Hualien Shakadang Trail Nature Healing Tour

#September Good Places 2025
Hualien has always been the most quiet back garden in Taiwan. This time we came to the Shakadang Trail in Xiulin Township. It is definitely a natural feast that hiking enthusiasts cannot miss! The Sarawak Trail is best known for the blue and green streams between the canyons and the layered, painting-like rock wall textures. Coinciding with the autumn visit, the trail is occasionally decorated with red leaves, with the slightly cool autumn breeze, walking in it is really refreshing, all the way feel particularly light steps ~

🌿Shakadang Trail Highlights Recommendation
Located in Taroko National Park, the Shakaji Trail is about 4.1 kilometers long and is relatively gentle and easy to walk, making it ideal for parents or beginners. The biggest selling point must be that this trail follows the stream all the way through the canyon. In some sections, the stream is crystal clear, flashing blue and green, and the rock wall is delicately textured, as if stepping into an autumn nature art exhibition. Along the way, you can slowly enjoy the fallen leaves and mountain views, feeling the tranquility and leisure.

📍Basic information
Shakadang Trail
Address: 972 Xiulin Township, Hualien County, Taiwan
Opening Hours: Open all day year-round

🚶 Attraction Recommendation Strategy
1. The entrance is the baptism of nature: The entrance to the trail is located near the Taroko Sandakan Bridge and is recommended to enter in the morning, with a cool autumn breeze, swaying grass and trees, and gradually brighter colors with the mountains.
2. Blue and green stream photo spots: half way or so there are several stone steps close to the stream, suitable for stopping to check in, take pictures, looking at the water color change, the whole person feels cleansing body and mind.
3. Autumn leaves decoration, sensory feast: Autumn visit special recommendation can pay attention to the surrounding rock walls and forest red leaves, shot especially layered, very autumn.
4. Rock wall texture, delicate and picturesque: Along the way rock wall patterns are obvious, some like natural carvings, can not help but press the shutter - it is recommended to bring a lightweight camera or mobile phone ready to save the beauty.
5. Reap at the end: There is a simple lounge area at the end of the trail where you can sit and drink water, eat snacks and enjoy a relaxing atmosphere.

💡Itinerary Tips (Combined with Real Feelings)
Autumn is the most comfortable season for Sakhalin, with cool temperatures and fewer insects. It is recommended to wear lightweight sneakers, bring a small hat and enough moisture to easily walk the entire journey. Although there is shade along the way, some sections of the road have stronger sunlight, so sunscreen and moisturizing must be done. In addition, there are no shops throughout the trail, it is recommended to prepare water and snacks before entering, after walking to Hualien city and slowly enjoy the food.

🍽Food recommendations
After hiking the trail, you might as well return to Hualien City. We recommend "Liquid Flavor Flat Food" or "Justice Bao", both popular local snacks to reminisce about a comfortable and leisurely day!

🔗Transportation guide
The Sarawak Trail is conveniently accessible by taking the Taiwan Bus from Hualien Railway Station to Tailu Kok or driving by car. There is a parking lot near the Sarawak Bridge.

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