Pengpeng Beach Introduction
Pengpeng Beach is located in Baisha Township, situated between Bird Island and Yuanbei Island. Its formation is a result of ocean currents that washed sand from nearby places such as Jibei Island, Bird Island, and Yuanbei Island, creating a natural sandbar that accumulated in the waters off Bird Island. In 1986, Typhoon Wayne further contributed to this accumulation, forming a beach island that does not get submerged during high tide. Over time, the end of Pengpeng Beach has gradually connected with Bird Island, allowing visitors to wade across during low tide. The overall shape of Pengpeng Beach is narrow and elongated, composed of white coral fragments, shells, and quartz. At its far end, the sand shifts with the tides and ocean currents, resembling the tail of a white dragon in the sea, which has earned it the nickname "Living Dragon Beach." At Pengpeng Beach, visitors can enjoy a variety of water activities such as snorkeling, riding banana boats, and jet skiing. They can also try "transparent kayaks" or "SUP (Stand Up Paddleboarding)", which combines surfing and kayaking features, ensuring a fun experience! In addition to thrilling water activities, Pengpeng Beach is also an ecological conservation area. From April to October each year, many terns come here to breed and roost, primarily consisting of the roseate tern and the crested tern. As a result, three-quarters of the sandbar has been designated as a seabird protection area by the county government, prohibiting visitor access to prevent disruption of the birds' natural habitat.
