無障礙自然步道對遊客之環境體驗評估研究—以陽明山國家公園為例

Abstract

近年國人休閒運動觀念意識提升，追求自然休閒運動的同時，須檢視相關自然遊憩設施所設立的無障礙設施是否符合實際需求，對於行動不便的人來說，規劃戶外行程需要更多考量，常因交通不便或缺乏無障礙設施等問題而受阻。如，銀髮族、孕婦、兒童和臺灣的身心障礙弱勢團體，行動能力相對於一般身體健全者或行動方便者較低。為使更多不同族群都能無障礙地親近大自然，需要考量通用設計或無障礙自然步道等參與式無障礙體驗方式，提供無障礙空間和步道平台，讓每個人都能輕鬆、愉快地體驗戶外森林，享受其中的樂趣。本研究旨在探討無障礙自然步道相關設施對行動不便遊客在戶外自然環境體驗評估。蒐集國內外自然環境無障礙空間步道設施案例及法規，分析對於行動不便者的影響及相關建議考量層面。以歐美和臺灣自然步道設施通用檢核表以及實地訪查，對陽明山國家公園之無障礙自然步道設施、空間動線、環境解說牌及指引標誌等進行調查檢核。透過訪談，分析無障礙自然步道相關設施確實能夠增加使用者對自然環境的自然體驗感，瞭解無障礙自然步道環境現況問題與設施使用者的體驗感受。研究結果顯示，停車位空間規劃和步道安全性為最先被處理，無障礙步道標誌和環境解說牌為次要，而在設施使用者認為步道間休憩區域，能有更好的空間利用規劃，步道的坡度、寬度和路面材質，提供全方面安全性保護。期望提升無障礙空間登山步道遊憩環境及設計發展，希冀能讓更多人能享受大自然的美好，實現社會共融的友善環境。In recent years, there has been an increased awareness and consciousness among Taiwanese people regarding leisure sports, with a growing pursuit of outdoor recreational activities in nature. However, it is necessary to examine whether the accessibility features of related natural recreational facilities meet the actual needs, particularly for individuals with mobility limitations, who often face barriers such as transportation difficulties or a lack of accessible facilities. Groups such as the elderly, pregnant women, children, and individuals with disabilities may have lower mobility compared to the general population. To enable a wider range of people to access nature without barriers, it is crucial to consider universal design principles and provide participatory accessibility experiences, such as accessible nature trails. These initiatives aim to offer accessible spaces and trail platforms, allowing everyone to easily and joyfully experience the outdoor forest environment and enjoy its pleasures.This study aims to explore the evaluation of accessible nature trail facilities on the outdoor natural environmental experiences for visitors with mobility limitations. It involves collecting domestic and international case studies and regulations related to accessible nature trail facilities, analyzing their impact on individuals with mobility limitations and relevant considerations. Using checklists based on universal design criteria for nature trail facilities from Europe, the United States, and Taiwan, as well as conducting on-site inspections, the investigation assesses the accessible nature trail facilities, spatial circulation, environmental interpretation signage, and wayfinding systems within Yangmingshan National Park. Interviews are conducted to analyze how these facilities indeed enhance users' natural experiential connection with the environment, while also understanding the current issues with the accessible nature trail environment and the experiences of facility users. The research findings indicate that parking space planning and trail safety are among the priority areas to address, followed by accessible trail signage and environmental interpretation signage. Users suggest that there should be better space utilization planning for rest areas between trails, and the slope, width, and surface materials of the trails need to provide comprehensive safety protection. The study aims to enhance the recreational environment and design development of accessible mountain trails, with the hope of allowing more people to enjoy the beauty of nature and creating a friendly environment for social integration.