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Dongshan River Forest Park · official facts checked

Dongshan River Ecoark guide|mysterious waterway, electric boat, trains and family walks

Use current official sources to separate the inner Ecoark electric boat, the old-channel boat outside the south gate and downstream cruises, with 08:00–18:00 park hours, admission caveats, walks, water activities and transport.

Official Yilan on-site Ecoark photo:Riverside lawn and Smile Waterfront|宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處|宜蘭縣政府網站資料開放宣告

Name and place

冬山河生態綠舟(冬山河森林公園)

Use current official sources to separate the inner Ecoark electric boat, the old-channel boat outside the south gate and downstream cruises, with 08:00–18:00 park hours, admission caveats, walks, water activities and transport.

冬山河生態綠舟

Before a first visit

冬山河生態綠舟 and 冬山河森林公園 name the same park; Dongshan River Water Park is a different attraction downstream in Wujie.

A first visit can be walk-only. Check the inner boat separately, while the old-channel boat ticket booth and pier sit outside the south gate.

Open tourism data marks an admission-related fee and the current operator page lists NT$30, but the official attraction page publishes no formal price, so NT$30 is not treated as a permanent government tariff.

Checked on 2026-08-01 against the listed official and current sources. Admission, parking, boats, night trips, water activities, legal operators, pets and special-day hours can change; this is not a live operating, safety or price guarantee.

Dongshan River Forest Park · official facts checked

Quick facts

Address
宜蘭縣冬山鄉冬山路二段172號
Regular
Telephone
03-9591314; fax 03-9593604
Regular
Regular hours
Currently listed daily 08:00–18:00; check special-day notices
Regular
Suggested stay
About 2–3 hours; add time for water activities or other boats
Regular
Admission
Open data marks a fee; operator lists NT$30, not a formal government price
Currently unverified
Parking
Official page lists parking; confirm rates and event controls on site
Currently unverified
Walk from station
Walkable from Dongshan Station; follow the current exit and signs
Regular
Inner electric boat
Officially about 15 minutes; reconfirm timetable, fare and departure
Currently unverified
Water activities
Canoe, SUP and water bike are seasonal or reservation activities
Reservation required
Families and seniors
Walking and train views suit mixed ages; assess slopes, piers and wet ground
Regular
Weather
Mostly outdoors; rain, typhoons, heat and water conditions may alter service
Currently unverified

Dongshan River Forest Park · official facts checked

Choose a plan

Use current official sources to separate the inner Ecoark electric boat, the old-channel boat outside the south gate and downstream cruises, with 08:00–18:00 park hours, admission caveats, walks, water activities and transport.

1

60–90 minute walk

The park centres on outdoor forest, river, wetland, railway and art; current access and facility conditions always follow on-site signs.

  1. Main entrance and car park
  2. Visitor service area
  3. Earth playground
  4. Forest Pulse and railway bridge
  5. Hill of Hope and Hobbit House
  6. Riverbank and Smile Waterfront
  7. Inner boat pier
2

2–3 hour walk plus inner boat

Fares, departures, passenger thresholds, parking charges, approved operators and water sessions can change; reconfirm with official notices, the park and the current legal operator before travel.

  1. Main entrance and car park
  2. Visitor service area
  3. Earth playground
  4. Forest Pulse and railway bridge
  5. Hill of Hope and Hobbit House
  6. Riverbank and Smile Waterfront
  7. Inner boat pier
  8. Mysterious waterway by boat after service check
  9. Birdwatching platform and wetland
  10. Return by current signed route
3

Half-day reserved water activity

Fares, departures, passenger thresholds, parking charges, approved operators and water sessions can change; reconfirm with official notices, the park and the current legal operator before travel.

  1. Main entrance and car park
  2. Visitor service area
  3. Canoe or kayak
  4. Stand-up paddleboard
  5. Return by current signed route

Dongshan River Forest Park · official facts checked

Three boats compared

A first visit can be walk-only. Check the inner boat separately, while the old-channel boat ticket booth and pier sit outside the south gate.

生態綠舟園內電動船 (inner Ecoark electric boat)

Inside Dongshan River Ecoark; park admission is required

This boat uses the park riverbank and mysterious waterway. Official text says about 15 minutes; the operator says 15–20 minutes and currently lists 09:00–17:00, eight passengers to depart and eight maximum, all dynamic references.

Fares, departures, passenger thresholds, parking charges, approved operators and water sessions can change; reconfirm with official notices, the park and the current legal operator before travel.

