Aofengshan Sports Park Introduction
The "Aofeng Mountain Trail" in the Qingshui District is insured for public liability. Aofeng Mountain Sports Park, formerly known as "Qingshui Park," is located on the northern slope of the Dadu Mountain plateau in Taichung City, covering an area of approximately 60 hectares. It connects to Ziyun Temple, forming a tourism route that attracts many visitors on weekends. People can be seen enjoying recreational activities such as playing, chatting, walking, and baseball on the vast lawns. The park features a kite area for families to enjoy kite flying and a barbecue area for friends to gather, grill, and socialize, all in a refreshing and tranquil environment, making it a perfect spot for family exercise and relaxation. The park includes several planned areas such as a children's playground, a cycling track, a kite square, a bird-watching zone, and a historic preservation area. The cycling track here is touted as Asia's first international standard venue, and the Giant company, known for producing Giant bicycles, also has a factory in Taichung, making Taichung a hub for cycling. In the bird-watching area, visitors can see various bird species along with other animals like squirrels and peacocks, always drawing the curiosity of many people. Additionally, there is a stone cave known as "Gui Zi Cave" beside the creek, approximately 1 kilometer long, featuring winding and varied passages, making it an excellent spot for exploration. This area offers different hiking routes to choose from, with a more relaxed route leading from Lover’s Slope to Qiyun Temple or Taizi Temple and returning via the steep East Mountain Road to the kite lawn. For those looking for a more active hike, entering from behind the bicycle track to Qiyun Temple or Taizi Temple and returning via the artificial steps of the Hongshui Road next to the Kecai Ancestor Hall is recommended. Local residents in Qingshui often prefer to take the "Shensheqi" steps up Aofeng Mountain, where the lush greenery creates a feeling akin to walking in a green tunnel, providing a refreshing experience.
