[Family Travel]Bike Ride Amidst Scenic Beauty: Taitung Forest Park

Also known as the “Black Forest,” Taitung Forest Park offers views of three lakes—Pipa Lake, Mandarin Duck Lake, and Living Water Lake—making it a perfect place for families to go on a bike ride together.

Taitung Forest Park is just a 10-minute drive from downtown Taitung, making it very accessible. It’s recommended to rent a bike here, though many visitors also explore on foot. We rented a tandem bike for parents and kids, which cost 300 NTD. The tandem bike had gear settings, so it wasn’t hard to pedal at all.

The forest park is covered with a large area of casuarina trees, but there are still many spots without tree shade. Some darker corners are home to small black flies, so...

Riding through the forest trails on a bike, you’ll arrive at [a lake] that was naturally formed by tidal movements. With its emerald-green, crystal-clear waters, the beautiful scenery captivates many visitors who stop to take it all in.

The lush greenery and verdant lake surface create an incredibly stunning natural landscape.

The man-made Living Water Lake forms a beautiful scene with the blue sky above. During our visit, we happened to see dragon boats competing during the Dragon Boat Festival gently bobbing on the shimmering lake.

In the distance, you can see layers of verdant mountains surrounded by misty clouds—an idyllic, picturesque view.

Next, we pedaled our tandem bike to a nearby seaside park.

Aside from the Tree of Life, there are also some art installations here, making it a great spot for family photos.

On a cloudless day in Taitung, the summer heat can really become unbearable. Luckily, there are vendors near the entrance of the seaside park selling coconut water and ice cream.

Our little family of three cooled off completely thanks to that one ice cream cone!

A leisurely loop around Taitung Forest Park takes about two hours. After returning the tandem bike at the entrance, don’t forget to check out the nearby children’s play area.

Slides, swings—the little one had a blast playing here!

Taitung Forest Park offers a full experience of natural ecology and lake views, making it a great destination for family trips. Sharing this travel diary with everyone.

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