David on Formosa

This morning I returned to Fuxing in Taoyuan County, where I had visited last week to see the Xiao Wulai Waterfall (小烏來瀑布). Xiao Wulai should not be confused with Wulai in Taipei County. They share much in common though  — a beautiful setting in the mountains, home to the Atayal tribe and spectacular waterfalls. 

The best thing about the waterfall is the fantastic view of it. You can not only take in the entire drop of the waterfall but a vista of surrounding mountains and valleys. Its worth noting that getting to the viewpoint where this photo was taken involves no hiking. You can drive there by car.

There are a few short hiking trails around the waterfall. Near the top of the waterfall you can see the "Wind Moving Rock" (風動石). A large boulder that appears very precariously balanced. You can walk down to the base of the falls, but can't get really close where you might experience the roar of the water. They were doing some work there and I guess access was restricted for safety reasons. 

The "Long Rainbow" Bridge (長虹橋) leading to the base of the waterfall.  

After I finished exploring the area around the base of the waterfall I rode further up the valley where I had this magnificent view.