冬山舊河道電動小船 (old-channel electric boat)

Outside Ecoark's south gate; no park admission is needed

The detailed official timetable says 08:30–11:30 and 13:00–16:30 every 30 minutes, while the page header says noon; reconfirm. NT$100 full and NT$50 concession are the 2026-08-01 page snapshot.

Fares, departures, passenger thresholds, parking charges, approved operators and water sessions can change; reconfirm with official notices, the park and the current legal operator before travel.

親水公園/傳藝中心船旅 (downstream Water Park–Traditional Arts cruise)

Downstream in Wujie; this is not the Ecoark location

Downstream cruises from the Water Park or Traditional Arts Center do not enter the Ecoark mysterious waterway; this guide does not freeze their fares, piers or timetable.

Fares, departures, passenger thresholds, parking charges, approved operators and water sessions can change; reconfirm with official notices, the park and the current legal operator before travel.

Dongshan River Forest Park · official facts checked

Core landmarks

Use current official sources to separate the inner Ecoark electric boat, the old-channel boat outside the south gate and downstream cruises, with 08:00–18:00 park hours, admission caveats, walks, water activities and transport.

Official Yilan on-site Ecoark photo:Mysterious waterway · 生態綠舟園內電動船 (inner Ecoark electric boat)

Mysterious waterway

Mysterious waterway · The park centres on outdoor forest, river, wetland, railway and art; current access and facility conditions always follow on-site signs.

Official Yilan on-site Ecoark photo:Forest Pulse footbridge · Dongshan River railway bridge

Forest Pulse footbridge

Forest Pulse footbridge · The park centres on outdoor forest, river, wetland, railway and art; current access and facility conditions always follow on-site signs.

Official Yilan on-site Ecoark photo:Dongshan River railway bridge · 生態綠舟園內電動船 (inner Ecoark electric boat)

Dongshan River railway bridge

Dongshan River railway bridge · The park centres on outdoor forest, river, wetland, railway and art; current access and facility conditions always follow on-site signs.

Official Yilan on-site Ecoark photo:Hill of Hope · Hobbit House

Hill of Hope

Hill of Hope · The park centres on outdoor forest, river, wetland, railway and art; current access and facility conditions always follow on-site signs.

Official Yilan on-site Ecoark photo:Hobbit House · Before a first visit

Hobbit House

Hobbit House · The park centres on outdoor forest, river, wetland, railway and art; current access and facility conditions always follow on-site signs.

Official Yilan on-site Ecoark photo:Riverside lawn and Smile Waterfront

Riverside lawn and Smile Waterfront

Riverside lawn and Smile Waterfront · The park centres on outdoor forest, river, wetland, railway and art; current access and facility conditions always follow on-site signs.

Official Yilan on-site Ecoark photo:Wetland and native habitat

Birdwatching platform

Birdwatching platform · The park centres on outdoor forest, river, wetland, railway and art; current access and facility conditions always follow on-site signs.

Official Yilan on-site Ecoark photo:Wetland and native habitat

Wetland and native habitat

Wetland and native habitat · The park centres on outdoor forest, river, wetland, railway and art; current access and facility conditions always follow on-site signs.

Official Yilan on-site Ecoark photo:Public art installations

Earth playground

Earth playground · The park centres on outdoor forest, river, wetland, railway and art; current access and facility conditions always follow on-site signs.

Official Yilan on-site Ecoark photo:Public art installations

Public art installations

Public art installations · The park centres on outdoor forest, river, wetland, railway and art; current access and facility conditions always follow on-site signs.

Dongshan River Forest Park · official facts checked

Original route diagram

On mobile, a localized ordered list replaces the diagram. Walking and boat segments are different, and current signs govern access.

On mobile, a localized ordered list replaces the diagram. Walking and boat segments are different, and current signs govern access.

  1. 1Main entrance and car park
  2. 2Visitor service area
  3. 3Earth playground
  4. 4Forest Pulse and railway bridge
  5. 5Hill of Hope and Hobbit House
  6. 6Riverbank and Smile Waterfront
  7. 7Inner boat pier
  8. 8Mysterious waterway by boat after service check
  9. 9Birdwatching platform and wetland
  10. 10Return by current signed route

Dongshan River Forest Park · official facts checked

Seasonal ecology

Spring greenery

The park centres on outdoor forest, river, wetland, railway and art; current access and facility conditions always follow on-site signs.

