Shakadang Trail


Shakadang Trail or Mysterious Valley Trail is a trail in Taroko National Park, Xiulin Township, Hualien County, Taiwan.

History

The trail was originally constructed as Shenmigu Trail during the Japanese rule of Taiwan as a path for the construction of Liwu Power Plant. In 2001, it was renamed to Shakadang Trail. The trail was closed on 23 September until 1 November 2019, except on 10–13 October 2019. In April 2024 during the Hualien earthquake, seven people who were hiking along the trail were found dead due to rockslide.

Geology

The trail spans over a length of 4.1 km. It follows along the Shakadang Stream. It begins at Shakadang Bridge, which has over 100 marble lions.