Trip Moments Recommendations
Newly Open Rifle Range Road
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Do you guys know that there is a newly open rifle range Road exploration where now it has a viewing deck located high about the forest.
Rifle range road forest is approximately 66 hectares big and now, there is a section where you are able to view from on top of a quarry(Coulgo Deck), and there are also broadwalks for easy walking for the older generations. The park has about 7km worth of trials, and of course there isn't water fountains located in your trials, so do bring ample water. There are so guided tours that I've seen, but I assume these are only on weekends by NParks themselves.
Morning Walk @BukitBatok Nature Park
Walking into Bukit Batok Nature Park is another different experience; by looking at the surrounding area, I never expected another hidden gem in the Bukit Batok area.
It was an abandoned site around 36hectare, redeveloped in 1988; this park has a quarry pool with a stunning view of the limestone hill. This is my favorite spot in this park; the surrounding is peaceful, and enjoying turtles swimming around inside the pool.
This park is also a resident place for many birds, chickens, and water lizards. Some native wild orchids are also spotted here, and it's part of NParks orchid conservation program.
Address: Cnr Bukit Batok East Avenue 2, Bukit Batok East Ave 6, Singapore 659761
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Nature Hike Chestnut Nature Park
Getting There - We took a train to Choa Chu Kang MRT, transferred to the LRT and took the LRT to Bangkit station. We alighted and walked (15 min) from there.
Attractions -
The nature park features a heavily forrested terrain - almost reminded me of my army days. My friends and I had some close encounters with wild boars and monkeys (very excited, and intense). Exercise caution but all in all, the animals are timid and generally do not harm people.
Dress well in preparation for the terrain (slightly muddy, uneven terrain).
Food & Restaurants -
Bukit Panjang Food Centre is nearby, but from there - be prepared to bring some water along. Be wary of monkeys along the trail, they are bold and will steal your food. Do not bring food to the trial/keep it hidden :)
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