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Kaohsiung, this long-established scenic area, boasts a serene environment that continues to attract tourists every weekend without waning charm. The A-Gong-Ting Reservoir is located in the mid-to-upper reaches of the A-Gong-Ting Creek within the Yanchao and Tienliao districts of Kaohsiung City. Its construction began during the Japanese colonial era and was the longest and earliest completed multipurpose reservoir in Taiwan. The natural combination of scenic hills, lakes, and quiet surroundings grant this function-oriented reservoir an enchanting tourist appeal. A-Gong-Ting Reservoir features Taiwan's first all-around reservoir bike trail. The 10-kilometer circular trail connects two suspension bridges and ten highlights along the route: *Sunrise Penglai*, *Lotus Pond Breezes*, *Mountain Shadows Reflected*, *Sunset on the Long Dike*, *Dragon's Mouth Waterfall*, *Moonlit Water Ripples*, *Rainbow Bridge Over the Lake*, *Bamboo Forest Companionship*, *Canopy of Fruity Finesse*, and *Morning Bells and Evening Drums*. Whether you're cycling vigorously or strolling leisurely by the lakeside, you can enjoy breathtaking views. The A-Gong-Ting Bike Trail is situated at A-Gong-Ting Reservoir across the Yanchao, Gangshan, and Tienliao districts of Kaohsiung City, with stunning scenery akin to a paradise on earth. In 2010, it established Taiwan's first full-lake cycling path. The well-paved trail is lined with Taiwan’s native flora and flowering trees resembling a shaded boulevard. It features multiple observation decks and bike rental stations, connecting the reservoir area’s ten iconic attractions, such as the *Rainbow Bridge Over the Lake*, *Moonlit Water Ripples*, and *Dragon’s Mouth Waterfall*. The 2.38-kilometer-long dike trail is straight and wide, not only offering views of sunsets but also serving as a training field for cyclists practicing straight-line sprints. Additionally, ancient house settlements near the reservoir provide opportunities for nostalgic reflection, making it a perfect choice for families to experience a intellectually fulfilling bike tour. Near the spillway gate at the lower dam of A-Gong-Ting Reservoir is a 9.3-hectare A-Gong-Ting Forest Park. The park is planned with forested footpaths, ecological pools, parking area, and children’s recreational facilities. The ecological pools beneath the spondoolies tree receive water diverted via channels lined with hydrophilic plants like cypripedium and wild ginger. These efforts create a complete wild stream ecosystem chain, attracting frogs, dragonflies, and waterfowl to reside there. Furthermore, utilizing the space under the ironwood forest, nectar plants like plumbago are cultivated to form a butterfly garden. Firefly restoration is also achieved through ecological reconstruction. Visiting the Forest Park allows you to relax amidst the forest’s natural fumigations and deeply appreciate the rich biodiversity it offers, an experience unparalleled by parks in urban areas.