Summer water and heat

Fares, departures, passenger thresholds, parking charges, approved operators and water sessions can change; reconfirm with official notices, the park and the current legal operator before travel.

Autumn and winter birds

The park centres on outdoor forest, river, wetland, railway and art; current access and facility conditions always follow on-site signs.

Rain and typhoons

Fares, departures, passenger thresholds, parking charges, approved operators and water sessions can change; reconfirm with official notices, the park and the current legal operator before travel.

Dongshan River Forest Park · official facts checked

Water activities

Inner electric boat

輕艇先生工作室 · Official or current source:115年宜蘭縣水域遊憩活動合法業者一覽表

Fares, departures, passenger thresholds, parking charges, approved operators and water sessions can change; reconfirm with official notices, the park and the current legal operator before travel.

Canoe or kayak

輕艇先生工作室 · Official or current source:115年宜蘭縣水域遊憩活動合法業者一覽表

Fares, departures, passenger thresholds, parking charges, approved operators and water sessions can change; reconfirm with official notices, the park and the current legal operator before travel.

Stand-up paddleboard

輕艇先生工作室 · Official or current source:115年宜蘭縣水域遊憩活動合法業者一覽表

Fares, departures, passenger thresholds, parking charges, approved operators and water sessions can change; reconfirm with official notices, the park and the current legal operator before travel.

Water bike

輕艇先生工作室 · Official or current source:115年宜蘭縣水域遊憩活動合法業者一覽表

Fares, departures, passenger thresholds, parking charges, approved operators and water sessions can change; reconfirm with official notices, the park and the current legal operator before travel.

Official Yilan on-site Ecoark photo:Water bike
Official Yilan on-site Ecoark photo:Water bike|宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處|宜蘭縣政府網站資料開放宣告

Dongshan River Forest Park · official facts checked

Transport and parking

Checked on 2026-08-01 against the listed official and current sources. Admission, parking, boats, night trips, water activities, legal operators, pets and special-day hours can change; this is not a live operating, safety or price guarantee.

Walk from Dongshan Station

The park centres on outdoor forest, river, wetland, railway and art; current access and facility conditions always follow on-site signs.

Bus

Fares, departures, passenger thresholds, parking charges, approved operators and water sessions can change; reconfirm with official notices, the park and the current legal operator before travel.

Drive and coordinate navigation

The park centres on outdoor forest, river, wetland, railway and art; current access and facility conditions always follow on-site signs.

Navigate by Google Maps coordinates

Ecoark car park

Fares, departures, passenger thresholds, parking charges, approved operators and water sessions can change; reconfirm with official notices, the park and the current legal operator before travel.

Old-channel pier

The park centres on outdoor forest, river, wetland, railway and art; current access and facility conditions always follow on-site signs.

Bicycle connection

The park centres on outdoor forest, river, wetland, railway and art; current access and facility conditions always follow on-site signs.

Parking

  • Fares, departures, passenger thresholds, parking charges, approved operators and water sessions can change; reconfirm with official notices, the park and the current legal operator before travel.
  • Fares, departures, passenger thresholds, parking charges, approved operators and water sessions can change; reconfirm with official notices, the park and the current legal operator before travel.
  • Fares, departures, passenger thresholds, parking charges, approved operators and water sessions can change; reconfirm with official notices, the park and the current legal operator before travel.

Dongshan River Forest Park · official facts checked

Families, seniors and access

A first visit can be walk-only. Check the inner boat separately, while the old-channel boat ticket booth and pier sit outside the south gate.

Families, seniors and access

This guide does not claim full-site accessibility. Assess slopes, wet surfaces, water edges, piers and boat rules separately for children, seniors, strollers and pets; rain does not turn the park into an indoor option.

This guide does not claim full-site accessibility. Assess slopes, wet surfaces, water edges, piers and boat rules separately for children, seniors, strollers and pets; rain does not turn the park into an indoor option.

This guide does not claim full-site accessibility. Assess slopes, wet surfaces, water edges, piers and boat rules separately for children, seniors, strollers and pets; rain does not turn the park into an indoor option.

This guide does not claim full-site accessibility. Assess slopes, wet surfaces, water edges, piers and boat rules separately for children, seniors, strollers and pets; rain does not turn the park into an indoor option.

This guide does not claim full-site accessibility. Assess slopes, wet surfaces, water edges, piers and boat rules separately for children, seniors, strollers and pets; rain does not turn the park into an indoor option.

This guide does not claim full-site accessibility. Assess slopes, wet surfaces, water edges, piers and boat rules separately for children, seniors, strollers and pets; rain does not turn the park into an indoor option.

