The most popular hiking trails in Taichung City are in the Dakeng Scenic Area, and these are numbered #1-10. These trails are relatively easy and have some great views of eastern Taichung City and the surrounding mountains.

Dakeng Scenic Area is a well maintained hiking area with ten main hiking trails. Trails #1-5 are more difficult and harder to get to, and trails #6-10 are easier and more accessible via public transportation. All of these trails are somewhat interconnected and traverse the hills in eastern Beitun District of Taichung City, and have great views of the city and surrounding mountain scenery.

These trails are especially popular with Taichung City residents on the weekends.