Best trails in Muro-Akame-Aoyama Quasi-National Park
Designated in 1970, Murou Akame-Aoyama Quasi-National Park is located in a mountainous region spanning from Mie Prefecture to Nara Prefecture. This quasi-national park is known for the Akame Shijuhachi Falls, a famous scenic spot. Although it is said to have 48 waterfalls, there are actually 23 waterfalls of various sizes to enjoy. All of the waterfalls are powerful and offer beautiful scenery, but the two we recommend are Fudo Falls and Biwa Falls.
Murou Akame-Aoyama Quasi-National Park is also famous for the salamander, which is a special natural monument of Japan and is said to be a "living fossil." They live in the rivers within the park, but you can also see them at the Japan Salamander Center at the entrance to Akame Shijuhachi Falls. It is a national park with many other attractions such as Mt. Mimine, Aoyama Plateau, and the historic Kaichoji Temple.
Top trails
- (44)•Moderate•3.7 mi•Est. 2–2.5 hrAkame 48 Waterfalls Trail (赤目四十八滝コース) is a well-known trail for beautiful deep mountain valleys and waterfalls that offer brilliant sceneries of the four seasons. Any season is a great time to visit. During the Spring, there are cherry blossoms, and in the Autumn, fall foliage. Summer is a bit humid and the falls may be frozen in the winter. There are five waterfalls gorgeous waterfalls you must check out! Fudo, Biwa, Senju, Nunobiki, and Ninai Falls are stunning!
- (2)•Hard•6.4 mi•Est. 4.5–5 hrMount Miune: Shindo Route (三峰山: 新道ルート) Heads to Mount Miune via Shindo Route. The mountain is rich in nature, with white azaleas and fresh greenery in early summer, autumn leaves, and foggy ice in winter. Another fascinating feature is the grassland called Hacchodaira near the summit, where you can enjoy excellent views.
- (3)•Hard•6.4 mi•Est. 5–5.5 hrMount Miune - Mitsue Youth Travel Village Loop (三峰山 - みつえ青少年旅行村) This route explores Mount Miune from Mitsue Youth Travel Village. The mountain is rich in nature, with white azaleas and fresh greenery in early summer, autumn leaves, and foggy ice in winter. Another fascinating feature is the grassland called Hacchodaira near the summit, where you can enjoy excellent views.
- (1)•Hard•4.2 mi•Est. 3.5–4 hrFudo Falls - Mount Miune - Noborio Loop (不動滝 - 三峰山 - 登尾ループ) This route explores Mount Miune from Noborio Route and back to the start point via Fudo Falls. The mountain is rich in nature, with white azaleas and fresh greenery in early summer, autumn leaves, and foggy ice in winter. Another fascinating feature is the grassland called Hacchodaira near the summit, where you can enjoy excellent views.
- Moderate•2.0 mi•Est. 1–1.5 hrMuroji Temple Walk (室生寺散策コース) Located on the dense Mout Muro, Muroji Temple has fascinated people for hundreds of years, despite its remote location that is difficult to access. The five-story pagoda and the stone steps leading up to it are surrounded by deep forests and colorful plants and flowers, giving the temple a different expression each season. The temple also houses many precious Buddhist statues registered as national treasures. The temple is also famous for its name "Onnin Koya"...
- Moderate•2.0 mi•Est. 1–1.5 hrSoni Plateau - Ikenotaira Plateau（曽爾高原 - 池の平高原） It is a short hiking route from Ikenotaira Kogen to Soni Kogen. This course has moss-covered cobblestones and stairs, and you can walk in a wonderful atmosphere. The Soni Plateau is a grassland covered with pampas grass, and is burned every year in mid-March. From spring to summer, it looks like a blue carpet is spread all over. In autumn, the ears of pampas grass shine silver and gold under the sunlight, and many tourists visit every year....
- Hard•4.6 mi•Est. 4–4.5 hrMount Miune: Fudo Fall Route (三峰山: 登尾ルート) This hike heads to Mount Miune from Noborio Route. The mountain is rich in nature, with white azaleas and fresh greenery in early summer, autumn leaves, and foggy ice in winter. Another fascinating feature is the grassland called Hacchodaira near the summit, where you can enjoy excellent views.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Muro-Akame-Aoyama Quasi-National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Muro-Akame-Aoyama Quasi-National Park is Akame 48 Waterfalls Trail, which has a 4.8 star rating from 44 reviews. This trail is 3.7 mi long with an elevation gain of 770 ft.
What is the longest trail in Muro-Akame-Aoyama Quasi-National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Muro-Akame-Aoyama Quasi-National Park is Mount Miune - Mitsue Youth Travel Village Loop. This trail is estimated to be 6.4 mi long.
How many trails are in Muro-Akame-Aoyama Quasi-National Park?
There are 12 trails in Muro-Akame-Aoyama Quasi-National Park. These trails have an average 4.7-star rating from 75 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Muro-Akame-Aoyama Quasi-National Park?
If you're looking for elevation gain, Muro-Akame-Aoyama Quasi-National Park has you covered. Mount Miune - Mitsue Youth Travel Village Loop boasts the most elevation gain with 2,575 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Fudo Falls - Mount Miune - Mitsue Youth Travel Village Loop, which will get you 2,362 ft of elevation gain.
Are there camping trails available in Muro-Akame-Aoyama Quasi-National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 6 camping trails in Muro-Akame-Aoyama Quasi-National Park and the most popular is Mount Kuroso - Soni Kogen with an average 4.5 star rating from 11 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in Muro-Akame-Aoyama Quasi-National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 running trail in Muro-Akame-Aoyama Quasi-National Park which is Mount Miune - Mitsue Youth Travel Village Loop with an average 4.8 star rating from 3 community reviews.
