The park was developed as part of a city initiative to convert municipal waste disposal sites into public recreational green spaces.
The undulating topography is an architectural solution designed to cap and protect the underlying landfill layers.
The park serves as a test site for local soil remediation and native plant integration in urban Taichung.
It features designated zones for pet exercise and children's play, distinct from the passive lawn areas.
Environment Park, located in the Dali District of Taichung, is a repurposed urban space constructed on a former waste landfill site. The park features rolling green hills, walking trails, and open recreational fields that emphasize urban ecological restoration. It serves as a key green lung for the surrounding high-density residential area of Dali. Visitors can access elevated vantage points that provide panoramic views of the urban landscape. The grounds are integrated with functional drainage and environmental management systems concealed beneath the recreational surface. It remains a popular community space for local exercise and family activities throughout the year.
The highest grassy knoll, which offers an unobstructed view of the Taichung skyline against the park's greenery.
Bring a portable fan or umbrella for shade, as large mature trees are still growing and offer limited coverage.
Visit during the early morning or late afternoon to avoid the intense heat reflecting off the open ground.
The paths are well-paved, making them suitable for strollers and light exercise equipment.
Attempting to stray from marked walking trails into dense vegetation, as the terrain covers engineered waste layers.
Clean up after pets using the provided stations and adhere to noise restrictions in residential-adjacent zones.
