Wuling Sixiu Trail
武陵四秀登山步道
Wuling Quadruple Peaks
Wuling Four Beauties
Wu Ling Si Xiu Peaks
About this trail
Traverse the famous Wuling Sixiu Peaks, where four distinctive summits, from the dramatic cliffs of Pintian Shan to the distant Kalaye Shan, offer one of Taiwan’s most rewarding alpine adventures.
Trail condition
Hands may be needed for balance or climbing on rocks, steep terrain, or fixed ropes.
The route includes exposed ridges, steep drop-offs, cliffs, or similar terrain where a fall could have serious consequences.
The trail is well defined and generally easy to follow.
Getting there
By Public Transport
From Yilan or Luodong
1) Go to Yilan Bus Station or Luodong Bus Station.
2) Take Kuo-Kuang Bus 1751 or Bus 1764 toward Lishan and get off at Wuling Farm.
3) For the Wuling Lodge Trailhead, search for “Wuling Lodge” on Google Maps and follow the walking directions. The walk from Wuling Farm is approximately 5.2 km.
4) For the Xueshan Trailhead, search for “Xueshan Trailhead Service Station” on Google Maps and follow the walking directions. The walk from Wuling Farm is approximately 7.7 km.
Wuling Farm Shuttle: A shuttle service may be available within Wuling Farm. The fare is NT$300 to Wuling Lodge and NT$200 to Xueshan Trailhead. Service may vary, so calling Wuling Farm in advance to confirm the schedule is recommended.
Note: An entrance fee is required to enter Wuling Farm: NT$160 per person
By Car
Wuling Lodge Trailhead:
Navigate to “Wuling Lodge” on Google Maps. Limited parking is available nearby.
Xueshan Trailhead:
Navigate to “Xueshan Trailhead Service Station” on Google Maps. Limited parking is available nearby.
Note: An entrance fee is required to enter Wuling Farm: NT$160 per person plus NT$80 per car.
History & culture
Wildlife
The Wuling area supports rich wildlife, including Reeves's muntjac, wild boar, yellow-throated martens, and white-faced flying squirrels. Birdwatchers may spot Taiwan blue magpies, Swinhoe's pheasants, Mikado pheasants, and Taiwan yuhinas, while butterflies such as the Broad-tailed Swallowtail add seasonal highlights.
Plants
The trail climbs from warm temperate forests to subalpine landscapes, passing mixed broadleaf and conifer forests of Taiwan cedar, hemlock, spruce, and fir. Near the summits, Yu shan cane grass, creeping juniper, and alpine rhododendrons dominate, reflecting the dramatic elevation change across Shei-Pa National Park.
Geology
The Wuling Sixiu lie within the Xue shan Range, where ancient sandstone and slate formed over 23–40 million years ago. Pintian Cliff showcases rare folded rock formations created by tectonic uplift, offering one of Taiwan's most remarkable geological landscapes.