Cat Nose Head Park Introduction
Cape Cat is located at the southwestern tip of Taiwan, precisely at the boundary between the Taiwan Strait and the Bashi Channel. The name "Cape Cat" comes from a rock that has fallen from the sea cliff and resembles a cat lying facing the sea. The entire area of Cape Cat Park features a typical coral reef coastal erosion terrain, facing the windward side, which has resulted in vigorous coastal erosion. It is rich in landscapes such as cliffs, sea-eroded columns, sea-eroded grooves, sea-eroded caves, and sea-eroded potholes, making it an excellent outdoor classroom for geography. From the pedestrian path next to the Cape Cat Visitor Center, one can reach a natural viewpoint. Standing at the high cliff platform, visitors are greeted by an expansive view of the azure sky and boundless waters. Although the sea appears to be a uniform color, the left side is the Bashi Channel, while the right side is the Taiwan Strait, creating a wonderful sensation of standing at the boundary of the sea. From this vantage point, one can also gaze into the breathtaking scenery of the Hengchun Peninsula. Beginning from the land to the left front of the platform, one can see Mt. San Tai, South Bay, Mt. Da Shan Mu, Mt. Xiao Jian, Mt. Menma Luo, Mt. Da Jian, Kenting National Forest Recreation Area, Big Bay, Little Round Mountain, Small Bay, Sail Rock, Banana Bay Coastal Forest, Sand Island, and Eluanbi. Standing at the Cape Cat viewpoint allows visitors to take in all these beautiful landscapes, making it an exceptionally advantageous spot for sightseeing. The nearby waters of Cape Cat are traversed by the Kuroshio Current, which maintains sea temperatures between 21°C and 30°C, creating a suitable environment for numerous marine organisms to thrive. Below the surface, various types of hard corals, soft corals, tropical fish, eels, and crustaceans abound; in winter, the warm waters also facilitate the breeding of algae. As a result, the clear coastal waters are dotted with green and brown algae such as sea lettuce, red algae, and sargassum, complemented by other marine life and coral reefs, creating a unique coastal landscape.
