Qingshui Coastal Recreation Area Introduction
Located in Fengbin Township, Isozaki Bay is approximately 40 kilometers from Hualien City, surrounded by mountains, with a notable feature being the large Shibi Mountain, which rises about 100 meters at the southern end, creating a picturesque landscape. Isozaki Beach boasts a 2.5-kilometer-long stretch of fine, soft sand. During winter high tides, the underwater sand appears grayish-black, but in the summer, as the tide retreats and the sun shines, it reveals a golden sandy beach, making it a suitable place for water recreational activities. It has been developed into a seaside recreation area, featuring facilities such as a swimming beach, a paragliding launch site, wooden camping areas, and restaurants, making it an ideal spot for summer water activities on the East Coast. To the west of Isozaki Bay is Isozaki Village, which is a settlement of the coastal Amis indigenous people. The southern side still has fishing grounds where fishermen use flotation rafts to access the waters, frequently taking anglers out to fish at the rocky reefs. Additionally, fishermen also catch local species like the blackspot grouper using traditional fishing methods or engage in night fishing for silver croaker. South of Isozaki Bay, there is a 910-meter-long Shibi Mountain Trail, mostly comprising wooden walkways. Visitors can follow the undulating steps of the trail to observe the ecological and geological landscape, and the view from the summit is broad, making it a suitable natural ecological trail for family outings.
