Crystal Clear Turquoise Water

The Shakadang Trail, also known as Mysterious Valley Trail is an easy, well-maintained trail in Taroko National Park. The trail is 4.1 kilometers one way to Sanjianwu, it is an out and back trail and goes along with winding crystal clear turquoise water strewn with imposing marble boulders. The entrance to the trail is located at the exit of Shakadang Tunnel and includes a parking lot and bathroom facilities. You can take bus 310 bound for Tianxiang and alight at Shakadang trail. This trail is mostly flat and built along the river cliff, so travellers can easily observe both the rock folds and plants. While hiking half way, you will reach a set of stalls, selling traditional foods and crafts.