Qingtonglin Eco-Park Introduction
The park was originally planted with various species of sycamore and tung trees, which is why it is called "Tonglin." The flowering period occurs in April and May, when the tung blossoms fall like snow, creating a breathtaking scene. Visitors may occasionally spot Taiwan macaques, pangolins, and the endangered Formosan black bear foraging through the forest, as well as rare endemic species like the Formosan blue magpie and the eight-colored bird. At night, fireflies twinkle softly, and swarms of dragonflies and butterflies float through the mountains, providing an excellent environment for observing nature. From the highest points, one can also enjoy a distant view of the beautiful Jiujiu Peaks and a panoramic view of Taichung City. To allow everyone to connect more closely with this expansive original forest, five trail systems have been planned with low impact development principles in mind, avoiding environmentally fragile areas. These trails include the Tonglin Flower Corridor Trail, Aoshan Trail, Beikeng Stream Trail, Beikeng Stream Trail Branch, and Camphor Tree Forest Trail, totaling over 4,500 meters in length. Six wooden pavilions and viewing platforms have been built, allowing visitors to choose a hiking trail based on their physical fitness and stamina, walk through the forest, enjoy the scenery, observe plants and animals, and take breaks to absorb the forest's phytoncides, all while leisurely indulging in the beauty of nature for a delightful spiritual feast.
