Table 1. List of ecological assets in Ansan

Ecological assets Type Explanation
1 Sadong park Park Connected to surrounding mountains, mainly used as a hiking route, and previously served as a pathway for wildlife movement within the city center. But it is currently disrupted and in a poor condition.
2 Seongtae-mountain Mountain There are habitat for newts (amphibians), holding significant ecological importance.
3 Ansan Idong park Park The area is equipped with various sports facilities and also has other amenities and recreational facilities installed for the convenience of visitors.
4 Eoullim park Park It is primarily utilized by residents of Sadong as a walking and exercise space, and it is also a popular spot for dog walking, attracting many people.
5 Bugok mountain forest park Tourism resources The park offers various attractions, experiential activities, and a renowned children’s forest experience center. It is also known for its rich biodiversity with a wide variety of species.
6 Gwangdeok-mountain Mountain At the summit, there is a pavilion called “Palgakjeong” (an octagonal pavilion) constructed. Ansan City Public Cemetery is also located in the park. It is adjacent to Gwangdeok sports park.
7 Ansan central park Park It is a park where forest bathing is possible, and it attracts a large number of visitors due to its exercise facilities, amenities, and walking trails.
8 Wonpo park Park It serves as a buffer green space between the Banwol industrial complex and residential areas, and it holds high ecological value due to its function as a habitat for narrow-mouthed toad.
9 Banwolcheon stream River·marsh It has significant ecological value as a large-scale agricultural area for food production and as a habitat providing sanctuary for migratory birds.
10 Sihwa lake Ansan reed marsh Park·marsh It provides a resting place for urban residents and serves as an educational space through water purification, maintenance of biodiversity and the creation of a natural ecological park.
11 Hwajeongcheon River Nature-friendly ecological streams considering landscape, resident usage, and waterfront environments.
12 Ansancheon River Nature-friendly ecological streams considering landscape, resident usage, and waterfront environments.
13 Masan Mountain It is connected to hilly and mountainous areas, and although its cultural service function may be limited, it holds high ecological value due to its high biodiversity.
14 Hanyang University erica campus egret habitat Mountain White herons can be observed hatching and rearing their young from April to June. The presence of Sihwa lake and reed wetlands in the vicinity supports these migratory birds as a feeding and habitat area.
15 Seongho/Danwon sculpture park Park The park has many auxiliary facilities, allowing not only leisure activities for citizens but also ecological and historical educational activities.
16 Suri-mountain Mountain It is good at in its regulatory service function and provides opportunities for hiking and leisure activities as cultural services. It also serves as a supporting service to maintain genetic diversity.
17 Nojeokbong waterfall park Park·mountain With its various amenities and attractions, it is a highly utilized leisure space for citizens. It is well-known for its artificial waterfall and rose garden, among other features.
18 Hwarang amusement park Park The park has a large area and offers not only everyday leisure activities but also various festivals and cultural events. It is also a habitat for aquatic plants and has high ecological value as a destination for winter migratory birds.
19 Banwol park Park The park is located adjacent to residential areas, and it offers a wide range of facilities such as pavilions, making it popular among citizens. It is perceived as a nature-friendly park due to its environmentally friendly character.
20 Ansan lake park Park It is designed with consideration for the ecological environment, and the park is surrounded by Ansancheon and Hwajeongcheon, where the two rivers converge. Various types of organisms inhabit this area.
21 Chilbosan Mountain This mountain has dense vegetation, including pine trees, creating favorable conditions for plant growth. It is well-known for its orchid habitat, contributing to its high ecological value.
22 Geongeoncheon Stream A walking path is constructed from Geongancheon to Banwol reservoir, and there is a section where it meets Banwolcheon, occasionally used by residents.
23 Green area Jungang-Gojan station Park It is intended to serve as a green network connecting the central part of Ansan city.
24 Byeolmangseong fortress site Heritage·green area This place is one of the local attractions for family outings because of the beautiful historical scenery along the stone steps.
25 Observatory park Park It needs to be revitalized as a shelter and cultural space for workers at the Banwol Sihwa industrial complex.