Heping Island Coastal Park

Heping Island Coastal Park

Due to the constant battering of northeasterly monsoon winds and the erosive force of ocean waves over the years, Heping Island has developed unique natural landscapes.

Thousand-Layer Platform: The tofu rock formations at Thousand-Layer Platform were formed as rocks were eroded by sea tides over time, turning into square-shaped stones that, from a distance, resemble layers of terraced fields scattered across the landscape—an astonishing sight.

Holland Cave: Located near Thousand-Layer Platform, Holland Cave stretches over 20 meters in length. Legend has it that it was the last stronghold of the Dutch during Koxinga’s campaign to drive them out. Ancient Dutch inscriptions can still be found on the cave walls, making it one of Keelung’s historic landmarks.

Ten Thousand People Pile: Situated along the rocky shore at the northern tip of Heping Island, the Ten Thousand People Pile features a collection of oddly shaped rocks formed through years of sea erosion and weathering. These rocks resemble bathtubs, flower petals, and dressing tables. Scattered across the area, some even look like human heads—hence the name. The unusual landscape is a major attraction.

Although Heping Island is constantly exposed to sea winds, it boasts a rich variety of algae (such as nori, hair seaweed, deer horn seaweed, bamboo leaf seaweed, goose tongue seaweed, stonecrop, and red algae)

as well as abundant marine resources, including hairtail, elephant fish, mackerel, yellow chicken fish, lobsters, and more. These species migrate around the island with the seasons, making it a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts.

In addition, Heping Island Coastal Park offers recreational facilities such as camping areas, barbecue zones, boat rentals, and pedal go-karts, adding to the fun on the island.