From Trailguru
Overview
This park was developed on an abandoned quarry site in 1988. The terrain is undulating and footpaths are meandering. Several look-out points, some reaching more than 10 storeys high, provide breathtaking views.
The serene ambience of the park provides an ideal backdrop for a peaceful nature walk. Near the entrance of the park, at the foot of a high cliff wall, is a picturesque 1.2 ha pond. The pond runs deep and still - a relic from the mining days of the region.
Joggers will welcome the undulating terrain and the serene ambience of the park.
During the Second World War, the Japanese selected a site at which the MediaCorp's tower stands as a memorial for the soldiers who died. Today, all that remains of the memorial are two pillars and 120 concrete steps leading up to the transmission tower. The National Heritage Board had erected an information board, highlighting the significance of the site.
Getting There
By Bus
SBS service 170. TIBs services 67, 75, 171, 173, 184, 852 and 961. Alight along Upper Bukit Timah Road after the Courts furniture store and walk to the end of Hindhede Drive.
By Car
Travelling from the city, follow the direction of Upper Bukit Timah Road towards Woodlands, make a u-turn just after the Courts furniture store and turn left into Hindhede Drive. Drive until the end of the road. Limited parking is available at the foothill of the reserve.
Mountains
- Bukit Timah Hill: Highest point in the park and in Singapore.