The park contains the only public library in Taiwan constructed primarily of wood and designed to meet 'diamond' level green building standards.
Beitou Creek is one of the only places in the world where a rare mineral, 'hokutolite,' is naturally deposited by the geothermal water.
The park layout was originally planned to emulate the structure of Japanese urban garden parks, incorporating elements of the local valley topography.
The thermal waters flowing through the park maintain a high acidity level due to the volcanic activity of the nearby Datun Volcano Group.
Beitou Park is a historically significant municipal park centered around the Beitou Hot Spring thermal stream. The park follows the valley of the Beitou Creek, which is fed by natural sulfurous hot springs. It was established in 1913 during the Japanese colonial period, making it the first park in Taiwan created according to Western design principles. The area features a unique microclimate that supports diverse flora, including rare ferns and aquatic plants. The park houses the Beitou Hot Spring Museum, a prominent timber-framed building from the early 20th century. Visitors can observe the 'thermal valley' effect, where volcanic steam rises from the water surface within the park boundaries. The park serves as the primary gateway to the wider Beitou hot spring district, linking urban walking paths to historic hot spring architecture. It functions as a riparian corridor that integrates natural geological features into an urban setting.
The wooden terrace area overlooking the Beitou Public Library and the stone bridges crossing the thermal stream.
Bring a small towel to utilize the public foot-soaking areas located along the stream.
Walk the full length of the park to transition from the low-lying modern street level to the forested, higher-elevation sections.
Avoid touching the water in the stream, as some sections carry extreme temperatures and high sulfuric content.
Do not attempt to bathe in the stream or thermal creek, as most public soaking facilities are contained within designated bathhouses rather than the open park water.
Maintain quiet to respect the residential surroundings; do not enter the fenced-off stream areas.
