Qixing Mountain (Taipei) Mountain
Highest peak in Yangmingshan National Park, Taipei
Yangmingshan's highest peak accessed by popular trails across volcanic terrain. Tourists hike for city and ocean views, examine fumaroles, and combine the climb with nearby hot springs and flower displays.
Qixing Mountain (Taipei) at a Glance#
Address: Yangmingshan National Park, near Xinbeitou and Shilin Districts, Taipei City, Taiwan
Website: https://www.ymsnp.gov.tw
Hours: Open 24 hours (park access); visitor centers typically 9:00am-5:00pm
Admission: Free (Yangmingshan National Park entry typically free); some shuttle fees
About Qixing Mountain (Taipei)#
Qixing Mountain (七星山) is the highest peak in Taipei City, located within Yangmingshan National Park. It is a volcanic summit noted for its seven-peaked ridge and panoramic views of the surrounding city and coastline.
The mountain is popular with hikers and day visitors for its accessible trails and summit viewpoints. The main ridge culminates at the principal summit, which offers clear views over northern Taipei on good days.
Geologically it is part of the Datun volcanic group and was formed by volcanic activity. Over time the area has become established as recreational open space and is managed within the national park.
Qixing sits in the northern suburbs of Taipei, within Yangmingshan National Park, north of central Taipei and close to the Beitou district. Trailheads and visitor facilities are reached from the park’s road network and public transport links to Yangmingshan.
- Elevation: About 1,120 metres above sea level, making it the highest peak within Taipei City limits.
- Access and setting: Part of Yangmingshan National Park and the Datun volcanic group, it is a popular day-hike destination with panoramic views over Taipei.
How to Get to Qixing Mountain (Taipei)#
From Taipei MRT, take the Wenhu Line to Xinbeitou or the Tamsui-Xinyi Line to Jiantan and change for the Yangmingshan bus (R5) or local shuttles. The R5 bus goes up to Yangmingshan park entrances and trailheads; in high season expect crowded buses and consider starting early.
Tips for Visiting Qixing Mountain (Taipei)#
- Start before dawn for the sunrise over Taipei from the summit ridge
- Wear windproof clothing - the summit is exposed and can be chilly even in summer
- Use the Yangmingshan bus (Taipei Bus R5) from Shilin for a direct approach to trailheads
Best Time to Visit Qixing Mountain (Taipei)#
Best visited in spring and autumn for stable weather and clear visibility; summit hikes are popular at sunrise and late afternoon.
Weather & Climate near Qixing Mountain (Taipei)#
Qixing Mountain (Taipei)'s climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 26°C. Heavy rainfall (2997 mm/year), wettest in August.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 8° - 13° | 11° | 160 mm | overcast | 86% | 7.8 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.6h |
| February | Poor | 8° - 14° | 11° | 173 mm | overcast | 86% | 6.6 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.2h |
| March | Acceptable | 10° - 16° | 13° | 199 mm | overcast | 83% | 5.6 m/s | 1.0 high | 11.9h |
| April | Acceptable | 14° - 19° | 16° | 180 mm | overcast | 82% | 4.9 m/s | 1.3 high | 12.6h |
| May | Acceptable | 16° - 22° | 19° | 264 mm | overcast | 83% | 3.9 m/s | 1.6 very high | 13.3h |
| June | Good | 19° - 24° | 21° | 308 mm | overcast | 84% | 3.9 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.6h |
| July | Very Good | 20° - 26° | 23° | 283 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 3.9 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 13.4h |
| August | Very Good | 20° - 25° | 23° | 411 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 3.8 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.9h |
| September | Very Good | 18° - 23° | 21° | 409 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 3.5 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Acceptable | 16° - 21° | 18° | 287 mm | overcast | 84% | 3.1 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.4h |
| November | Acceptable | 13° - 18° | 15° | 165 mm | overcast | 85% | 6.6 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.8h |
| December | Poor | 10° - 15° | 12° | 158 mm | overcast | 85% | 7.5 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.4h |
