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The parks and forests that surround Singapore are beyond beautiful, and with the weather cooling, getting out into nature is becoming a whole lot more appealing. Earlier this year, Singapore welcomed a beautiful new hiking trail – a tranquil, forest-shrouded path connecting Labrador Nature Park to the Southern Ridges. Here’s everything you need to know about the Keppel Coastal Trail.
What is the Keppel Coastal Trail?
The Keppel Coastal Trail is a stunning scenic walking trail that links the elevated trails of the Southern Ridges to the lush Labrador Nature Reserve. The relatively new trail takes visitors through beautiful coastal forests and dense mangroves, and past impressive historical sites along Singapore’s southern waterfront.
Where is the Keppel Coastal Trail?
The Keppel Coastal Trail is located in Singapore’s southern region – running through the beautiful Labrador Nature Reserve and connecting to the Southern Ridges network of sky-high parks and trails.
How do you get to the Keppel Coastal Trail from Singapore?
To get there from the centre of Singapore, take the MRT to Labrador Park Station (Circle Line) and follow the park signs. Alternatively, several bus routes stop near the entrance to Labrador Nature Reserve – meaning it’s easily accessible from many corners of the city. The journey takes around 20-30 minutes.
How far is the Keppel Coastal Trail?
The trail is about 2.2 kilometres long, meandering through forests and along coastal trails from Labrador Nature Reserve through Berlayer Creek to Bukit Chermin Boardwalk.
How long does it take to complete the Keppel Coastal Trail?
It's a relatively easy walk, taking around 30 to 45 minutes to complete at a leisurely pace – the perfect option to ease you back into the hiking season.
Best things to see at the Keppel Coastal Trail?
Highlights of the trail include sweeping coastal views of Keppel Harbour and the lush, moody mangroves of Berlayer Creek. History fans will be rewarded with WWII relics including old bunkers and gun emplacements, nature lovers are in for a treat – with a super diverse ecosystem of animals (including white-bellied sea eagles, paradise tree snakes, and migratory birds like the yellow-rumped flycatcher) calling the area home.
When is the Keppel Coastal Trail open?
In line with the park operating hours of Singapore NParks, the trail is open daily from 7am to 7pm.
Best time to visit the Keppel Coastal Trail?
To avoid the crowds and the heat of the day, it’s best to visit in the early morning or later in the afternoon, or on a weekday if you’re able to get out of work for a nature reset.
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