
Mountain temple and steep trail
Xianshan Lingtung Temple and Official Trailhead
Treat the temple visit and summit trail as two decisions. A visit to the religious site does not mean every traveller should climb.
- Address
- No. 24, Xiaodongshi, Xindian Village, Shitan Township
- Coordinates
- 24.54212, 120.94861
- Official contact
- Lingtung Temple · +886 37 931373
- Public transport
- Confirm limited public service or reserve a vehicle and return.
- Driving and parking
- Use only signed legal spaces; keep homes, narrow roads, trailheads and rescue access clear.
- Wheelchair / stroller
- The temple is layered and stepped; the mountain trail is not accessible.
- Toilets and supplies
- Temple facilities depend on current opening; no reliable services on the trail.
- Pets
- Follow temple rules and assess steep steps and wildlife.
- Weather
- Do not climb in rain, fog, wet rock, rockfall, closure or low light.
- Suggested stay
- 1–3 hours
- Hours
- Confirm current opening, booking, access and any closure before departure.
- Admission
- Public streets and worship are generally free; farm, tour or activity fees vary.