🌿 Southern Ridges — Green Trails Linking Singapore’s Southern Hills
Uncategorized🌿 Southern Ridges — Green Trails Linking Singapore’s Southern Hills
Southern Ridges is a ~10 km network of trails connecting parks and hills such as Mount Faber, Telok Blangah Hill, HortPark, and Labrador Nature. It’s perfect for walking, photography, and mixing nature with urban views. Its most iconic spot is Henderson Waves, a wave-shaped wooden bridge ~36 m above the road.
🎟️ Recommended Tours/Experiences
If it’s your first time, a guided walk can help you cover the best sections without wasting time.
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Henderson Waves • Canopy Walk • Local guide
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ℹ️ Meeting points may vary by route—check your voucher details after booking.
🚇 How to Get to the Southern Ridges
- HarbourFront (NE1/CC29): Start from Mount Faber via the Marang Trail.
- Telok Blangah (CC28): Closest access to Henderson Waves and Forest Walk.
- Labrador Park (CC27): For the Labrador Nature & Coastal Walk section.
- Taxi/Grab: Use “Henderson Waves” or “HortPark” as your drop-off depending on your starting point.
🧭 Key Highlights on the Southern Ridges
- Henderson Waves: A wave-shaped wooden bridge ~36 m high—stunning at sunset.
- Forest Walk & Canopy Walk: Elevated metal walkways through the treetops.
- HortPark: Landscaped gardens and rest areas.
- Mount Faber & Marang Trail: Gentle climb with harbor views.
- Labrador Nature & Coastal Walk: Coastal boardwalks and greenery.
🥾 Suggested Routes (90–180 min)
- Family Route (~90 min): Telok Blangah → Henderson Waves → Forest Walk → break at HortPark.
- Photographer Route (~2–3 hrs): Mount Faber/Marang Trail → Henderson Waves (sunset) → Forest/Canopy Walk → descend to Labrador.
You can end the day with Marina Bay Walk for evening cityscapes.
🕗 Best Time to Visit
- Early morning: Cooler temps and fewer crowds.
- Before sunset: Golden light on Henderson Waves—bring a small tripod.
💡 Quick Tips
- Wear comfy shoes and bring water; expect some stairs and slopes.
- Walkways can be slippery after rain—take care while shooting.
- With kids, pick one or two sections instead of the full traverse to avoid fatigue.
📚 Read More
- Henderson Waves • Singapore Cable Car (Mount Faber views)
- Fort Canning Park • Orchard Road
- Marina Bay Walk • Helix Bridge
- Singapore 9-Day Itinerary
🚀 Plan Your Green Day Out
Pair the Southern Ridges with Henderson Waves, then wrap up with golden-hour shots around Marina Bay for a perfect one-day photo route.
