Baiyang Trail & Water Curtain Cave
白楊步道·水濂洞
A classic trail near Tianxiang that passes through tunnels and over suspension bridges to Water Curtain Cave, and one of the most popular gentle hiking routes in Taroko.
The entrance to the Baiyang Trail is on the Central Cross-Island Highway about 1 km west of Tianxiang. You first pass through a tunnel about 380 meters long, then follow the Taosai Creek gorge. Along the way are seven tunnels, two suspension bridges and Baiyang Falls. The final stop, Water Curtain Cave, has walls that drip water like a curtain, so you will need a raincoat and waterproof shoes. The one-way trip is about 2.1 km and takes 2 to 3 hours round trip on a gentle path. After the April 2024 Hualien earthquake, the trail was closed for an extended period. Be sure to check the Taroko National Park Headquarters for opening announcements before you go. The tunnels are pitch-black, so bring a flashlight.
Opening hours
Hours per management office announcements
Nearby sights
- Tianxiang & Xiangde Temple
- Lushui–Heliu Trail
- Taroko Gorge
- Tunnel of Nine Turns Trail
- Zhuilu Old Road
- Swallow Grotto (Yanzikou) Trail
- Buluowan Recreation Area
- Eternal Spring Shrine