Baolai Forest Recreation Area Introduction
Paoli Forest Farm is located in Paoli Village, Checheng Township, Pingtung County. It is an experimental forest farm affiliated with National Pingtung University of Science and Technology, primarily serving research and teaching purposes for forestry students and faculty, while also being open to external visitors. The farm cultivates many tropical tree species, creating a rich environment akin to a tropical botanical garden. The abundant planting naturally attracts various animal species, adding more ecological variety to Paoli Forest Farm, making it a suitable natural ecology paradise for outdoor excursions. Walking along the countryside path leading to Paoli Forest Farm, the hustle and bustle of the world fades away, replaced by scenes of grazing cattle and sheep. Seeing them leisurely wandering around makes one's own pace feel lighter and more carefree. Upon entering Paoli Forest Farm, visitors are greeted by a tree-lined path formed by tall trees, the air infused with the fragrance of grass and trees. This is the magic of phytoncides, elevating one's mood as the harmonious sounds of insects and birds create a symphony, making it feel like a paradise where worries quickly disappear. Due to factors like topography, temperature, and wind, Paoli Forest Farm predominantly plants drought-resistant, wind-resistant, and rare plants from the Hengchun Peninsula and Lanyu area, such as Acacia, Candelabra Tree, Albizia, Ivory Tree, Persimmon, Banyan, and Mahogany. The accompanying wildlife includes cattle egrets, gray-faced buzzards, mountain snails, red kites, chameleon lizards, and black bulbul. The scene, seemingly tranquil, is actually vibrant, showcasing the vitality of life in full display. If exploring Paoli Forest Farm isn't enough, visitors can head to the adjacent Paoli Ecological Leisure Farm (also known as Bi-Yuan Villa), which offers accommodations, camping areas, barbecue spaces, a water play area, and hiking trails leading deep into the forest. At the hillside of the farm, one can also find a Ficus macrophylla that is about a thousand years old, requiring several people to encircle its trunk. It is considered the treasure of Paoli Ecological Leisure Farm.
