Escape Taipei: Hidden Waterfalls & Forest Trail in Pingxi (Beginner Hike)

We’re heading to Pingxi for a relaxed day trip. We’ll take the scenic Pingxi railway line and walk through forest trails, along a river, and visit two beautiful waterfalls along the way.
Highlights
• Mt. Lingjiaoliao (290m) – an easy summit with a nice view
• Wanggu Waterfall – a quiet and less crowded spot
• Riverside paths and shaded forest trails
• A peaceful route, great for slowing down and getting fresh air
Difficulty
Easy to moderate — suitable for most people
• Hiking time: about 4–5 hours (including breaks)
• Elevation: around 290m
• Walking time to trail entrance: about 50 minutes
Transportation
We will travel together by train
• From Taipei Main Station to Ruifang
• Transfer to the Pingxi Line
• Train: Local Train No. 4026
• Arrival at Lingjiao Station: around 11:46 AM
Total travel time: about 1.5 hours
We will start the hike from Lingjiao Station
EasyCard can be used, no need to buy a ticket
What to bring
• Enough water
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Towel
• Lunch or snacks
• Sunscreen (recommended)
Event details
Date: May 10 (Sunday)
Meeting time: 09:40 AM
Meeting point: Taipei Main Station (1F, West Gate 1, TRA area)
We’ll spend the day walking beside the river, through quiet forest paths, and visiting one of Pingxi’s more peaceful waterfall routes.
A good choice if you just want to move a little, get out of the city, and enjoy nature for a day.