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Beyond Elephant Mountain: Real Hikes for Real Legs
March 15, 2025

Beyond Elephant Mountain: Real Hikes for Real Legs

Elephant Mountain is for tourists. These trails are where the locals go to burn off the bubble tea.

1. Seven Star Mountain (Qixing Shan)

The highest peak in Taipei (1120m).

  • Difficulty: Medium/Hard. Lots of stairs.
  • Views: 360-degree view of the city and the ocean. You are literally standing on a dormant volcano.
  • Reward: Fumaroles (smoking vents) near the peak.

2. Jianjunshan (Scissors Mountain)

  • The Hook: The "Battleship Rock" is a photogenic protrusion.
  • Difficulty: Easy/Medium.
  • Vibe: Rock climbing Lite.

3. Teapot Mountain (Jinguashi)

Located near Jiufen.

  • The Hook: The peak looks like a teapot without a handle.
  • Views: Insane views of the Pacific Ocean and the "Yin Yang Sea" (blue and yellow water).

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