Challenge your physical and mental limits by embarking on an exhilarating outdoor rock climbing session at the Dairy Farm Nature Park in Upper Bukit Timah.
Opening hours
| Monday | 07:00 am to 07:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 07:00 am to 07:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 07:00 am to 07:00 pm |
| Thursday | 07:00 am to 07:00 pm |
| Friday | 07:00 am to 07:00 pm |
| Saturday | 07:00 am to 07:00 pm |
| Sunday | 07:00 am to 07:00 pm |
What to expect?
What to expect?
Rock climbing at the Dairy Farm Nature Park is not a feat for the faint-hearted. A certain amount of skill is required to climb the hill here. Expect to be challenged physically and mentally as you focus on completing each step of the climb. According to reviewers, smearing is hard as the granite is both smooth and hard, with small and flat handholds and footholds. The crag comprised of a hill feature that has been quarried through the middle leaving steep cliff faces on two sides.
The hill at this park is also a good place to practice trad climbing or bouldering. Do get an experienced trad climber to teach you how to place trad gear if you are unfamiliar with it. Get well prepared for the climb and you will have a smashing time climbing at the Dairy Farm Nature Park! If you are not an avid climber, there are interesting outdoor places that you can discover in the area including cowsheds, trek on various trails, try an extreme mountain biking at its dedicated trail, or walk around the quarry.
The hill at this park is also a good place to practice trad climbing or bouldering. Do get an experienced trad climber to teach you how to place trad gear if you are unfamiliar with it. Get well prepared for the climb and you will have a smashing time climbing at the Dairy Farm Nature Park! If you are not an avid climber, there are interesting outdoor places that you can discover in the area including cowsheds, trek on various trails, try an extreme mountain biking at its dedicated trail, or walk around the quarry.
What to bring?
What to bring?
- Complete safety equipment
- Climbing/hiking shoes
- Trash bag
- Groundsheet
- Water
- Food
- Insect repellent
- Sunscreen
- Flashlight
- First aid kit/personal medications
- Raincoat/windbreaker
- Change of clothes
- Towel
What are the facilities provided?
What are the facilities provided?
- Restrooms
- Shelters
- Carparks
Who should I travel with?
Who should I travel with?
Solo , Couple , Friends , Family , Group
Safety tips
Safety tips
- This activity is not suitable for small children.
- TDo not go rock climbing if you feel unfit or if you are not confident with your skills.
- TEnsure all safety equipment are worn and fastened securely before starting the climb.
- TDo test the holds by ‘jiggling’ them before climbing on them. Look out for rocks marked with blue or white crosses-they are marked as suspect and should be used with great caution.
- TListen to the safety briefing and take note of ways in case of an emergency.
Insiders’ tips
Insiders’ tips
- Do check the weather forecasts before heading over for your rock climbing adventure as poor conditions might affect the activity’s schedule.
- Complete safety equipment for climbing will be provided. Be sure that you are given a helmet, chalk with a chalk bag, ropes and a rope bag, with extra slings or carabiners.
- For those who wishes to try trad climbing, be sure that you are fit enough to pursue this challenging activity.
- Keep in mind that if it rained the day before, most rocks will still be damp until noon. It is still climbable provided climbers exercise caution and use chalk generously.
- Take good care of your climbing gear before and during the climb. It is highly recommended to bring extra gear.
- Learn how to do the following knots: Figure 8 tie in and Figure 8 on a bight, clove hitch, butterfly, munter's hitch.
- Another main attraction located at the park is the Wallace Education Centre, Singapore’s first field study hub for schools.
- Find the car park next to Hillview MRT Station if you drive your own transportation to Dairy Farm Nature Park.
What to expect?
What to expect?
Rock climbing at the Dairy Farm Nature Park is not a feat for the faint-hearted. A certain amount of skill is required to climb the hill here. Expect to be challenged physically and mentally as you focus on completing each step of the climb. According to reviewers, smearing is hard as the granite is both smooth and hard, with small and flat handholds and footholds. The crag comprised of a hill feature that has been quarried through the middle leaving steep cliff faces on two sides.
The hill at this park is also a good place to practice trad climbing or bouldering. Do get an experienced trad climber to teach you how to place trad gear if you are unfamiliar with it. Get well prepared for the climb and you will have a smashing time climbing at the Dairy Farm Nature Park! If you are not an avid climber, there are interesting outdoor places that you can discover in the area including cowsheds, trek on various trails, try an extreme mountain biking at its dedicated trail, or walk around the quarry.
The hill at this park is also a good place to practice trad climbing or bouldering. Do get an experienced trad climber to teach you how to place trad gear if you are unfamiliar with it. Get well prepared for the climb and you will have a smashing time climbing at the Dairy Farm Nature Park! If you are not an avid climber, there are interesting outdoor places that you can discover in the area including cowsheds, trek on various trails, try an extreme mountain biking at its dedicated trail, or walk around the quarry.
What to bring?
What to bring?
- Complete safety equipment
- Climbing/hiking shoes
- Trash bag
- Groundsheet
- Water
- Food
- Insect repellent
- Sunscreen
- Flashlight
- First aid kit/personal medications
- Raincoat/windbreaker
- Change of clothes
- Towel
What are the facilities provided?
What are the facilities provided?
- Restrooms
- Shelters
- Carparks
Who should I travel with?
Who should I travel with?
Solo , Couple , Friends , Family , Group
Safety tips
Safety tips
- This activity is not suitable for small children.
- TDo not go rock climbing if you feel unfit or if you are not confident with your skills.
- TEnsure all safety equipment are worn and fastened securely before starting the climb.
- TDo test the holds by ‘jiggling’ them before climbing on them. Look out for rocks marked with blue or white crosses-they are marked as suspect and should be used with great caution.
- TListen to the safety briefing and take note of ways in case of an emergency.
Insiders’ tips
Insiders’ tips
- Do check the weather forecasts before heading over for your rock climbing adventure as poor conditions might affect the activity’s schedule.
- Complete safety equipment for climbing will be provided. Be sure that you are given a helmet, chalk with a chalk bag, ropes and a rope bag, with extra slings or carabiners.
- For those who wishes to try trad climbing, be sure that you are fit enough to pursue this challenging activity.
- Keep in mind that if it rained the day before, most rocks will still be damp until noon. It is still climbable provided climbers exercise caution and use chalk generously.
- Take good care of your climbing gear before and during the climb. It is highly recommended to bring extra gear.
- Learn how to do the following knots: Figure 8 tie in and Figure 8 on a bight, clove hitch, butterfly, munter's hitch.
- Another main attraction located at the park is the Wallace Education Centre, Singapore’s first field study hub for schools.
- Find the car park next to Hillview MRT Station if you drive your own transportation to Dairy Farm Nature Park.
Challenge your physical and mental limits by embarking on an exhilarating outdoor rock climbing session at the Dairy Farm Nature Park in Upper Bukit Timah.
Opening hours
| Monday | 07:00 am to 07:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 07:00 am to 07:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 07:00 am to 07:00 pm |
| Thursday | 07:00 am to 07:00 pm |
| Friday | 07:00 am to 07:00 pm |
| Saturday | 07:00 am to 07:00 pm |
| Sunday | 07:00 am to 07:00 pm |
