MacRitchie Nature Trail

#singapore 4-5 kilometers on foot with my 80-year-old father along what is known as the “boys’ path”. Facing the canteen area and the toilet from the parking lot, turn left and you’ll see the band’s parking lot that looks like a maze on the lake. The bridge zigzags through the water and this is the most famous with older Singaporeans who ran “across the country” when they were connecting young men and women. On the other side of here, the top of the hill is the tomb of the local war hero Lim Bo Singh. He died too young under betrayal and ambush. His descendants are still between us and one is a high-ranking military man who plays water polo. In addition to the easy-to-find path along the water edge, the walk begins. Note that if you’re walking in the morning, it’s best to walk along a very stable walking platform on the edge of the water because the sun will be on your back and you may enjoy dragon flies, fish, observe lizers and with luck, you may even discover the rays of a dodgy freshwater bite. Simple seats about 200-300 meters on this platform to admire the tank and pick up a break from walking, admiring the place, or simply having a quiet conversation. At the end of this walk, you can either return to the jungle path or return in the same way along the platform. The jungle path will provide more cold walking and more diluted sound but is not recommended if it has rained the day before nor during the monsoon season. Walking wasn’t a problem for my old dad and we had a great time chatting in this “Controlled natural walking.” Nothing is too extreme.

MacRitchie Reservoir Park is a beautiful nature reserve located in the heart of Singapore. It's one of the oldest reservoirs in the city and serves as a crucial water source. Here are some key features and activities you can enjoy at MacRitchie Reservoir Park: 1. **Scenic Reservoir:** The park surrounds the serene MacRitchie Reservoir, offering stunning views of the water and lush greenery. It's a popular spot for jogging, walking, and picnicking. 2. **Hiking Trails:** MacRitchie boasts a network of well-maintained hiking trails, including the famous TreeTop Walk. The trails take you through a variety of landscapes, including dense rainforest and wooden boardwalks. 3. **TreeTop Walk:** This suspension bridge takes you high above the trees, providing a unique perspective of the rainforest canopy. It's a must-visit for nature enthusiasts. 4. **Biodiversity:** The park is home to diverse flora and fauna, including macaques, monitor lizards, and a wide range of bird species. It's a great place for birdwatching and wildlife photography. 5. **Kayaking and Canoeing:** Visitors can rent kayaks and canoes to explore the reservoir. It's a peaceful way to enjoy the water and get closer to nature. 6. **Education and Research:** MacRitchie Reservoir Park also hosts educational programs and research initiatives. There's a visitor center where you can learn about the park's history and ecological importance. 7. **Conservation:** The park plays a vital role in preserving Singapore's natural heritage and serves as a green oasis in the midst of urban development. Overall, MacRitchie Reservoir Park offers a tranquil escape from the city's hustle and bustle, making it a popular destination for both locals and tourists seeking to connect with nature. #mysgmemories #singaporetrip #mysgmemories #flowerlover #singapore

The MacRitchie nature trail - consisting of several different paths and tracks for all ages, is a serene oasis brimming with natural beauty and tranquility. The trail begins with a wooden boardwalk, gently guiding adventurers through a dense forest canopy. The fresh air is filled with birdsongs, continuous chirping of insects and the occasional rustling of leaves, allowing you to immense in all the beauty of nature. Besides the variety of flora and fauna, as the path winds deeper into the heart of the reserve, the verdant foliage gives way to glimpses of the tranquil Upper Peirce Reservoir where you get to watch the small fishes gently swim by. On many occasions, your walk will also expose you to also macaques, monitor lizards, woodpeckers, colugos, wild boars and many other wildlife which you will definitely enjoy watching. Whether strolling along the winding paths, marveling at the diverse flora and fauna, or simply finding peace in the stillness, a visit to MacRitchie Nature Trail is an unforgettable experience! Tip: Visit in the early morning or late afternoons for higher chances of seeing more wildlife. #macritchie #singaporenature #singaporetravel #nature #naturetrail #greenery #forest #naturewalk #naturelover

I love nature for it's tranquility and the fresh air that surrounds it, thus I would find my temporary escape from city like and go on a hike. Today's hiking trail leads me to both the lornie trail and the chemperai trail at Macritchie Reservoir. From Macritchie Reservoir, you would be able to access the Lornie trail. The start of lornie trail is covered with small rocks and gravels but it is a relatively easy walk. After a short while, it would then lead you to the Chemperai trail and you would be able to see it. Now, the chemperai trail is a much more relaxed and beautiful trail. There are proper wooden broadwalks set on top of the Reservoir waters. As you walk, you can admire the amazing views of the Reservoir waters and the sound of water crashing in. The gentle breeze blowing against you and as the trees sway to it, it is such a relaxing walk. There are also information boards that gives you details on the wildlife within the forest and information on the different floral and fauna. The trail eventually leads to a small path near Singapore Island country club and you could either do a detour or head to the treetops walk etc. This is such an enjoyable trail and I m pretty sure you will enjoy it too. #wecreate

