After passing Nanya on the Coastal High, around the 85km mark, tourists will first be able to gaze upon Bitou Cape, extending into the crystal blue ocean around it! Those who admire Bitou Cape never forget to look back upon its majestic vessel-like erosion cliffs and the soldier-like mushroom rocks that stand uniformly upon erosion platforms, as an armada ready for battle. The name Bitou Cape, meaning Tip-of-the-Nose in Chinese, comes from the cape landform that protrudes into the ocean in the shape of a nose. The steep and protruding cape is much angulated, while under the towering cliffs, waves wait in line to crash upon them, naturally revealing the grandeur of Mother Nature. The Bitou and Longdong Bay Geological Park has a 1km-long coast and a bay of clear waters. There are 25 kinds of fish from 80 genera in the bay, such as labridae, pantodontidae, pomacentridae and hepatidae. Blue damselfish are the most common species and their colors are mesmerizing. There is a water playground, a scenic café, a geological exhibition room and a coastal ecology classroom. This is a great place for swimming, fishing, scuba diving and snorkeling.
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Oceanic Playground
The oceanic playground has been adapted from an illegal baby abalone farm. Today, it is paved with round pebble stones and full of clear waters. Except in the northeast monsoon seasons, it is smooth and peaceful. This is the best place to take water activities on the Northeast Coast, such as swimming, water play, scuba diving and snorkeling.
Children’s Playground
The beautiful children’s playground is filled with sea waters. The depth of water is just right; children can have as much fun as they like here.
Attic of Seas and Waves
You can gaze at Bitou Cape, Sandiao Cape and Longdong Bay from any corner of the attic. Take a look at the steep cliffs south of the Longdong Cape and you’ll be amazed. What makes this attic special is that large windows are used to create scenic views, and each of them looks like a graceful painting. It is a soul-refreshing experience sipping a cup of aromatic coffee away from the crowds, no matter in the day or the night.
Coastal Café
The Coastal Café is located on a square north of the parking lot. Looking out from the glass windows and you’ll see the beautiful Longdong Bay. Stone walls and floors, melodious music and vast ocean views make it an especially pleasant place to stay. On a clear day, you can sit beside a patio table, sip a cup of coffee and look at the blue sea and the sky as breezes blow.
Geological Exhibition Room
The Bitou and Longdong Bay Geological Park is the most special geological site on the Northeast Coast. At its Geological Exhibition Rom, there are detailed pictures and texts that explain all kinds of geological wonders, such as sea-eroded formations, sea-eroded cliffs, sea-eroded caves, sea-eroded platforms, marine terrace, and sea grooves. Appreciating these artistic works crafted by nature is one of the best ways to get close to it.
Costal Ecology Classroom
The open-air Coastal Ecology Classroom includes a sea-eroded platform and a 100 meter-long intertidal zone near the Oceanic Playground. On the platform are winkles, sea anemones and sea hares. In the intertidal zone are also sea anemones, winter aconites, small rock oysters, hermit crabs and all kinds of algae. This is a highly educational coastal ecology classroom formed in nature.
Ticket Information
Parking Fee: Bus:NT$100 / Car:NT$50 / Motorcycle:NT$20
Ticket: Adult:NT$120 / Discounted:NT$100 (age under 12 or above 65) / Group:NT$80 (over 30 people) / free admission for children under 3
Swimming Pool:Adult:NT$100 / Child:NT$80 (above 120cm) / free admission for local residence
※Swimming pool is closed between November to May, only parking fee is needed.
Rogue waves are likely to take place during northeast monsoon months (October – March). To ensure your own safety, please do not carry out any leisure activity by the shores.
Reminder: Bitou-Longdong is under entry control at the moment, please apply to the management office for entry permit.