Park Detail

Springleaf Nature Park

A tranquil park by the river. Ideal for a jog, walk, cycle or a quiet break among nature.

Note:

Springleaf Nature Park is protected as part of the Central Nature Park Network. Find out more about nature reserves and parks.
Learn more about the park's history.

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Location

Nee Soon Road, Upper Thomson Road

Park information

Park size

6 hectares

Opening hours

Open 24 hours

Getting here

From Springleaf MRT station, walk 550m against the traffic along Upper Thomson Road pass the Shell petrol station.

Parking information

Carpark: 21 car lots, 4 motorcycle lots, 2 heavy vehicle/coach lots and 1 lot for handicapped visitors.

Parking fees apply to all parking lots.

Nearby stations

Springleaf MRT station

Nearby park connectors

Springleaf Park Connector

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible

Dos and don'ts

Do apply for a permit at least 1 month in advance if you are organising group activities involving more than 30 persons.
Do apply for a permit at least 2 weeks in advance for commercial filming and photography, subject to NParks' approval.
Do stay on designated trails to avoid stepping on endangered plants.
Do not fish in the nature park.
During and immediately after bad weather, do seek cover at the nearest shelter available and avoid entering forested areas.
Find out more about the dos and don'ts and hiking etiquette you should follow when visiting the park.

What to see

Plant and animals

Birds

The park is home to more than 80 species of resident and migratory birds such as the White-throated Kingfisher, Blue-tailed Bee-eater and Long-tailed Parakeet.

Trees

As the nearby villages and plantations were left to rest, many of the trees such as the Chinese Banyan and Kelumpang were able to grow unrestricted.

What to do

Activities:

Birdwatching

Head up the bird watching platform and try to spot birds over the waterway.

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Amenities

All amenities

Download the NEAR mobile app to find a route via our park connectors or trails.

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