Shouka is a major intersection in road travel in Taiwan, bringing together traffic from Kaohsiung, Taitung City, and Kenting.

Construction of the highway ran between 1933 and 1939 and became an important link between Taiwan's east coast with the rest of the island.

Cyclists attempting to cycle around the island of Taiwan must climb up to Shouka, as there is no other road possible between Pingtung and Taitung.

The staffed rest stop provides water, toilets, and repair tools free of charge for cyclists.

[5] The Water Resources Agency also operates a rain gauge on top of the rest stop.