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Living in the city and want your family to experience the joy of nature up close? Looking for a hiking trail suitable for elders? The **Multigenerational Accessible Trail of Tiger Head Mountain** in Taoyuan City is an ideal option. Featuring wide, gently sloping boardwalks, this trail is wheelchair and stroller-friendly, making hiking a universally accessible activity regardless of age or fitness level. Bring the whole family for a relaxed and carefree outdoors adventure! The 1.5-kilometer Multigenerational Accessible Trail starts at the Or Forest Academy and follows the surrounding hill road (San-Sheng Road) to Tao Xin Pavilion. Along the way, it links existing attractions such as the central plaza, picnic area, Mushroom Pavilion, Rotary Pavilion, and Jingde Temple. New additions include the "Caterpillar Flower Tunnel," with its spherical wireframe structure serving as a standout highlight. As you walk, enjoy leisurely strolls beneath tree shadows and scenic stops such as the Squirrel Nest Platform and Bird Nest Treehouse. If lucky, you may even catch a surprise close encounter with the mountain’s wildlife and birds! Themed sections like the Rain Drop Spring and the Triple-Step Eco-Pool further enrich the experience. The Triple-Step Eco-Pool features three levels dedicated to "Turtle Sunbathing," "Creating a Frog’s Home," and "Draco Lizards (Dragonflies) in the Sky." These eco-themed zones offer chances to explore the habitats of fascinating natural creatures. The second phase of the Tiger Head Mountain Multigenerational Accessible Trail, completed in August 2018, extended the total route length to 2.5 kilometers. It connects from the parking lot of the Northern Senior Cultural and Recreational Center to the Shrine of the Loyal. The entire trail remains step-free. For further exploration, visitors can also continue along the Tiger Ridge Breeze Trail to the renowned Tiger Head Mountain Environmental Park, famed for its panoramic city night views. Unlike traditional concrete paths, this trail uses a raised wooden boardwalk structure. This design minimizes earth disruption and protects plant and animal habitats, leading environmental education efforts. Hiking in the forest offers both exercise and a refreshing forest bath—a unique opportunity for outdoor exploration. You can also enjoy observing butterflies fluttering gracefully among mangrove cypresses, *Prunus taiwanensis*, *Liquidambar Formosana*, and Southern Skimmia, all while immersing yourselves in Tiger Head Mountain’s diverse natural and cultural heritage. The trail seamlessly connects to other park paths, allowing for optional visits to attractions like the Confucius Temple, Chiang Kai-shek's Plum Garden, and the Shrine of the Loyal.