Junjianyan Hiking Trail
軍艦岩親山步道
Battleship Rock Trail
Junjianyan and Danfeng Shan Hiking Trail
About this trail
Junjianyan Hiking Trail crosses pale sandstone ridges above Beitou. Its distinctive ship-shaped rock and exposed summit viewpoints overlook Taipei Basin, while the broader route continues through low-elevation forest toward the Danfeng Shan area.
Trail condition
No hands-on climbing is normally required.
No significant exposed sections or dangerous drop-offs.
The trail is well defined and generally easy to follow.
Getting there
By Public Transport
Yang Ming Chiao Tung University Trailhead:
Search for “Junjian Yan Hiking Trail” on Google Maps, then choose a suitable MRT or bus route to reach the trailhead.
MRT Beitou Station Trailhead:
Search for “MRT Beitou Station” on Google Maps, then choose a suitable MRT or bus route to reach the trailhead.
By Car
Yang Ming Chiao Tung University Trailhead:
Navigate to “Junjian Yan Hiking Trail” on Google Maps. The trailhead is on the campus. Campus parking rules apply.
MRT Beitou Station Trailhead:
Navigate to “MRT Beitou Station” on Google Maps. Street parking in the surrounding residential area is limited; public transport is recommended.