Naturally Singapore: Rifle Range Nature Park

If you’re looking for a refreshing escape into nature, Rifle Range Nature Park is a must-visit. The star of the park is the Colugo Deck Quarry Lookout, perched above the old quarry – a serene spot where you can soak in stunning views of the water and surrounding greenery. Perfect for photos, quiet moments, or simply appreciating how far Singapore’s green spaces have come. 🌳📸

Rifle Range Nature Park is a restored 66-hectare ecological park in Singapore located south of the Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, featuring over 7km of boardwalks and trails, highlights like the Colugo Deck and Quarry Wetland, and is Singapore's first net-positive energy nature park powered by solar energy. Visitors can explore diverse habitats, spot wildlife like birds and Malayan Colugos, and learn about the area's quarrying history. The park is open from 7 am to 7 pm and accessible via multiple entrances, with a visitor pavilion run on solar power and a system of rain gardens.

Park Features & Highlights

Ecological Restoration: The park restores natural forest and wetland habitats, creating a green buffer to protect the nearby Bukit Timah Nature Reserve.

Colugo Deck: A 31-meter high deck offering panoramic views of the wetlands, inspired by the Malayan Colugo's wing-like membrane.

• Quarry Wetland: A former granite quarry now transformed into a freshwater ecosystem.

• Trails & Boardwalks: A network of trails, including the Gliders Boardwalk and Rambai Boardwalk, provides routes for exploring the park's diverse landscapes.

• Sustainability: The park is Singapore's first net-positive energy nature park, featuring solar-powered facilities and a rain garden system to purify stormwater.

• History: Features information boards and a replica rock-sorting machine to teach visitors about Singapore's quarrying history.

• Diverse Flora & Fauna: The park is home to over 300 species of fauna, including Malayan Colugos, dragonflies, lizards, butterflies, and spiders.

• Birdwatching: Ideal for birdwatching, especially at the Colugo Deck and Waterhen Hide, where visitors can spot wetland birds like the Yellow Bittern and kingfishers.

• Habitat Connectivity: The park's design includes safe routes for wildlife, enhancing ecological connectivity with the Bukit Timah Nature Reserve.

  
  

🚆 Getting there is easy! Take the Downtown Line to Beauty World MRT Station. From there, head into Beauty World Centre, take the lift up to the 4th floor, and you’ll find the pedestrian bridge that brings you straight across Upper Bukit Timah Road into the nature park. 🚶‍♂️🌉

Alternatively, you can Taxi/Grab to the Park's visitor centre located at Rifle Range Rd, Singapore 589322

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Great for families too! It’s not just about hiking trails. Kids can enjoy spotting butterflies and birds, exploring the nature play areas, or learning about Singapore’s quarry heritage through educational signboards. Families can picnic by the open spaces, stroll along the boardwalk, and enjoy a day out that’s both fun and enriching. 🦋🐦🍃

So the next time you’re looking for a weekend adventure, skip the mall and head up to Rifle Range Nature Park instead—you’ll be rewarded with views and experiences you won’t forget.

Google Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/tvkZ9Rsf6LG8gKix8 Opening Times: 7am to 7pm Note: No pets allowed

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