The east, west, north, and south peaks surround the main summit. The east peak rises to a height of and is considered one of Taiwan's "Ten Major Summits" (十峻). The south peak is a sharp pinnacle of black shale. The relatively accessible west side of Yushan is covered with thick forests. The north peak is part of a long, gently-rising ridge; this peak consists of two high points that resemble a camel's humps. The North Peak is also home to Taiwan's highest permanently occupied building, the "Yushan Weather Station", where the occasional visitors are given a warm welcome.