Take note! Hikers are forbidden to enter these 72 popular Selangor forest reserves for 2 months!

In light of the relaxed restrictions concerning local travel, we’re not surprised to see that many Malaysians have taken the opportunity to stretch our their legs to enjoy the outdoors once more. Which is why as of late, local forest reserves have been among some of the most popular weekend destinations for many local families, granting a much-needed respite from the monotony of city life.

Over 72 forest reserves in Selangor to be closed for 2 months

However, if you’re looking to plan a hiking excursion with your buddies come sometime this month, you may have to put that idea in the backburner for at least two months, as the Selangor Forestry Department has just announced the closure of all forest reserves in the state effective from 1st December 2021 to 31st January 2022 over their official Facebook page.

And when they mean that you are forbidden from entering these forest reserves, they absolutely do mean it as legal action will be taken upon trespassers under the National Forestry Act of 1985 (Application) Enactment. If found guilty, you may face a fine not exceeding RM10,000 or a jail term not exceeding three years for illegal entry into the forest reserves. However, no specific reason was provided as to why the forest reserves were sealed off to the public.

According to Dewan Negeri Selangor, the state currently still maintains as many as 72 different national forest reserves, many of which are popular hiking hotspots for locals. Scroll down to check out the full list:

1. Hutan Simpan Ampang Pechah
2. Hutan Simpan Batang Kali
3. Hutan Simpan Bukit Belata
4. Hutan Simpan Bukit Belata Tambahan
5. Bukit Tunggal
6. Hutan Simpan Bukit Belata (Tambahan Ii)
7. Hutan Simpan Bukit Cherakah
8. Hutan Simpan Bukit Kutu
9. Hutan Simpan Bukit Lagong
10. Hutan Simpan Bukit Tarek
11. Hutan Simpan Bukit Tarek Tambahan
12. Hutan Simpan Bukit Tarek (Tambahan Ii)
13. Hutan Simpan Gading
14. Hutan Simpan Hulu Selangor
15. Hutan Simpan Kanching
16. Hutan Simpan Rantau Panjang
17. Hutan Simpan Rantaupanjang Tambahan
18. Hutan Simpan Semangko
19. Hutan Simpan Semangko(Tambahan)
20. Hutan Simpan Serendah
21. Hutan Simpan Sungai Dusun
22. Hutan Simpan Raja Musa
23. Hutan Simpan Templer
24. Hutan Simpan Ampang
25. Hutan Simpan Bukit Cherakah Tambahan
26. Hutan Simpan Ayer Hitam
27. Hutan Simpan Ayer Hitam Tambahan
28. Hutan Simpan Bukit Sungai Puteh Utara
29. Hutan Simpan Bukit Lagong
30. Hutan Simpan Bukit Sungai Puteh Selatan
31. Hutan Simpan Sungai Buloh
32. Hutan Simpan Kota Damansara
33. Hutan Simpan Sungai Jeloh
34. Hutan Simpan Sungai Lalang
35. Hutan Simpan Sungai Lalang Tambahan
36. Hutan Simpan Hulu Gombak
37. Hutan Simpan Hulu Gombak Tambahan
38. Hutan Simpan Hulu Gombak Tambahan 1
39. Hutan Simpan Hulu Langat
40. Hutan Simpan Banjar Utara
41. Hutan Simpan Banjar Utara Tambahan
42. Hutan Simpan Bukit Jugra
43. Hutan Simpan Bukit Jugra Tambahan
44. Hutan Simpan Jugra Kompok 1
45. Hutan Simpan Jugra Kompok 2
46. Hutan Simpan Kapar
47. Hutan Simpan Kapar Tambahan
48. Hutan Simpan Kuala Bernam
49. Hutan Simpan Kuala Langat Selatan
50. Hutan Simpan Kuala Langat Selatan Tambahan
51. Hutan Simpan Kuala Langat Selatan Tambahan
52. Hutan Simpan Kuala Langat Utara
53. Hutan Simpan Kuala Sepang
54. Hutan Simpan Pualau Ketam
55. Hutan Simpan Pulau Che Mat
56. Hutan Simpan Pulau Che Mat Zin Tambahan
57. Hutan Simpan Pulau Kelang
58. Hutan Simpan Pulau Kelang Tambahan
59. Hutan Simpan Pulau Pintu Gedong
60. Hutan Simpan Pulau Rusa
61. Hutan Simpan Pulau Selat Kering
62. Hutan Simpan Pulau Selat Mahang
63. Hutan Simpan Pulau Selat Meriam
64. Hutan Simpan Pulau Tengah
65. Hutan Simpan Pulau Tengah Tambahan
66. Hutan Simpan Pulau Tonggok
67. Hutan Simpan Pulau Selat Kering Tambahan
68. Hutan Simpan Sungai Karang
69. Hutan Simpan Telok Gedong
70. Hutan Simpan Telok Gedong Tambahan
71. Hutan Simpan Sepang Kechil
72. Hutan Simpan Sepang Kechil Tambahan

This is in addition to the temporary closure of Gunung Nuang, which has been in effect since 26th November 2021 due to inclement weather which could trigger potential landslides in the area. So if you’re making your weekend plans, be sure to take this into account!

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