Whether it’s the Pacific Crest Trail in the USA, El Camino de Santiago in Spain, Kumano Kodo in Japan, or any other famous trekking route, you’ll often hear from friends or see posts online about wonderful hiking experiences, filling you with anticipation and longing.

Going to these places out of envy can easily lead to disappointment when faced with challenges, as it might not meet your expectations.

Therefore, when you don’t know why you should start your journey, start by hiking around Taiwan. It doesn’t matter if you don’t finish the whole route; at least you can understand your physical and mental state in the process, and gradually you’ll understand why you started.

Step on the pedals with your own feet, see, listen, eat, and feel everything by yourself. All these experiences connect to “knowing Taiwan”… Through circling the island, I’ve come to know the place I grew up in and developed a deep affection for Taiwan. Perhaps, circling the island means “returning to the origins”… After completing the island circle, I can finally say I am a “true Taiwanese.”

This is the meaning of hiking around the island, and during this journey, the best place to stay on the northeast coast is Shui Nan Dong Shan Cheng Guesthouse!
Shui Nan Dong Shan Cheng Guesthouse is your best choice!
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Shan Cheng Guesthouse is situated at a high point in Shui Nan Dong, similar to Gao Gang Wu, and offers views of the Yin Yang Sea; at night, looking towards the East Sea, the fishing lights flicker gently, adding beauty and tenderness.

The greatest joy in life is to simplify, to read books, drink tea, and sleep with the sound of the sea. Every bright morning, the sunlight slowly touches the cups, making this place a serene spot amidst the chaos. The most tranquil accommodation in Shui Nan Dong, the backpacker’s guesthouse, is the best connection between us.

Start by heading to Lian Dong Elementary School, where, besides the slides, you can also overlook the miraculous coastal formations of the Northeast Corner.

Follow the route lined with black-roofed cottages reminiscent of Jiufen, head to Zheng Hao Cafe for afternoon tea and experience the Golden Waterfall,

Then proceed to AboutPizza Shui Nan Dong or Sweet House for a meal. This walking strategy is one of the easiest ways to experience the scenic, historical, and cultural essence of Shui Nan Dong!