LOWER PEIRCE RESERVOIR PARK GUIDE

Welcome as we take a stroll to Lower Peirce Reservoir Park, come and enjoy a relaxing forest walk and catch the amazing sunset view at the reservoir. The park is one place to visit for a nature experience while taking a break from the busy city life. The trails are relatively flat which makes them easy to walk through and accessible. There are also some wild animals in the trails which visitors can spot like monkeys, wild boars, and monitor lizards. At the end of the trails, visitors can sit down or even have a picnic in nature. From here visitors can await while simply catching the amazing sunset. So come and join us take a walk into the natural beauty of the Lower Peirce Reservoir Park.

Pavilion At Lower Peirce Reservoir
  1. Where Is Lower Peirce Reservoir Park
  2. How To Go Lower Peirce Reservoir
  3. Lower Peirce Reservoir Map
  4. History Of Peirce Lower Reservoir
  5. Lower Peirce Reservoir -Things To Do
    A. Hike Through Forest Trail
    B. Head To The Boardwalk
    C. Fishing At The Park
    D. Picnic By The Reservoir
    F. Witness The Scenic Views
  6. Conclusion

WHERE IS LOWER PEIRCE RESERVOIR

Lower Peirce Reservoir Park is located in the central region of Singapore, specifically along Old Upper Thomson Road. The park also lies near to other natural parks like Upper Peirce Reservoir Park, Thomson Nature Park, Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park and MacRitchie Reservoir. The park is open to the public 24 hours a day, while the boardwalk is only accessible from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM (Daily)

HOW TO GO LOWER PEIRCE RESERVOIR

How To Go Lower Peirce Reservoir

To visit Lower Peirce Reservoir Park, visitors can take several options to get there depending on your starting point:

1. By Public Transport (MRT)
Take the MRT to Bright Hill or Lentor Station (Thomson Line).
Exit the station and walk for about 10-15 minutes to reach the park entrance. Visitors can use a map app to lead towards the park

2. By Public Transport (Bus)
Public bus no. 163, 167, 169, 855, and 980 pass along the Upper Thomson Road, visitors will alight at the bus stop near Sembawang Hill Food Centre, then walk through Upper Thomson Road which leads to the entrance of the park

TAXI/PRIVATE CAR
Visitors who are driving or taking a taxi, the park is located along Upper Thomson Road. Inform the taxi driver that you are heading to Lower Peirce Reservoir Park. If driving, head to the direction of Upper Thomson Road, then turn along the junction of Ang Mo Kio Avenue 1 and enter into Old Upper Thomson Road.

Lower Peirce Reservoir Car Park

There are two (2) available parking areas in Lower Reservoir Park; one is at Lower Peirce Reservoir Car park and Casuarina Road Car Park. The car park has limited spaces, so it may get full, especially on weekends or public holidays. It’s best to arrive early if you want to secure a spot, especially if you’re visiting during peak hours.

LOWER PEIRCE RESERVOIR Park MAP

Lower Peirce Reservoir Map

HISTORY OF LOWER PEIRCE RESERVOIR

History Of Lower Peirce Reservoir

Lower Peirce Reservoir was one of Singapore’s oldest dams which were built in 1912 along the Kalang River. It was then known as Kalang River Reservoir and was constructed with the increasing demand for water supply at Macritchie Reservoir. Later in 1922, it was renamed Peirce Reservoir in recognition of the late engineer Robert Peirce. After the completion of the Upper Peirce Reservoir, it was then renamed to now as Lower Peirce Reservoir.

THINGS TO DO IN LOWER PEIRCE RESERVOIR

Lower Peirce Reservoir Park Pavilion

Lower Peirce Reservoir Park is not as big so it won’t take much time to explore. The park has some benches and also shelters where visitors can take a rest and relax. The bench serves as a place for some who would like to read books and enjoy the view of the calmness of the reservoir.

Sheltered Area At Lower Peirce Reservoir
Lower Peirce Reservoir

#1 Walk Through The Nature Trails

Forest Trail At Lower Peirce Reservoir

Exploring through the forest, visitors can notice the informative signboard on the types of trees, flowers, animals living inside the forest. There are some wildlife animals such as monkeys, monitor lizards, and even wild boars which visitors may encounter. Aside from that rubber trees, palm trees, chempedak trees are also available inside the forest.

#2 ACCESS TO THE BOARDWALK

Walking at Boardwalk Lower Peirce Reservoir

One of the highlights of the park is the Lower Peirce Reservoir Trail, which loops around the reservoir. The trail has a wooden platform that winds up from the forest up to the reservoir. This wooden boardwalk serves as access from the Casuarina entrance into the dense forest of Hevea Trail, Cyathea Trail, and then Bamboo Trail. The other side Jacaranda entrance leads to Costus Trail and Oncospermum Trail which ends up in the reservoir.

#3.Fishing At The Park

Fishing Ground Lower Peirce Reservoir

Fishing at Lower Peirce Reservoir Park is a popular activity for visitors who looking to enjoy the serene environment while engaging in a relaxing pastime. The reservoir has designated areas where visitors are allowed to do fishing. Whether you’re a hobbyist or a serious angler, the calm waters of Lower Peirce Reservoir offer a relaxing fishing experience. Fishing is only permitted from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM daily.

#4 Picnic by the Reservoir

Picnic Area At Lower Peirce Reservoir Park

Having picnic at the park is a fantastic way to enjoy the peaceful surroundings of the reservoir and the lush greenery. The park has some picnic tables, but visitors can also bring own mat and settle on the ground. The serene atmosphere and the sound of birds make it an ideal location to enjoy a meal surrounded by nature.

#5 Enjoy the Scenic Views

Sunset View At Lower Peirce Reservoir Park

Lower Peirce Reservoir provides visitors a tranquil place to enjoy a late afternoon walk. The amazing view of the sunset is one of the highlights of visiting this park. Visitors can head to the viewing platform or simply take a seat by the water to enjoy the peaceful view. It is simply a great spot to relax and enjoy the tranquil surroundings.

cONCLUSION

Sunset Lower Peirce Reservoir Park

After taking a stroll in the park for about 1.5 hours, we can say that overall it was a lovely place to visit. We enjoy the forest walk, witness the serene reservoir and catch the scenic view of the sunset. While walking inside the forest we were able to enjoy a comfortable walk thanks to the footpath made up of wooden trails and railings. The place is for nature lovers who want to breathe the refreshing air of the surrounding forest. It is peaceful and tranquil which makes it a nice stroll up onto the reservoir. And to capped this up, and late afternoon visit to Lower Peirce Reservoir Park is one of the highlights where visitors can witness a beautiful sunset. For visitors who want to extend their journey the nearby Thomson Nature Park, Upper Peirce Reservoir Park and Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park is quite accessible to the park.

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A wife and a mother of three toddlers | Previously working as customer service executive in a logistics supply chain | working at home mom. But in spite of this added responsibilities I still find time to travel and explore together with my family.

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