The Beishi River within the park is part of a strictly managed fish sanctuary where angling and netting are prohibited to support local biodiversity.
The park's location is a key watershed area for the Feitsui Reservoir, which provides drinking water for a large portion of the Taipei metropolitan area.
The riverside pathways are designed to be part of the larger Pinglin cycling and hiking network that connects several local tea estates.
Water clarity in the Beishi River is high enough to allow for easy observation of native Formosan landlocked salmon ancestors and various carp species from the footbridges.
Pinglin Riverside Park is a riverside green space situated along the Beishi River in the heart of Taiwan's premier tea-growing region. The park features paved pedestrian paths that trace the riverbank, providing direct access to the water's edge and clear views of the surrounding mountainous landscape. It serves as a connector between the Pinglin Tea Museum and the historic Pinglin Old Street. The area is heavily influenced by local water conservation policies, resulting in a protected ecosystem that supports diverse river flora and fauna. Visitors can observe schools of fish in the clear, protected waters of the Beishi River. The park is integrated into a larger trail system that includes boardwalk sections and bridge crossings over the river. It functions as a public leisure space for residents and a scenic stop for those touring the tea plantations of New Taipei City.
The suspension bridge that spans the Beishi River provides a panoramic vantage point of the water and the surrounding green valley.
Bring a hat and sunscreen, as the riverbanks offer minimal natural shade during the midday hours.
Combine your walk with a visit to the adjacent Pinglin Tea Museum to better understand the local industry.
Bring insect repellent during the summer months due to the proximity to the river ecosystem.
Do not attempt to feed the fish or enter the water, as the area is a strictly protected ecological conservation zone.
Maintain silence near the riverbanks to avoid disturbing the local wildlife and respect the strict no-fishing regulations.
