A mountainous headland on Taiwan’s northeast coast nicknamed the ‘Taiwanese Great Wall’—dramatic sea-eroded landforms, a clifftop lighthouse, and big ocean views about 50 km east of Taipei. The clifftop and lighthouse section has been closed for landslide safety, so it's worth a quick check before you go.
A mountainous headland on Taiwan’s northeast coast nicknamed the ‘Taiwanese Great Wall’—dramatic sea-eroded landforms, a clifftop lighthouse, and big ocean views about 50 km east of Taipei. The clifftop and lighthouse section has been closed for landslide safety, so it's worth a quick check before you go.
Updated June 20, 2026
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Highlights亮點Taipei is dense and vertical. Bitou Cape is the opposite: horizontal ocean views, wind, and a feeling of open space. It’s a mountainous headland on Taiwan’s northeast coast in Ruifang District, about 50 km east of central Taipei, with dramatic sea-eroded landforms and a lighthouse at the tip—earning it the nickname the ‘Taiwanese Great Wall.’
The trail runs roughly 3.5 km one-way, a 2–3 hour round trip, and a former Marine Corps base here (the ‘Wave Crashing Camp’) is now a coffee shop. If you’re already doing north-coast or Ruifang-area destinations, adding this coastal walk makes the day feel complete.
One thing worth knowing before the trip: while the outdoor coastal trail is normally open 24 hours year-round, the clifftop/lighthouse trail and the lighthouse have been closed for rockfall and landslide safety.
Sections here have closed for landslide risk before, so it's worth a quick check on whether the upper trail has reopened, and it's wise to have a backup north-coast plan ready just in case.
Most routes start with the TRA to Ruifang Station. From there, take Keelung Bus 791 or 886, or the Tourist Shuttle 856 (‘Golden Fulong’).
Alternatively, New Taipei Bus F805 runs to Bitou Fishery Port, a useful access point on the cape’s coastline.
Dress for wind and sun. There’s little shade on the cape, so bring sun protection and water, and avoid the midday heat—late afternoon is ideal for sunset light, and clear days give the best views. Budget 2–3 hours for the full trail.
Coastal days feel better when you don’t rush. Walk, pause, then walk again, and plan your food stop after, not before, so you can enjoy the trail unhurried (Keelung is perfect for this).
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Tip: hours, prices, and seasonal schedules can change. When something matters (like a museum ticket or a special exhibition), check the official listing before you go.