This guide does not claim full-site accessibility. Assess slopes, wet surfaces, water edges, piers and boat rules separately for children, seniors, strollers and pets; rain does not turn the park into an indoor option.

This guide does not claim full-site accessibility. Assess slopes, wet surfaces, water edges, piers and boat rules separately for children, seniors, strollers and pets; rain does not turn the park into an indoor option.

This guide does not claim full-site accessibility. Assess slopes, wet surfaces, water edges, piers and boat rules separately for children, seniors, strollers and pets; rain does not turn the park into an indoor option.

This guide does not claim full-site accessibility. Assess slopes, wet surfaces, water edges, piers and boat rules separately for children, seniors, strollers and pets; rain does not turn the park into an indoor option.

This guide does not claim full-site accessibility. Assess slopes, wet surfaces, water edges, piers and boat rules separately for children, seniors, strollers and pets; rain does not turn the park into an indoor option.

Official Yilan on-site Ecoark photo:Main entrance and car park
Official Yilan on-site Ecoark photo:Main entrance and car park|宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處|宜蘭縣政府網站資料開放宣告

Weather

  • This guide does not claim full-site accessibility. Assess slopes, wet surfaces, water edges, piers and boat rules separately for children, seniors, strollers and pets; rain does not turn the park into an indoor option.
  • This guide does not claim full-site accessibility. Assess slopes, wet surfaces, water edges, piers and boat rules separately for children, seniors, strollers and pets; rain does not turn the park into an indoor option.
  • This guide does not claim full-site accessibility. Assess slopes, wet surfaces, water edges, piers and boat rules separately for children, seniors, strollers and pets; rain does not turn the park into an indoor option.
  • This guide does not claim full-site accessibility. Assess slopes, wet surfaces, water edges, piers and boat rules separately for children, seniors, strollers and pets; rain does not turn the park into an indoor option.

Dongshan River Forest Park · official facts checked

2026 and current highlights

Checked on 2026-08-01 against the listed official and current sources. Admission, parking, boats, night trips, water activities, legal operators, pets and special-day hours can change; this is not a live operating, safety or price guarantee.

Currently unverified · 2026-06-062026-08-05

2026 Roam Dongshan River water programme

冬山河上游生態綠舟水域

Fares, departures, passenger thresholds, parking charges, approved operators and water sessions can change; reconfirm with official notices, the park and the current legal operator before travel.

Ended · 2026-06-062026-06-14

2026 Dongshan Balloon Carnival (ended)

冬山鄉舊河道碼頭乘船處旁

Fares, departures, passenger thresholds, parking charges, approved operators and water sessions can change; reconfirm with official notices, the park and the current legal operator before travel.

Event only · 2026-11-142026-11-14

2026 Dongshan River Marathon

冬山鄉冬山車站站前廣場(路線經生態綠舟)

Fares, departures, passenger thresholds, parking charges, approved operators and water sessions can change; reconfirm with official notices, the park and the current legal operator before travel.

Dongshan River Forest Park · official facts checked

FAQ

Are Dongshan River Ecoark and Dongshan River Forest Park the same place?

冬山河生態綠舟 and 冬山河森林公園 name the same park; Dongshan River Water Park is a different attraction downstream in Wujie.

Is Ecoark the same as Dongshan River Water Park?

冬山河生態綠舟 and 冬山河森林公園 name the same park; Dongshan River Water Park is a different attraction downstream in Wujie.

What are the current park hours?

Currently listed daily 08:00–18:00; check special-day notices

How much is Ecoark admission?

Open tourism data marks an admission-related fee and the current operator page lists NT$30, but the official attraction page publishes no formal price, so NT$30 is not treated as a permanent government tariff.

Can I visit only for a walk?

A first visit can be walk-only. Check the inner boat separately, while the old-channel boat ticket booth and pier sit outside the south gate.

Does the inner electric boat enter the mysterious waterway?

This boat uses the park riverbank and mysterious waterway. Official text says about 15 minutes; the operator says 15–20 minutes and currently lists 09:00–17:00, eight passengers to depart and eight maximum, all dynamic references.

How long is the inner boat ride?

This boat uses the park riverbank and mysterious waterway. Official text says about 15 minutes; the operator says 15–20 minutes and currently lists 09:00–17:00, eight passengers to depart and eight maximum, all dynamic references.

Does the inner boat have a fixed daily timetable?

