Rustic, idyllic and olden day Singapore is what comes to mind after a little day out at Punggol Point Park. Pay a visit and you will be rewarded with more than a vast view of the open sea. Beyond the calm waters, a host of exciting activities and attractions are bubbling to surface at this coastal recreational destination.
Punggol Point Park: Promenade & Punggol Jetty
Perch yourself on top of the ship-inspired viewing deck above the jetty, and you will be gazing at Johor’s bustling Johor’s Pasir Gudang.
On your right, you will catch a glimpse of Pulau Ubin and Coney Island.
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This very spot used to be a popular seafood haunt back in the 1980s and 1990s.
Today, this re-developed jetty area is the gateway to the 5 km long Punggol Promenade North-eastern Park Connector Network linking you all the way to Punggol Park in Hougang.
The pedestrian connector connects to Punggol’s Northshore, and you can also venture along the Punggol Promenade Walk on to the tranquil nature with fishing points and rest stops, as well as Riverside Walk with its fitness stations and cycling tracks.
On the west of the jetty is Punggol Beach.
It was here that 400 Chinese civilians were massacred as part of the Sook Ching Massacre during World War 2 on 28 February 1942. This is a significant place to share this part of our history with the kids.
Punggol jetty should also familiar to those who had headed to Outward Bound Training at Pulau Ubin in the past.
Terrapin Ponds
On the east of the jetty area is an elevated brown-rimmed pond.
Upon closer inspection, we were delighted to discover that these were home to terrapins as well as occasionally dragonflies
Sand Pit & Swings Playground
Another feature at Punggol Point Park is a large sand pit. In the past, this sand pit a Punggol Point Park had a wooden playground structure.
The old playground structure has been removed and all that is remaining is a set of swings.
Nonetheless, these swings are still enticing and invite kids to kick their feet up in the air as they soar back and forth.
Other Facilities at Punggol Point Park
There is also a set of restrooms at Punggol Point Park.
Helpfully, you can also find some outdoor showers next to the restrooms.
Cycling Along The Punggol Promenade Coast
From Punggol Point Park, cycling is an easy way of exploring the promenade. Rent one from Jomando Adventure & Recreations. Estimate how much stamina you have, as you have to return the bikes back at this same locations.
Venture Further Out to Coney Island Park
If you are feeling adventurous, you can also pay a visit to Coney Island Park. This is slightly further away from Punggol Point Park. You can cross the short causeway to enter into the park. If you take a seat along the shoreline, you can will get a good view of Punggol Point Park and the Punggol Jetty as well.
Just be sure to take note of the closing time for the gates at Coney Island Park. You will need to make sure that you leave Coney Island Park before the gates close for the day or else you may find yourself stranded on the island.
Getting to Punggol Point Park
You can reach Punggol Point Park by car via New Punggol Road.
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This story was first published 13 December 2012 and updated 19 August 2024.
