and do take note you might get wet at some areas. 10/10 for the view! #couplestrip #awesomepic #taiwan #taroko #hualien #shakadang

The Shakadang Trail, also known as Mysterious Valley Trail is an easy, well-maintained trail in Taroko National Park. The trail is 4.1 kilometers one way to Sanjianwu, it is an out and back trail and goes along with winding crystal clear turquoise water strewn with imposing marble boulders. The entrance to the trail is located at the exit of Shakadang Tunnel and includes a parking lot and bathroom facilities. You can take bus 310 bound for Tianxiang and alight at Shakadang trail. This trail is mostly flat and built along the river cliff, so travellers can easily observe both the rock folds and plants. While hiking half way, you will reach a set of stalls, selling traditional foods and crafts.

The Sakhalu Trail is located in the Taroko National Park. As early as the Japanese occupation period, the Japanese built a 4.4-kilometer-long, one-meter-wide trail from the rock wall along the coast. Known as the "Mystery Valley Trail", it was later changed back to the "sgadan" of the Tailu name, which means "tooth decay." After the park was established, the road was planned as a landscape trail and a rest platform was added. In recent years, it has become a popular tourist attraction in Hualien. If it takes more than an hour to go back and forth, it is recommended that you take a walk. The most important thing is to understand how hard it is for the ancestors to dig out this trail.