[Family-Friendly Attractions]Ultra-long Tree Trunk Slide at Jinhe Sports Park

Bao Bao Wen published Taiwan’s ultimate slide guide, featuring over 40 unique slides, which received an overwhelming response. In 2016, they’re continuing the journey, shifting focus back to Zhonghe in New Taipei City—home to an incredibly fun curved tree trunk slide that’s truly one of a kind in Taiwan. Slide enthusiasts, don’t miss this. Follow Bao Bao Wen (bobowin) and their family on their slide-hunting adventure.

Address: No. 350-1, Jinhe Road, Zhonghe District, New Taipei City
GPS Coordinates: N24°59’34.7” E121°29’14.8”
Opening Hours: The park is open 24 hours (Zhonghe National Sports Center: 06:00–22:00)
Transportation: Parking available at Zhonghe Sports Center; 20-minute walk from Jing’an MRT Station.
PS. The tree trunk slide is currently under renovation. Check the Jinhe Park fan page for the latest updates.

Jinhe Sports Park and Zhonghe National Sports Center are located in the same area—you can easily visit both and spend a full day here. Jinhe Park has plenty of slides and even a splash pool in summer, while the sports center features an indoor children’s playroom, all for free (Recommended reading: )

Zhonghe Sports Center has tons of facilities, and the most exciting one is the inline hockey rink—parents will love bringing kids here. The rooftop climbing wall is another highlight.

The first floor is an open space, with the children’s playroom located there. (Recommended reading: )

The table tennis room requires a fee: NT$95 per hour, with paddles and balls available for rent.

Equipment and venue rentals are handled at the counter on the first floor.

The indoor children’s playroom requires socks to be worn. It’s spacious and protected from the weather, making it a great rainy-day alternative.

On a cool, cloudy day, take a stroll outside—the basketball court is right next to the sports center.

Zhonghe Jinhe Sports Park is spacious with well-maintained facilities. Highlights include a 300-year-old Camphor tree and the mysterious tree trunk slide—don’t miss them.

A 300-year-old Camphor tree surviving in such a densely developed urban area is truly remarkable.

The park also retains forest trails.

Here comes the mysterious tree trunk slide—today’s star attraction and the Nth slide conquered by Fu Bao Ge. We’ve lost count already.

Whoever came up with the idea of wrapping a slide in a tree trunk must be a creative genius—it’s simply ingenious and instantly captivating.

Standing at the top of the slide and looking out over Jinhe Sports Park in Zhonghe, it’s actually quite beautiful. You can see the MRT in the distance, though the station is a bit far—kind of a shame.

The slide is only for children aged 5–12. Please follow the rules.

Fu Bao Ge can’t wait to zoom down—but before you go, parents must make sure the child ahead has exited the slide, as it goes pretty fast.

Watching the kids scream with joy on the slide makes even Bao Bao Wen want to have a go. But rules are rules. (Also partly because I’m afraid I might get stuck!)

Fu Man Bao Di, who isn’t yet five, plays on other equipment nearby. There’s also a whole section of slides designed for toddlers.

Family outings where you play together with your kids are so important—they create shared memories and help children grow braver and more curious.

Another children’s slide area is suitable for kids under 3.

The largest area in the sports park is the playground, which sees plenty of activity.

With Jinhe Sports Park in Zhonghe and Zhonghe National Sports Center, residents now have even more great places to stay active. Bring your family here for a weekend outing.

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