Here are 10 best running trails in Singapore along with descriptions, Instagram usernames, and opening hours:
- MacRitchie Reservoir Trail: A popular trail that loops around the reservoir and through the forest, providing stunning views of the water and lush greenery. Instagram: @nparksbuzz. Opening hours: 7am to 7pm.
- East Coast Park: A scenic coastal trail with a flat terrain and refreshing sea breeze, making it ideal for long-distance running. Instagram: @nssc_sports. Opening hours: 24 hours.
- Bukit Timah Nature Reserve: Home to Singapore’s highest hill, Bukit Timah Nature Reserve offers a challenging trail with steep inclines and rewarding views of the surrounding forest. Instagram: @nparksbuzz. Opening hours: 7am to 7pm.
- Southern Ridges Trail: A 10-kilometer trail that connects several parks and nature reserves, offering panoramic views of the city skyline, harbor, and forest. Instagram: @nparksbuzz. Opening hours: 24 hours.
- Punggol Waterway Park: A picturesque trail that runs along the waterway, providing scenic views of the park’s flora and fauna, and the iconic red and white Punggol Bridge. Instagram: @nparksbuzz. Opening hours: 24 hours.
- Fort Canning Park: A historic park with a variety of running trails that pass by ancient tombs, colonial structures, and lush greenery. Instagram: @nparksbuzz. Opening hours: 24 hours.
- Labrador Nature Reserve: A coastal trail that offers stunning views of the sea and surrounding forest, with a variety of terrains including rocky cliffs and sandy beaches. Instagram: @nparksbuzz. Opening hours: 7am to 7pm.
- Tampines Eco Green: A tranquil trail that runs through a lush green forest and wetlands, providing a serene and peaceful running experience. Instagram: @nparksbuzz. Opening hours: 7am to 7pm.
- Sembawang Park: A seaside trail that provides panoramic views of the sea and the Johor Strait, with a scenic boardwalk and lush greenery. Instagram: @nparksbuzz. Opening hours: 24 hours.
- Changi Beach Park: A beachside trail that offers scenic views of the sea and the coastline, with a variety of terrains including sandy beaches, grassy fields, and wooded areas. Instagram: @nparksbuzz. Opening hours: 24 hours.
Note: The Instagram handle @nparksbuzz is the official handle for the National Parks Board in Singapore and provides updates on various parks, trails, and other recreational areas in Singapore.