Huilong to Yinge Trail 回音縱走 迴龍-鶯歌

It might not be raining around this area on Saturday. I have done this trail multiple times and it has good views on the "sunny day".
READ THE DESCRIPTION carefully and make sure you are fit for this hike.
Trail

Level 6/10
Difficulty: 17K long hike (5k on the paved roads), few short rope sections. 3 major climbs: 48/21/24 minutes. No slow hikers.
Distance: 17K, 6.5 hours
Total ascent/descent: 788m/738m
There may have obstacles after typhoon on the trail
Surfaces: Dirt paths, stone steps and 5K paved roads. Could be Slippery/muddy after rained.
Route: 迴龍捷運站-三福山-三角埔頂山-青龍嶺-大棟山小百岳-鶯歌石山-鶯歌火車站
Highlights: Possible silver grassland at 三角埔頂山, Panoramic view of the city at 大棟山.

Plan and Schedule

10:30 Meet at Huilong 迴龍 MRT station exit 2
We won't be waiting for latecomers. Late cancellations or no-shows may be banned.
Start hiking
12:00 Lunch
14:00 Passing by a cafe, we can decide if we want to have a cup of coffee or not
17:00 Finish the hike at the Yingge Train Station 鶯歌火車站
Dinner?

What to bring / prepare

Lunch and snacks
2-3L of water, salt candies.
Easy card
Cash to split the bill like dinner, taxis, etc.
Umbrella / raincoat / sunscreen / mosquito repellent / gloves / power bank / headlamp

Notes:

1. You must have the offline map if you want to go faster or leave earlier, the organizer is not responsible for your private schedule.
2. Turn around and run as fast as you can if hornets attack. DO NOT SWAT at any hornets around you.
3. Event may be changed/canceled/postponed.

\\ Disclaimer \
By joining this hike, you agree that you are responsible for your own safety. The organizers are not liable for any injuries, losses, or damages during the event. Participation is at your own risk.