Fares, departures, passenger thresholds, parking charges, approved operators and water sessions can change; reconfirm with official notices, the park and the current legal operator before travel.

Where is the Dongshan old-channel electric boat?

Outside Ecoark's south gate; no park admission is needed

Does the old-channel boat require Ecoark admission?

Outside Ecoark's south gate; no park admission is needed

What are the old-channel fare and times?

The detailed official timetable says 08:30–11:30 and 13:00–16:30 every 30 minutes, while the page header says noon; reconfirm. NT$100 full and NT$50 concession are the 2026-08-01 page snapshot.

Is the Water Park–Traditional Arts boat the same service?

Downstream cruises from the Water Park or Traditional Arts Center do not enter the Ecoark mysterious waterway; this guide does not freeze their fares, piers or timetable.

Can I arrive and immediately join canoe, SUP or water bike?

Fares, departures, passenger thresholds, parking charges, approved operators and water sessions can change; reconfirm with official notices, the park and the current legal operator before travel.

Can I walk from Dongshan Station?

Walkable from Dongshan Station; follow the current exit and signs

What is the parking fee?

Official page lists parking; confirm rates and event controls on site

Does it suit children, seniors or strollers?

This guide does not claim full-site accessibility. Assess slopes, wet surfaces, water edges, piers and boat rules separately for children, seniors, strollers and pets; rain does not turn the park into an indoor option.

Is the whole park fully accessible?

This guide does not claim full-site accessibility. Assess slopes, wet surfaces, water edges, piers and boat rules separately for children, seniors, strollers and pets; rain does not turn the park into an indoor option.

Can pets board the boats?

This guide does not claim full-site accessibility. Assess slopes, wet surfaces, water edges, piers and boat rules separately for children, seniors, strollers and pets; rain does not turn the park into an indoor option.

Is it suitable in rain, typhoons or at night?

This guide does not claim full-site accessibility. Assess slopes, wet surfaces, water edges, piers and boat rules separately for children, seniors, strollers and pets; rain does not turn the park into an indoor option.

Official sources

Checked on 2026-08-01 against the listed official and current sources. Admission, parking, boats, night trips, water activities, legal operators, pets and special-day hours can change; this is not a live operating, safety or price guarantee. · Last updated July 13, 2026

Image sources and rights

  • Official Yilan on-site Ecoark photo:Riverside lawn and Smile Waterfront宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處(頁面未另列攝影者) · 宜蘭縣政府網站資料開放宣告宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處
  • Official Yilan on-site Ecoark photo:Forest Pulse footbridge · Dongshan River railway bridge宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處(頁面未另列攝影者) · 宜蘭縣政府網站資料開放宣告宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處
  • Official Yilan on-site Ecoark photo:Dongshan River railway bridge · 生態綠舟園內電動船 (inner Ecoark electric boat)宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處(頁面未另列攝影者) · 宜蘭縣政府網站資料開放宣告宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處
  • Official Yilan on-site Ecoark photo:Mysterious waterway · 生態綠舟園內電動船 (inner Ecoark electric boat)宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處(頁面未另列攝影者) · 宜蘭縣政府網站資料開放宣告宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處
  • Official Yilan on-site Ecoark photo:Main entrance and car park宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處(頁面未另列攝影者) · 宜蘭縣政府網站資料開放宣告宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處
  • Official Yilan on-site Ecoark photo:Inner boat pier宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處(頁面未另列攝影者) · 宜蘭縣政府網站資料開放宣告宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處
  • Official Yilan on-site Ecoark photo:Water bike宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處(頁面未另列攝影者) · 宜蘭縣政府網站資料開放宣告宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處
  • Official Yilan on-site Ecoark photo:Hill of Hope · Hobbit House宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處(頁面未另列攝影者) · 宜蘭縣政府網站資料開放宣告宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處
  • Official Yilan on-site Ecoark photo:Hobbit House · Before a first visit宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處(頁面未另列攝影者) · 宜蘭縣政府網站資料開放宣告宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處
  • Official Yilan on-site Ecoark photo:Wetland and native habitat宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處(頁面未另列攝影者) · 宜蘭縣政府網站資料開放宣告宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處
  • Official Yilan on-site Ecoark photo:Public art installations宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處(頁面未另列攝影者) · 宜蘭縣政府網站資料開放宣告宜蘭縣政府工商旅遊處
  • Official Yilan on-site Ecoark photo:Original route diagramWaterEdge editorial · WaterEdge original editorial mapWaterEdge original route diagram

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