The 'Sea Ring' sculpture at the end of the walkway was designed by artist Ju Ming's foundation, referencing the concept of a marriage ring.
The park's platform is constructed to be resistant to the high-salinity and strong wind conditions of the northern coast.
The site was previously known for an older, smaller ocean platform that was decommissioned due to structural safety concerns before the current version opened in 2021.
The park is situated along a section of the coastline that historically served as a quiet fishing village transit point.
The elevated walkway is designed to allow sea turtles and local marine life to inhabit the waters below with minimal disturbance to the substrate.
Zhilan Park is a coastal recreational area in Sanzhi District, New Taipei City, centered around a 57-meter-long silver, winding bridge that extends directly over the Taiwan Strait. Known locally as the Zhilan Park Ocean Platform, the structure features a prominent, large, multi-colored ring-shaped art installation at its terminus. The park serves as an integration point for the North Coast coastal walking trail system. Its landscape design emphasizes open views of the ocean horizon and direct access to a small, sandy shoreline. Visitors can walk the elevated platform to view the sunset over the water from a vantage point clear of traditional beach obstacles. The area includes public restroom facilities and basic paved pathways connecting to the adjacent roadway.
From the center of the 'Sea Ring' sculpture looking back toward the coastline during golden hour.
Wear UV-blocking eyewear and sunscreen, as there is limited natural shade on the exposed ocean platform.
Visit during low tide if you intend to explore the rock pools accessible from the park's sandy shore access points.
Bring a windbreaker, as the open platform experiences strong gusty conditions even on calm days.
Do not attempt to climb or sit on the edge of the silver art installation for photos, as it is slippery and structurally delicate.
The park remains open 24 hours, but the bridge may be restricted or closed during extreme weather alerts like typhoons.
