Jiaming Lake (Taiwan)

臺東縣, 臺灣

13.3 miles (21.4 km) · 6,480 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Jiaming Lake (Taiwan) is a 13.3-mile loop route in 臺東縣, 臺灣, gaining 6,480 feet of elevation. The route follows a back-loaded elevation profile, finishing 803 feet higher than it starts. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 3 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 3.5 miles gaining 3,509 feet at an average 38.1% grade. Only 30% of the terrain is runnable — expect substantial hiking throughout. The route both opens and finishes with a climb.