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Chinshan Waterfall is the second-largest waterfall in Yangmingshan National Park. The hike itself is short and easy, with some spots to soak in the water.

  • READ the description for the plan and the schedule of the hike, expect the LATE return time.
  • Check the hyperlinks in the description for more details.

Be on time
The bus we are taking to Chinshan waterfall only comes once a day. We won't be able to wait for latecomers because of that.
However, you're welcome to catch up with us by taking an expensive taxi, and then hike on your own to try and catch up with the group.
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Ban policy

  • No-shows without a valid reason may result in being blocked from the group.
  • Late cancellations may be treated as no-shows.
  • Habitual offenders will be banned from the group.

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Remote area
No cell phone signals, no 7-11, limited bus services. Please stay with the group,
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No drunk hiking: Please be responsible to your own safety.
Leave earlier? Only if you are sure it's OK to hike alone on your own in the woods.
Hornet alert: Hornets can be deadly!

  • DON'T SWAT at hornets, they will attack you if we do that.
  • RUN AWAY immediately as fast as you can if hornets attack you.

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Trail

  • Level: 3 / 10
  • Distance: 4K trail + 6K paved downhill road
  • Ascent/descent: 397m/767m
  • Time: ~4.5 hours on the real trail (Waterfall / lunch breaks ~1h)
  • Trail condition: Mostly rugged trails, few steep paved stone steps. Can be slippery due to it rained for days.
  • Due to the transportation issues, we will need to walk back to the nearest bus stop on highway 2 along the country road for 6K, but don't worry, it is all downhill. Don't worry about sunburn either. It should be close to sunset by the time we finish the hike.

===Notes===

  1. Watch out for snakes/hornets/leeches and stay alert to your surroundings.
  2. The organizers are not responsible for your private schedule.
  3. If you want to leave earlier or go faster please prepare yourself on how to go back by yourself.
  4. The event will be changed/canceled/postponed if needed.

Highlights

Transportation

  • Bus 867 - Tamsui MRT exit 2
  • 13:00 - 順天聖母廟 (terminal stop)
  • If you are late please cancel your registration or find your own way to catch up with the group (no cell phone signals)
  • Join Line group to stay together during the hike

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What to bring / prepare

  • Lunch and snacks - IMPORTANT! NO SHOPS!
  • 2L~3L of water
  • Easy card
  • Cash to split any shared expenses such as dinner, taxis, etc.
  • Umbrella, raincoat, sunscreen, mosquito repellent
  • Headlamp: We will be starting late so it's possible that by the time we are walking on the road, it will already be dusk or even evening.
  • Optional: power bank

Return

  • ~17:30 Finished the hike
  • ~18:50 Take the bus from 老梅 to Tamsui MRT (~1 hour), or to have dinner there
  • 1 hour to Tamsui MRT station

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Meeting time: 11:20am
Meeting point: Tamsui MRT Exit #2
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*** Disclaimer ***
By joining this hike, you agree that you are responsible for your own safety. The organizers are not liable for any injuries, losses, or damages during the event. Participation is at your own risk.
OUR LINE GORUP: https://line.me/R/ti/g/ueK6Yih0Jv

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