Taitung Forest Park
Eastern Taiwan Region
Taitung Forest Park, located in Taitung City, Taiwan, spans 280 hectares and is renowned for its dense stands of dark beefwood trees, earning it the nickname "Black Forest" from locals. The park features three main lakes: Pipa Lake, formed by underground springs; Egret Lake, a semi-natural wetland; and Huoshui Lake, an artificial lake designed for water sports and triathlon events. Visitors can enjoy walking and cycling along extensive bike trails that weave through the beefwood forests and connect the lakes. The park also offers viewing platforms and cabins for waterfowl observation, making it a haven for nature lovers and bird watchers. Its location near the mouth of the Beinan River and adjacency to Taitung Seaside Park provide diverse ecological and recreational opportunities. The park's establishment aimed to protect the area from sandstorms brought by the northeast monsoon by planting windbreak beefwood trees since the 1960s. Today, it stands as a popular destination for relaxation, exercise, and appreciating Taiwan's eastern coastal scenery.
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Astuce: The best time to visit Taitung Forest Park is during the cooler months from autumn to spring to avoid the intense heat and humidity of summer. Visitors are encouraged to bring bicycles or rent them locally to fully explore the extensive cycling paths connecting the three lakes. It's advisable to check the park's opening hours and consider purchasing tickets or passes in advance during peak tourist seasons. The park offers discounts for seniors, students, and groups, so inquire locally for available concessions. Early morning or late afternoon visits provide optimal lighting for photography and a quieter atmosphere for birdwatching.
Faits intéressants
- •The park is locally known as the "Black Forest" due to the dense dark beefwood trees that cover the area.
- •It contains three lakes: Pipa Lake, Egret Lake, and Huoshui Lake, each with unique ecological characteristics.
- •Huoshui Lake is specially designed to host water sports and triathlon competitions.
- •The park was created as a windbreak forest to protect Taitung City from sandstorms caused by northeast monsoon winds.
- •In 2021, a drone from a Taiwanese research institute crash-landed within the park.
Histoire
The area now known as Taitung Forest Park was historically prone to sandstorms caused by the northeast monsoon winds carrying fine sand from the Beinan River's mouth.
To combat this environmental challenge, starting in the 1960s, local authorities planted extensive windbreak beefwood forests along the coast, which created the dense and dark canopy that gave rise to the park's nickname, the "Black Forest." Over time, the area was developed into a public park with lakes formed naturally and artificially to support aquatic life and recreational activities.
A notable recent event occurred in 2021 when an unmanned aerial vehicle from the National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology crash-landed in the park.
Guide du lieu
Pipa Lake
A natural lake formed by underground springs, Pipa Lake is a tranquil spot within the park known for its aquatic flora and fauna. It offers serene views and opportunities for waterfowl observation from nearby platforms.
Egret Lake
Originally a swamp wetland, Egret Lake has been semi-naturalized and restored to support diverse bird species and wetland ecology. It is accessible via bike trails and walking paths connecting the park's forest areas.
Huoshui Lake
An artificial lake constructed to accommodate water sport events and triathlon competitions, Huoshui Lake is a focal point for active recreation within the park.
Beefwood Forests1960s
The dense beefwood trees planted since the 1960s serve as windbreaks protecting Taitung City from sandstorms. Their dark canopy gives the park its nickname "Black Forest."
Contact
Téléphone: 08 936 2025
