About Eryanping Trail
Eryanping Trail is one of the popular tourist spots near Alishan. You will be amazed to see the sunrise or sunset in this area if the weather is nice. The trail passes through bamboo groves and a tea plantation area.
After a long hike at Mount Yushan, I decided to visit the Eryanping trail before heading to Sun Moon lake.
Where to stay
I searched for a homestay/inn which was near the trail and found the 53 Backpacker Inn for the budget travelers. If you prefer a much nicer homestay, you can go to 53.1 Homestay which is on the opposite side of 53 Backpacker Inn.
The host of the homestay was hospitable. They were nice and friendly. The room was neat and clean. Breakfast was good. The tea appreciation session with the host was great.
How to get there
- From Alishan Bus Station, ride Bus 7322 or 7329 bound to Chiayi. Inform the driver to drop you at the Anding bus stop.
- From HSR Chiayi Station, ride Bus 7329 bound to Alishan and drop at the Anding bus stop. Click here for the timetable & fare.
- From TRA Chiayi Station, ride Bus 7322 bound to Alishan and drop at the Anding bus stop. Click here for the timetable & fare.
The Trail
I woke up early and headed to the trail to see the sunrise. It looks like a scene in a suspense movie walking alone on this trail in the foggy and cold morning.
The pathways or stairways are visible. Just be careful in walking it was slippery in some areas when wet. Bamboo groves are present in the first part of the trail.
The extended part of the trail was made of wooden stairs.
Total of two viewing deck pavilion in the trail. Maps are present in the trails and pathways.
This area of the trail resembles lots of Christmas trees. I wish there is snow here. ^_^
The cold weather was suitable for tea plants. Lots of tea plantations can be found in these mountain areas.
Shooting close up at the tea plantation. Still misty when I took photos here.
Weather in the mountain was hard to predict. Always bring raincoat/jacket in case it rains especially if lots of fogs.
I’m not lucky to catch the sunrise at the trail but the views are amazing.
Other tips:
- No entrance fee.
- Good area for shooting at sunrise or sunset if the weather is fine.
- Nice for a short trek.
- Recommended for all ages.
- Lots of photo spots for your Instagram.
Contact info for 53 Backpackers Inn:
- email: [email protected]
- whats app: +886978365833 (Lily)
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The trail is gorgeous ! I love to do the hike too ! Especially with the close up view of the tea plantation ! Love the sight of greens filling up rolling hills. Reminds me of Cameron Highlands in Malaysia ! Good to know it is free entrance ! Definitely bookmarking this for my next Taiwan trip ! =p
This is good for hikers.
Wah I never knew this trail existed before I read this today! This is such a detailed and eye-opening post! I felt like i was there already, thanks for putting this together. I am going to save this for the upcoming year when i will visit there.
Thanks.
Omg! The Eryanping trail is just so gorgeous and picturesque. I am definitely in love with it and passing through the Bamboo and Tea Plantation will be so much fun. Views from viewing deck are breathtaking.
The views from the viewing deck are fantastic.
So favorite views. We are filling our mind with full of happiness.