Old Tianmu Hiking Trail
天母古道親山步道
Tianmu Historic Trail
Tianmu Old Trail
Tianmu Water Pipe Trail
About this trail
Old Tianmu Hiking Trail follows a historic water-supply route between Tianmu and Yangmingshan, climbing beside a large black pipeline before entering shaded forest with birds, insects, old hydraulic structures, and Japanese-era engineering heritage.
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
Tianmu Trailhead:
Search for “Tianmu Historic Trail” on Google Maps, then choose a suitable MRT or bus route to reach the trailhead.
Aifu 3rd Street Trailhead:
Search for “Tianmu Historic Trail — Aifu 3rd Street Trailhead” on Google Maps, then choose a suitable MRT or bus route to reach the trailhead.
By Car
Tianmu Trailhead:
Navigate to “Tianmu Historic Trail” on Google Maps. Parking in the residential streets is limited.
Aifu 3rd Street Trailhead:
Navigate to “Tianmu Historic Trail — Aifu 3rd Street Trailhead” on Google Maps. This entrance is near Chinese Culture University; roadside parking is limited.