Dream Lake Introduction
Dream Lake is located on the southeastern slope of Qixing Mountain, at an elevation of about 860 meters. The exact formation cause is still unclear; it may be a crater lake or a depression due to gas vents or volcanic subsidence. A rare aquatic fern, Taiwan Water Celery, grows in the lake, making it one of the few areas in the world with such a low latitude for the species. This plant is extremely rare, and to protect this national treasure, Dream Lake has been designated as an ecological protection area. General visitors are prohibited from entering the lake area, but a platform is provided nearby for scenic views. The area experiences little rain in autumn and winter, and the lake often dries up, while in spring and summer, frequent rains can cause the lake to overflow. When shrouded in mountain mist, the lake, the mountain reflections, and the clouds create a dreamy and surreal景象. The route goes through Yangmingshan Bus Terminal -> Visitor Center -> Lengshuikeng Station → Dream Lake → Qixing Park → Visitor Center Station. Distance: From the Visitor Center, take Bus 108 to Lengshuikeng Station, passing through Dream Lake and Qixing Park back to the Visitor Center, a total distance of about 3.1 kilometers. Walking Time: About 110 minutes. Trail Conditions: The path from Lengshuikeng Station to Dream Lake is an uphill steep slope, while the trail from Dream Lake to the Visitor Center is a downhill steep slope. Features Along the Way: Dream Lake is an ecological protection area and a habitat for the national treasure Taiwan Water Celery and various aquatic plants. The chorus of frogs, insects, and birds resonates in the misty lake, highlighting the beauty of natural rhythms in tranquility. Qixing Park offers pavilions and long corridors; on clear days, it provides excellent views of the lush vegetation on the slopes of Qixing Mountain, the Taipei cityscape, Shamao Mountain, and the distant Xueshan Mountain Range.
