Xinshan Reservoir

Welcome to the verdant environs of the Xinshan Reservoir, located in the Anle District of Keelung City. Keelung is historically and affectionately known across Taiwan as the 'Rain City' due to its typically high annual…

Our exploration begins near the tranquil waters of Jinlong Lake, the traditional starting point for the ascent toward the reservoir's higher vantage points. Accessible via local bus routes such as the 501, which drops passengers…

A short, surprisingly brief ascent brings us to a crucial ecological zone: the Bretschneidera sinensis Ecological Park. What may initially appear as a simple rest platform actually harbors a botanical marvel of immense scientific…

Continuing upward from the ecological park, a mere few minutes of walking brings us to the First Viewing Platform. Here, the dense canopy momentarily parts, granting us our first elevated, albeit partial, glimpse of the Xinshan…

We now navigate the Flying Stone Trail, the final stretch leading to the summit of Leli Mountain. The nomenclature of the trail suggests a rugged, dynamic terrain, yet the reality is a remarkably accessible and swift ascent. …

We have reached the zenith of our hike: the summit of Leli Mountain, also recognized geographically as Xinshan, sitting at an elevation of 180 meters above sea level. This peak serves concurrently as the Second Viewing Platform. …

Descending from the peak, we take an alternative route that brings us closer to the engineered heart of the facility: the reservoir's main dam wall. Accessible by a paved road that allows for vehicular parking, this area offers a…

As our loop trail concludes and we navigate the rustic paths back toward the residential fringes of Jinlong Lake, the multifaceted nature of the Xinshan Reservoir becomes clear. This is not merely a basin of water; it is a vital…