Description

Labelled as one of the largest urban parks in central Singapore, Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park is a great place for a blissful morning or evening hike. The 3 km meandering Kallang river with lush banks of wildflowers dances through the park.

It also addresses the dual needs of water supply and flood management while creating meaningful spaces for people and nature in the city. Balanced as all things should be.

Aside from its unique waterways, the park features lush greenery, crystalline pond gardens and burbling river plains. With open lawns embracing gently sloping grassy banks along either side of the river, one can enjoy the enchanting beauty and tranquility of the waterways. The 62-hectare park is also home to a wide array of interesting fauna and flora, making it ideal for nature lovers.

A map for your reference is shared below:

This park has become a pre-eminent and beloved open space for everyday sports, recreation, nature enthusiasts, a meeting place for friends and families , and an educational sphere for kids. All these added values are not only renowned in the neighborhood; due to its multi-functionality and ecological qualities, it has also gained international recognition.

Tips

• ● The park is accessible to all visitors and it is open 24/7.
• ● The big open space areas are used for recreational sport activities and outdoor games. Here, you can have fun in the sun.
• ● The Singapore Botanic Gardens is for children and families. After a long run or jog around the park, fitness enthusiasts can head down to fitness corners to get some workout. (Biceps don’t grow on trees).

Best Spots To Take Pictures :

1. There are ample scenic spots to click vivid pictures for your gallery, in both the naturally rich parks, along the ever so flowing, calming river , mighty bridges, compact ponds and the ever so beautiful lotus pond. So clear the storage of your phone. Because once you enter the park, you won’t be able to stop yourself from clicking pictures and videos.

Best Route To Follow :

1. There are many well-maintained tracks in both the parks (more in the Bishan side). For a short hike (for about 2-3 Km) we recommend making a full round of the outermost track within each of the parks (Bishan side and Ang Mo Kio side). As there is much to explore and take in. It will be the best alternative to cover one section at a time.
2. For a longer hike you can make a full loop covering both the parks in one go ( for about 8 km)

Best Spot To Relax :

1. ● There are plenty of benches placed for visitors and pool chairs available throughout the parks for a pit stop for visitors to sip on drinks and munch on their snacks.

Best Nearby Spots To Have Breakfast :

1. ● Teck Ghee Court Market & Food Center, located at the opposite side of the road near car park A in Bishan Park. Cross over by the overhead bridge. This spot has been proven to be a fan favorite. As they provide fresh and delicious recipes to favor your taste buds.

Any other tips :

1. ● It’s recommended to visit early in the morning before the hustle and bustle of different groups of people gathered to perform a variety of exercises and activities.
2. ● Cycling is strictly discouraged in this park.
3. ● Make sure to cover the entire area in order to not miss out on any of the architectural spectacle.

Other Special Info :

1. ● Apart from hike this park is a great place for family picnics and simply eating some delicious food followed by a breezy stroll. There are a few restaurants to satisfy your taste buds and McDonald's to suffice your cravings. Fries before guys always !.
2. ● There is a spa center where you can relax and rejuvenate in the Bishan section.

Rating - 5/5

What we liked or do not -

We loved the river flowing merrily along the lush greenery .

During a dry event, the flow of water is limited to a narrow stream in the middle of the river, which draws visitors down to the gentle riverbanks to get closer to the water. In the event of a storm, parkland next to the river doubles up as a conveyance channel, carrying the excess rainwater downstream gradually.