Upper Seletar Reservoir Park

In shortUpper Seletar Reservoir Park is free to enter and open 24 hours, along Mandai Road Track 7, off Mandai Road. Checked October 2026.

Nature · free

Duration

1 hour

The take

A still lake and a lookout tower shaped like a rocket. It's free and close to Mandai, so it suits a stop when you want some green without buying a zoo ticket. The orangutans stay inside the paid parks.

Good to know

Free park access

Rocket-shaped 1969 lookout over the reservoir

The Mandai Boardwalk runs along the same reservoir

Finding it: Upper Seletar Reservoir Park, at Mandai Road and Upper Thomson Road, five minutes by taxi from Mandai Wildlife EAST

Hours checked October 2026

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Before you go

Can I bring my dog or bicycle to Upper Seletar Reservoir Park?

No, pets are not allowed, to protect the wildlife. Bicycles, skateboards, skates and motorised personal mobility devices are barred too, except where designated. Stay on the marked trails, and fish only in the designated areas. NParks lists the Mandai Park Connector nearby.

Sources: National Parks Board

Where do I park at Upper Seletar Reservoir Park?

There are three carparks along Mandai Road Track 7, and NParks says parking is free at all three. Carpark A has 91 car lots, Carpark B has 61 car lots and 7 motorcycle lots, and Carpark C has 38 car lots. Springleaf MRT is the nearest station, and the park is open 24 hours.

Sources: National Parks BoardChecked November 2026

What should I do if it storms at Upper Seletar Reservoir Park?

Seek cover at the nearest shelter and keep out of forested areas during and just after bad weather, which is NParks' advice. We'd stay off the 18m rocket-shaped lookout tower, built in 1969, until the lightning passes. Dawn and dusk by the lone casuarina tree are the calm moments for photos.

Sources: National Parks Board