The wetland filters approximately 15,000 cubic meters of water daily through its ecological purification system.
The project was designed to address high levels of pollution in the Dahan River by using aquatic plants to strip nutrients from urban wastewater.
It is specifically engineered with a 'treatment train' of cascading ponds that slow water flow to facilitate sedimentation.
The restoration replaced invasive non-native plant species with native wetland flora to restore the local food web.
During peak migration, the wetlands serve as a temporary sanctuary for species traveling along the East Asian-Australasian Flyway.
Lujiao Creek Wetlands is a restored artificial wetland located along the Dahan River in New Taipei City, designed primarily for water purification and ecological conservation. The site utilizes a cascading pool system to filter urban runoff from the surrounding Shulin District before the water reaches the river. It serves as a vital habitat for migratory birds, particularly herons and egrets, which thrive in its dense riparian vegetation. The park features an extensive network of wooden boardwalks and gravel paths that allow visitors to observe aquatic flora and fauna up close. Unlike traditional parks, it functions as a decentralized sewage treatment facility using natural biological processes. The restoration project successfully transformed a previously neglected riverbank into a functional flood-detention and biodiversity zone. Educational signage throughout the park provides insights into the nitrogen and phosphorus removal processes occurring within the wetland cells.
The central observation deck overlooking the cascading purification pools at sunset.
Bring high-quality binoculars, as the wildlife is often shy and prefers the deeper sections of the marshes.
Apply mosquito repellent thoroughly, as the stagnant and slow-moving water creates a high density of insects.
Stick strictly to the raised boardwalks to avoid trampling the fragile ecological zones or encountering snakes in the tall grass.
Do not wander off the marked paths into the vegetation, as the muddy terrain can be unstable and hides venomous snakes.
Maintain silence to avoid disturbing nesting birds; do not feed wildlife; keep pets on a short leash.
