Dongshi Forestry Cultural Park

Taichung Attractions

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The park was formerly known as the "Daxueshan Forestry Company," which was the largest sawmill in East Asia during the 1960s. It was the first facility in Taiwan to introduce American-style integrated operations and established a demonstrative forestry industry in Taiwan, driving the prosperity of the Taichung mountain city area. After the forestry company ceased operations, the park has preserved some precious historical sites related to the forestry industry. The log pond has transformed into an ideal habitat for migratory birds, insects, and other animals, showcasing the trend of transitioning from resource development to ecological conservation in forestry culture. In summer, the pond is adorned with blooming lotus flowers, making it the best spot for lotus viewing in central Taiwan. To cherish natural resources, the park has invited domestic and international masters to create uniquely styled wooden sculptures using driftwood collected over the years. Through the innovative carving techniques of the wood sculptors, the driftwood is given new life and sustainability, shaping the park into a distinctive ecological aesthetics park for wood carving.

Address：No. 1368, Sec. 6, Dongguan Rd, Dongshi District, Taichung City

Dongshi Forestry Cultural Park Introduction

The park was originally established as "Taiwan Dasyueshan Forestry Co., Ltd." to develop the forest resources of Dasyueshan. It was home to the largest sawmill in East Asia during the 1960s and was the first facility in Taiwan to introduce American integrated operations. The park is located at the starting point of Taiwan Provincial Highway 8 (about 2.3 kilometers in), next to National Dongshi Senior Industrial Vocational School, making it a necessary stop for accessing Guguan, Baxianshan, and Dasyueshan National Forest Recreation Area. It offers a diverse space for recreation and environmental education, combining natural ecology, forestry industrial heritage preservation, and wood carving art exhibitions. It is also the best spot for lotus viewing in central Taiwan during summer, currently offering free admission for visitors.

Ecological Artistic Cultural

Dongshi Forestry Cultural Park Travel Information

Address：No. 1368, Sec. 6, Dongguan Rd, Dongshi District, Taichung City

Transportation Methods：Route 1: Take the Fengyuan Bus 90, 153, or 153副, and get off at [Xinshengli Station] to reach the park. Route 2: Take the Fengyuan Bus 206, 207, 208, or 209, and get off at [Xinshengli Station] to reach the park. Route 3: Take the Fengyuan Bus 90, 153, 206, or 207 to [Dongshi South Station], get off at [Dongshi South Station], and walk about 10-15 minutes towards Guguan to reach the park.

Parking Information：Free parking lots for large and small vehicles are available.

Tickets：Free admission

Other Nearby Attractions： Taichung Hakka Cultural Park 、 Yongye Ecological Farm 、 Dongshi Hakka Cultural Park 、 Yueheng Gate 、 Dongshi Riverside Park 、 Pear Village Leisure Agricultural Zone 、 Kinmen Bridge 、 Shigeikan Toneyu Hakka Cultural Center 、 Yuanmi Greenhouse Vegetable and Fruit Tourism Farm 、 Malipú Leisure Agricultural Area

Nearby Cuisine： Amu Public Restaurant 、 Dongshi Large Bowl Ice Shop 、 DIDI DOMO Composite Restaurant 、 Lin's Dumpling House 、 Flavor Garden Restaurant 、 Dongshi Old Railway Station and Hakka Cultural Park 、 Dongxiang Coffee 、 Dongshi Forest Garden 、 Mushroom God Scenic Complex Restaurant 、 Another Smoke from the Cooking Pot