The 'Jinmian Dajie' monument was commissioned by Liu Mingchuan, the first governor of Taiwan, during the Qing Dynasty.
The park is situated precisely on the mountain ridge that divides the Taipei Basin and the Lanyang Plain.
The site was historically part of the 'Beiyi Ancient Road' used by farmers and merchants to transport goods before modern tunnels were built.
The name 'Shihpai' translates to 'Stone Tablet', referring to the historic monuments preserved at the site.
The location serves as a micro-climate buffer, often resulting in sudden temperature drops compared to the lowlands.
Taipei–Yilan Boundary Park, also known as Shihpai County Park, is located at the 56.5km mark of the Beiyi Highway at an elevation of 538 meters. The park serves as the historical administrative and geographical border between Taipei and Yilan. Its centerpiece is the 'Jinmian Dajie' monument, a stone stele erected in 1887 to commemorate the construction of the mountain road. The observation platform provides a panoramic vantage point overlooking the Lanyang Plain and the Pacific Ocean, including Guishan Island. The area is a remnant of the historic Danlan Ancient Trail, a Qing Dynasty trade route linking the two regions. The park is characterized by a mix of natural temperate forest and historical stone markers. Visitors access the site via a mountain pass road that frequently experiences misty conditions due to its high altitude.
The stone observation deck overlooking the Lanyang Plain.
Bring a windbreaker or light jacket, as temperatures are consistently lower than in Taipei or Yilan city centers.
Check local weather reports specifically for the mountainous Beiyi Highway, as thick fog can obscure all visibility.
Carry a flashlight if visiting during late afternoon hours, as the mountain pass can darken rapidly.
Do not attempt to walk along the highway shoulders; use the designated park stone paths.
