Cycling Around Singapore - Pasir Ris Park to East Coast Park Trail

Cycling Around Singapore - Pasir Ris Park to East Coast Park Trail

Cycling Around Singapore - Pasir Ris Park to East Coast Park (Tampines Park, Bedok and Siglap Park connectors)

THE RIDE (ABOUT I 5KM)
Follow the Tampines Park Connector from Pasir Ris Park, which starts near where Sungei Tampines drains into the sea.

The connector traverses the river southwards, taking you past Downtown East on your left and, across Pasir Ris Drive 3, a fishing pond in the town park. At the Tampines Expressway, cross south and head west to continue along the connector till you reach SunPlaza Park. Follow the signs leading you to Bedok Reservoir Park through Tampines, then continue onward via Bedok Town Park to the Siglap Park Connector.

You will need to cross the Pan-Island Expressway" by an overhead bridge before continuing your journey alongside Siglap Canal. Along the way, you will also cross East Coast and Marine Parade roads, and pass St Patrick's School on your right. Finally, take the underpass that will lead you to East Coast Park, near Carpark 3.

THE SIGHTS
There are many signs along this route to point you in the right direction.

Kingfishers can be spotted along the Siglap Canal, and you will pass by a variety of housing estates – from spanking new condominiums to pleasant public housing blocks and sleepy private homes with back gates opening onto the park connector.

The cluster of schools in the Marine Parade area – St Patrick's, CHIJ Katong Convent and Victoria Junior College – also make an engaging sight.

WATCH OUT
Although there are many things to see, the path can be narrow at times so watch out for pedestrians. Part of the route involves riding through Tampines New Town, which can get quite busy and crowded. The good thing is that pavements-there are divided into bike and footpaths. Take a map with you as there are many roads to cross.