Ta-an Forest Park Park

Ta-an Forest Park (commonly known as Da’an Forest Park) is a large urban park in the Da’an District of Taipei, Taiwan. It opened in the 1990s and serves as a major green space in central Taipei.

The park features wide lawns, walking paths, a central pond, a children’s playground and areas for birdwatching, providing recreational space for runners, families and office workers. It functions as an urban retreat and is commonly used for exercise and leisure.

The park was created as part of Taipei’s urban planning to provide public green space and has been managed as a municipal park since its opening. Facilities and landscaping have been developed to support everyday recreational use and community events.

Ta-an Forest Park is located in central Taipei’s Da’an District and is easily reached from the city’s metro network. It sits within the city’s urban grid and is surrounded by residential and commercial neighbourhoods.

• Area: Covers roughly 26 hectares, making it one of Taipei’s largest urban green spaces.
• Best time to visit: Mornings and weekdays are typically quieter and better for jogging or birdwatching, while weekends attract many local families.

What to See#

• Central pond: A large central pond flanked by walking paths and lawns, used for birdwatching and as the park’s focal water feature.
• Playground and lawns: A well-equipped children’s playground and open lawns that are commonly used for picnics, jogging and informal recreation.

Ta‑an Forest Park is in New Taipei/Taipei area and can be reached by city bus or taxi from central Taipei. Use local transit apps for the best bus routes; the park is a short walk from nearby neighborhoods.

• Arrive early morning to hear birds when the forest is quiet and the light is soft.
• Follow marked trails and avoid venturing into restricted areas-some zones are protected to regenerate native flora.
• Visit the small observation decks for photo angles that avoid the crowds.