The air in the morning is the freshest and the coolest and that's my favourite time to hike. The trail that I took for my morning hike is the Macritchie Nature trail, where there's lots to see and explore. It is not just the floral and fauna that's fascinating along this trail, but also the wildlife that you can spot along the way. I was able to spot monkeys, squirrels and even a Malayan flying lemur hugging a tree. You just have to pay attention to the nature around you, and slowly appreciate it's beauty and peacefulness in the forest. The Macritchie Nature trail has a mixture of proper pathways and also rocky paths so be sure to wear good fitted shoes. Sheltered huts for resting your tired feet and to seek shelter can be found along the hike. However, there are no toilets nearby until you reach the end of the trail, or unless you hike to the toilet nearest to the ranger station. The end of the Macritchie Nature trail will lead you to the beautiful Macritchie Reservoir Park. If the weather is great, perhaps you would like to try this wonderful hiking trail. #singapore

Recently we had a mini hike and exploration into the wilderness in the Macritchie Nature Reserve where we went towards the broadwalk on the Petai Trial. The Petai Trial is a trial that has a one way distance of approximately 2km 1 way and takes you about roughly 30mins to explore the whole Trial with photo taking of the reservior where the calm waters and reflection of trees and plant making this a very photoworthy Trial to be. This Trial is also one of the more popular Trial due to its relatively easy hike with the amazing waterfront views where this broadwalk skirts around the nature reserve. You will often see joggers and walkers here also, so if you are going alone you do not need to be afraid ^^ #celebratewithtrip #macritchie #naturereserve #singapore #park #macritchiereservoir #hiking #trekking #views

Looking for an easy hike with a well pathed track? Consider the Petai Trial which is right after the Prunus Trial also a similar broadwalk. The only difference of the Petai Trial, it has an elevation of close to 75feet where it requires to climb up and down some stairs and it's a longer Trial of about 3.5km 1 way and will bring you into the gravel path of inside of the macritchie forest. #celebratewithtrip #mytripvlog #hiking #singapore #nature #weekend #hiking #petaitrial #trials

Looking for some outdoor adventure, one recommendation is to head to macritchie reservior and head to one of the many trial this place has to offer. One of which is the lornie trial where this will bring you towards the water catchment area with views of the beautiful calm waters of the singspore reservior where at times you will see sport activities like canoeing and fishing here. Instagrammable spots are also all around the area with the many backdrops of the macritchie forest. #celebratewithtrip #mytripvlog #singapore #naturewalk #macritchie #weekends #hike #singapore

We started our trip at Caldecott MRT station and walked 10 minutes to get to MacRitchie Reservoir Park. From there it was a 4-hour hike through MacRitchie Nature Trail. The trail took us to the Treetop walk and return via Jering Boardwalk and Chemperai Boardwalk which is about 11 km round trip. Half of the trail is unpaved with lots of stones so it would be better to wear a pair of hiking shoes. Bring enough drinking water too as some parts the hike are quite strenuous on steep slopes. Overall it was a tiring but worthwhile trip! #nature #macritchie #reservoir #naturereserve #hike #hiking #treetopwalk #boardwalk #naturetrail #park #singapore

MacRitchie Reservoir is Singapore's oldest reservoir. The park is a popular spot for nature lovers and water sports enthusiasts. The treetop walk is a free-standing suspension bridge connecting the two highest points in MacRitchie, you can have a bird's eye view of the plants and animals that live in the forest canopy. The walking trail is also an excellent way to see the natural attractions. Water sports like kayaking and canoeing are also popular activities here. It is opens from 7am to 7pm. The treetop walk is open every Tuesday and Friday, from 9am to 5pm only. During public holidays, Saturdays and Sundays, the park is open from 8.30am to 5pm. It only closed on Mondays except if it's a public holiday. Highlights: TreeTop Walk, walking trail, water sports Rating: 4/5 #park #singapore

Getting There - Via MRT (Caldecott Station) and then walk 10-15mins to the reservoir Attractions - MacRitchie Treetop walk, Central Catchment Nature Reserve, Kayaking, Hotels - Nil Food & Restaurants - There is a Mushroom Cafe over there that sells good food like Old Chang Kee, Ice cream, Nasi Lemak Shopping - Nil This is a place to see beautiful flora and fauna whereby it is a nature reserve where people go and hike the mountains and see the beautiful scenery. Hiking is a good form of exercise whereby we get to breath in the nature air and also get to experience what is it like to be surrounded by trees. I personally like the Hilltop tree walks which is one of the main attractions there whereby we get to cross over the hanging bridge and see the view of the nature reserve.

Address - Old Upper Thompson Road Ambiance/Facilities - greens and still water, reservoir, tracks, hiking Highlights - discover the beauty of lower and upper pierce reservoir which is part of macritchie. Hikers usually come here to chill and hike from beginner to difficult level, depending on the direction they are heading to and from. Usually after rains it will be slippery so better be careful. Lower pierce is a small distance walk, stretch below 1km; but it's connected with upper pierce which is wider and further than lower pierce. Great place to enjoy nature with mixture of greens and water. Avg. Price per Person - free Rating - ⭐⭐⭐⭐ #createwithtrip #makememories #lowerpierce #upperpierce #macritchie #reservoir #singapore #moreinsg #naturewonders #park #hiking