Sancha Campground

Northern Taiwan


Literally 'Trident Campground', Sancha Campground, at over 3200m above sea level, is where the trail splits into two – the right path goes northeast towards Taoshan, while the left one heads northwest towards Xinda Cabin. Bring your own water.


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