CHESTNUT NATURE PARK GUIDE

Welcome to Chestnut Nature Park Guide, discover the abundance of nature displays and embrace this tranquil nature park. Discover Chestnut Nature Park’s tranquil atmosphere with beautiful trails designed for hiking and mountain biking. The nature park has trails that connect to Mandai reserve which every hiker’s delight to explore nature up close. Walking through the trails, visitors can observe the number of animals and insects like beetles, monkeys, birds, and butterflies. The park is surrounded by wild vegetation and tall trees which creates the abundance display of nature’s habitat boosting every visitor’s experience of nature.

Park Point At Chestnut Park
  1. Where Is Chestnut Nature Park
  2. How To Go Chestnut Nature Park
  3. Chestnut Nature Park-Things To Do
    A. Explore The Trails
    B. Southern Trail Loop
    C. Northern Trail Loop
    D. Climb The Tower
    E. Ride Mountain Bike
    F. Rent A Bike
    E. Check The Trail Signs
  4. Conclusion

Where is Chestnut Nature Park

Chestnut Nature Park is located in the Bukit Panjang area of Singapore. It is specifically situated in the western side next to Zhenghua Park. The park is divided into two parts; Northern Loop and Southern Loop.

  • Entrance: FREE
  • Opening Hours: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Daily)

How to go Chestnut Nature Park

Chestnut Avenue Singapore

Chesnut Nature Park is accessible by public transportation, by alighting at Bukit Panjang MRT Station (Downtown Line). From there, visitors take a bus ride or walk to the park..

  1. Take the bus 700, 700A or 966 and alight at housing block 202 Petir Road. The main entrance of the park that leads to both North and South loop is walking distance.
  2. Otherwise take the bus 190, 972 or 960 and alight at Bukit Panjang Road near the BKE exit. Cross the overhead bridge to Blk 276 Bangkit, then walk for about 10 minutes to reach the park.
Car Par At Chestnut Nature Park

Private Vehicle | Ride-Sharing

  • If driving, head to Chestnut Avenue, along the Petir Road which near the junction of BKE Expressway. 
  • The car park is located inside the entrance of the park. The parking lot would be crowded specially on weekend morning, but visitors are seen parking on the side of the road.

Things to do in Chestnut Nature Park

Welcome Sign To Chestnut Park

Inside the park, there number of activities for each visitor, family and friends has to offer. This includes multipurpose court, exercise fitness equipment, cycling track, children play equipment. Also there is dog run area where dogs can easily play and run around.

Southern Hiking Swamp Chestnut Nature Park

#1 Explore The Hiking Trails

Park Trail Chestnut Nature Park

Chestnut Nature Park is divided into two (2) trails, namely Northern Loop Trail and Southern Loop Trail. Visitors can take the Northern Trai or the Southern Hiking Loop separately or combine them for a strenuous but refreshing hike. These trails leads through the tropical forest, providing opportunities to experience the rich flora and fauna.

  • The Southern Loop Trail is about 2.1 km long
  • The Northern Loop Trail is 3.5 km long.

A. Southern Loop Trail

Chestnut Nature Park Souther Loop Sign

The Southern Trail Loop is divided into three (3) segments; Sunbird Trail, Munia Trail, and Drongo Trail. The first part is the Sunbird Hut (resting place), then Munia Trail which is split by the Chestnut Avenue road.

Fruit Trees At Southern Trail of Chestnut Nature Park
Southern Hiking Trail Chestnut Nature Park

The Munia Trail continues on a loop up to Drongo Trail, then returns to Sunbird Trail. The Southern Loop Trail is around 2.1 km which is about 45 minutes hike.

B. Northern Loop Trail

Chestnut Nature Park Northern Loop Sign

The Northern Trail starts beside the Chestnut Observation Tower. Visitors walking through the trails will reach the Piper Hut (resting place) which is about 500 meters away, followed by Costus Hut, Cyathea Hut, and Leea Hut. At the end of the trail is the Chestnut Point or Pump Track where the toilet, water coolers are available. Also, this is the place where most mountain bikers hang out and rest.

Northern Hiking Trails Chestnut Nature Park
Stone Pave Chestnut Nature Park Northern Trail

#2. Climb the Observation Tower

Observation Tower Chestnut Park
View From The Top Of Tower Chestnut Park

The Chestnut Observation Tower is one of the attractions of the nature park. The seven-story tower is the gateway to the Northern Trail. Climbing through the top of the tower, visitors can get 360 degrees of the surrounding jungle and high-rise buildings on the side.

#3 Ride Mountain Bike

Southern Trails Chestnut Park

Ride Mountain Bike
Chestnut Nature Park has dedicated mountain biking trails that cater to different skill levels. The park is one of Singapore’s most popular locations for mountain biking, with trails that wind through the forest.

#4 Rent a Bike

Rent A Bike Shop Chestnut Nature Park

Visitors who wish to explore the park by cycling the trail, there is a bike rental kiosk located in the visitors center. Bike rental rates start from

  • $15/hour for weekdays and 
  • $18/hour on weekends
  • Opening Hours: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM on weekdays and 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM on weekends.

#5 Follow Trail Signs

Hiking And Biking Trail Sign

There are several directional signboards inside the Chestnut Nature Park. These are in form of triangular-shaped which can be seen every 100 meters. This signboard served us as a guide for visitors and will be helpful in case of the event is lost or came out wrong on the trail. The signs can be read on both sides, which shows how far you have walked. Also, there are designated trails for hiking and mountain biking, sometimes there are trails run side by side. Visitors must be mindful of using which path is allowed to go.

Final Thoughts

Chestnut Nature Park View

Hiking through Chestnut Nature Park, visitors can enjoy the beauty of nature and enjoy the fresh positive ions in the air. The nature park has separate trails for hikers and mountain bikers which is also clearly shown on the signpost along the trails. The mix of flat, up slope, and down slope trails provide a really good workout, with provided huts and benches that serve as resting places or shelter. Hiking on both Northern and Southern trail loops will take around 2-3 hours. Visiting on weekends can be over-crowded, thus we recommended to visit during weekdays which is quieter and peaceful. Overall Chestnut Nature Park is worth visiting the nature park with accessible trails and a tranquil hiking experience. For visitors who want to extend their adventure, the nearby cross-over walk to Zhenghua Park and hike onward to Dairy Farm Nature Park is readily accessible.

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