Chestnut Nature Park

Chestnut Nature Park
Chestnut Nature Park
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Chestnut Nature Park is Singapore’s largest nature park. It comprises the southern area that opened its doors in 2016 and the northern area that opened a year later. The park occupies a total area of 81 hectares along the edge of the Central Catchment Nature Reserve.

It is home to a number of globally threatened bird species. These include the Brown-chested Jungle Flycatcher and the Straw-headed Bulbul. You might also catch sight of endangered plants such as the Kayu Arang and Fan Palm.

Highlights:

  • The park is located at the eastern end of Chestnut Avenue.
  • It is unique in that it has separate mountain-biking and hiking trails.
  • Chestnut Nature Park is smoke-free, and pets are not allowed.
  • It is a requirement to obtain a permit for hiking in the surrounding nature parks.

AMENITIES:

  • Shelters
  • Pavilions
  • Information map boards
  • Toilets
  • Mountain bike rental shop
  • Drinking fountains

THINGS TO DO:

  • Bird watching
  • Hiking
  • Mountain biking
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