Best trails in Akiyoshidai Quasi-National Park
Akiyoshidai is one of Japan's leading karst plateaus, located almost in the center of Yamaguchi Prefecture. Akiyoshidai Quasi-National Park is a vast expanse of grassland, with countless white limestone formations reminiscent of flocks of sheep.
This plateau, which took 300 million years to form, is known for its beautiful scenery. It is also famous for having over 450 underground limestone caves, including Akiyoshido Cave. You can enjoy nature in every season, and there are plenty of accommodation options, including campsites.
Top trails
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•Moderate
•1.5 mi
•Est. 39m
Mount Wakatake - Karst Observatory Loop Mount Wakatake - Karst Observatory Loop (若竹山 - カルスト展望台ループ)
A walk heads to Mount Wakatake in the karst plateau Akiyoshidai from Karst Observatory. From the observatory and the route, you can enjoy spectacular views of Akiyoshidai, the largest karst plateau in Japan.
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Moderate
•9.5 mi
•Est. 3h 54m
Akiyoshido - Taisho-do - Akiyoshidai Auto Campsite (秋芳洞 - 大正洞 - 秋吉台オートキャンプ場)
This course will take you to popular outdoor spots in Yamaguchi Prefecture.
Akiyoshidai Auto Campsite is a campsite with a hot spring. It's a complete reservation system for corona infection measures.
Taisho-dong is located at the northeastern end of Akiyoshidai Quasi-National Park. Taisho-dong has long been called 'Ushikakure-no-do' (cattle cave). It is said that
Inside the cave, there are many highlights such as...
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Akiyoshidai Quasi-National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Akiyoshidai Quasi-National Park is Akiyoshidai Trekking Course, which has a 4.5 star rating from 13 reviews. This trail is 6.6 mi long with an elevation gain of 816 ft.
What is the longest trail in Akiyoshidai Quasi-National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Akiyoshidai Quasi-National Park is Akiyoshidai Trekking Course. This trail is estimated to be 6.6 mi long.
How many trails are in Akiyoshidai Quasi-National Park?
There are 4 trails in Akiyoshidai Quasi-National Park. These trails have an average 4.6-star rating from 23 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Akiyoshidai Quasi-National Park?
If you're looking for elevation gain, Akiyoshidai Quasi-National Park has you covered. Akiyoshido - Taisho-do - Akiyoshidai Auto Campsite boasts the most elevation gain with 1,295 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Akiyoshidai Trekking Course, which will get you 816 ft of elevation gain.
Are there camping trails available in Akiyoshidai Quasi-National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 3 camping trails in Akiyoshidai Quasi-National Park and the most popular is Akiyoshidai Trekking Course with an average 4.5 star rating from 13 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in Akiyoshidai Quasi-National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 2 running trails in Akiyoshidai Quasi-National Park and the most popular is Akiyoshidai Trekking Course with an average 4.5 star rating from 13 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Akiyoshidai Quasi-National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 biking trail in Akiyoshidai Quasi-National Park which is Akiyoshido - Taisho-do - Akiyoshidai Auto Campsite with an average star rating from 0 community reviews.
Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Akiyoshidai Quasi-National Park?
Yes, there are 3 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Akiyoshidai Quasi-National Park, including Akiyoshidai Trekking Course, Mount Kitayama - Akiyoshidai, and Akiyoshido - Taisho-do - Akiyoshidai Auto Campsite.