Golden Dragon Lake Introduction
Jinlong Lake is located in a valley between Shuangfeng, with a gourd-shaped surface, resembling a piece of jade quietly resting in the mountains. Formerly known as "Dapi Lake," it covers an area of 6 hectares and boasts a vast expanse of primitive forest. The lakeside is densely wooded, providing ample shade from green trees; most of the surrounding area consists of wetlands, secondary forests, and open grasslands formed from abandoned farmlands. In the nearby fields and wetlands, water buffalo and egrets can often be seen leisurely roaming, creating a quaint and tranquil scenery. In recent years, the Dawu Township Office has developed a road around the lake, lined with beautiful frangipani trees. The lakeside path, which is over 2 kilometers long, is suitable for leisurely walks or biking around the lake. Surveys conducted in Jinlong Lake have recorded species such as woodpeckers, squirrels, butterfly skippers, rain frogs, and marsh shrimp, along with various plants like Ficus carica, Zingiber zerumbet, Taitung fire thorn tree, and Taitung cycad. Along the lakeside road, there are resting pavilions where visitors can enjoy the beautiful lake view, watch squirrels chase each other, and various birds soaring joyfully in search of food. Outdoor activities such as hiking, boating, fishing, sightseeing, walking, barbecuing, and camping can also be enjoyed in this scenic area, making it an ideal spot to escape for a leisurely half-day.
