Qixing Main Peak Trail
七星山主峰步道
Qixing Mountain
Qixingshan
Cising Mountain
Chising Mountain
Seven Star Mountain
About this trail
Qixing Main Peak is Taipei's highest summit, known for its volcanic terrain, seasonal silvergrass, and sweeping views across northern Taiwan.
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
Lengshuikeng Trailhead:
From MRT Jiantan Station or MRT Shilin Station (Red Line)
1) Take Bus S15 toward Yangmingshan and get off at Lengshuikeng Service Center.
Xiaoyoukeng Trailhead:
From MRT Taipei Main Station (Exit M1)
1) Take Bus 260 toward Yangmingshan and get off at Yangmingshan Bus Terminal.
2) Transfer to Bus 108, a circular shuttle bus, and get off at Xiaoyoukeng Service Center.
From MRT Jiantan Station or MRT Shilin Station (Red Line)
1) Take Bus R5 or Bus 260 toward Yangmingshan and get off at Yangmingshan Bus Terminal.
2) Transfer to Bus 108, a circular shuttle bus, and get off at Xiaoyoukeng Service Center.
From MRT Beitou Station(Red Line)
1) Take Bus 230 or Bus S9 toward Yangmingshan and get off at Yangmingshan Bus Terminal.
2) Transfer to Bus 108, a circular shuttle bus, and get off at Xiaoyoukeng Service Center.
Miaopu Trailhead:
From MRT Taipei Main Station (Exit M1)
1) Take Bus 260 toward Yangmingshan and get off at Yangmingshan Bus Terminal.
2) Transfer to Bus 108, a circular shuttle bus, and get off at Boy Scouts Stop.
From MRT Jiantan Station or MRT Shilin Station (Red Line)
1) Take Bus R5 or Bus 260 toward Yangmingshan and get off at Yangmingshan Bus Terminal.
2) Transfer to Bus 108, a circular shuttle bus, and get off at Boy Scouts Stop.
From MRT Beitou Station(Red Line)
1) Take Bus S9 toward Yangmingshan and get off at Boy Scouts Stop.
By Car
Lengshuikeng Trailhead:
Navigate to “Lengshuikeng Visitor Center” on Google Maps. Limited parking is available nearby.
Xiaoyoukeng Trailhead:
Navigate to “Xiaoyoukeng Visitor Center” on Google Maps. Limited parking is available nearby.
Miaopu Trailhead:
Navigate to “Mount Qixing Miaopu Trailhead” on Google Maps. Limited parking is available nearby
History & culture
Qixing Main Peak is the highest peak in Taipei City and a remarkable example of Taiwan's volcanic landscape. Its distinctive cone was formed by ancient volcanic activity, while nearby attractions such as Xiaoyoukeng, Dayoukeng, Menghuan Lake, and Lengshuikeng showcase fumaroles, hot springs, and other geothermal features.
The mountain also displays two contrasting ecosystems: the wind-exposed northern slope is covered with silvergrass and dwarf bamboo, while the sheltered southern slope supports lush subtropical forests rich in biodiversity. In autumn, blooming silvergrass transforms the mountainside into one of Yangmingshan's most iconic seasonal landscapes.