Qingtonglin Ecological Park Introduction
The area was originally planted with various types of phoenix trees and oil seed trees, hence it is known as "Tonglin". Every year in April and May, the flowering season sees the tung flowers falling like snow, creating a stunning sight. One can occasionally spot Formosan macaques, pangolins, and wild Formosan black bears foraging through the forest, as well as rare endemic species such as the Blue Magpie and the Eight-color Pigeon. At night, fireflies twinkle subtly while dragonflies and butterflies leisurely roam the mountains and forests, making it an excellent environment for observing natural ecology. Standing at the highest point allows for views of the picturesque Jiu-Jiu Peaks or a panoramic view of Taichung City. To allow everyone to connect more closely with this vast and pristine natural forest, a low-development approach has been adopted to avoid environmentally fragile areas, planning five interconnected mountain trails, namely the Tonglin Floral Corridor Trail, Aoshang Trail, Beikeng Creek Trail, Beikeng Creek Trail Branch, and Camphor Tree Forest Trail, with a total length of over 4,500 meters. Six wooden pavilions and observation decks have been constructed, allowing visitors to choose hiking trails according to their physical condition, walk and hike through the forest, appreciate the forest scenery and its flora and fauna, take breaks, absorb the forest's phytoncides, and enjoy a wonderful feast for the spirit amidst the natural beauty.
