Guize Mountain Trail

The Guize Mountain Trail (also known as Bear Head Mountain), nestled in Heping Village, Wufeng Township, Hsinchu County, is a tranquil mountain path that blends nature with culture. This easy-to-moderate route is approximately 1.8 kilometers one-way, taking about 2.5 hours round trip. It's not only suitable for families but also an excellent choice for beginner hikers to explore the beauty of the mountains and forests. Along the trail, straight fir trees and swaying bamboo create a green tunnel that welcomes every traveler. Walking under the canopy, you'll often spot squirrels leaping on branches, bamboo partridges taking flight nearby, and various butterflies dancing. In spring and summer, you might even encounter emerging wild bamboo shoots. This is not just a hiking trail; it's a living classroom of the forest. Ascending to the highest point at 1,030 meters above sea level, you can overlook Heping Village, the Wufeng mountain range, and the Wuzhi Mountain scenery. On clear days, the mountains appear layered like a painting; when clouds and mist enshroud the area, it feels like stepping into a fairyland, quiet and therapeutic. Whether you simply want to breathe in the phytoncides of the forest or long for a mountain stroll filled with ecological surprises, the Guize Mountain Trail can fulfill all your imaginings of nature. It is a hidden gem in Northern Taiwan, worth exploring slowly and savoring. -----Guize Mountain Trail----- Type: Foothill Trail Difficulty: Low-Moderate Length: 1.8 km (one-way) Trail Condition: Cement industrial road, dirt and leaf-covered mountain path Trailhead: Heping Village, Wufeng Township (at a turn on Heping Farm Road)