Ashizuri Coast Recreation Area Introduction
Located in Fengbin Township, Shiti Bay is about 40 kilometers from Hualien City. The bay is surrounded by mountains, with a prominent rock formation called Dashi Nose Mountain standing about 100 meters tall at the southern end, creating a picturesque view. Shitih Beach features a 2.5-kilometer long stretch of fine, soft sand. During winter high tides, the underwater sand and stones appear grayish-black, while in summer, as the tide retreats under sunlight, they reveal a golden sandy beach, making it an ideal spot for water recreational activities. It has been developed into a coastal recreation area that includes a swimming beach, paragliding takeoff site, wooden camping area, restaurants, and other leisure facilities, making it a great destination for summer water fun on the east coast. To the west of Shiti Bay is Shitih Village, a settlement of the coastal Amis people. The southern side still hosts areas where fishermen use bamboo rafts to go in and out, often taking anglers out to fish at the reefs. Additionally, fishermen also catch various fish, including rabbitfish, through angling or night fishing for white bait fish. To the south of Shiti Bay is the Dashi Nose Mountain Trail, which is 910 meters long, mostly comprising wooden boardwalks. Visitors can observe the ecology and topography while going up and down the trail's steps, and the summit offers a broad view, making it a suitable nature trail for family outings.
