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:
- Hutan Simpan Ampang Pechah
- Hutan Simpan Batang Kali
- Hutan Simpan Bukit Belata
- Hutan Simpan Bukit Belata Tambahan
- Bukit Tunggal
- Hutan Simpan Bukit Belata (Tambahan Ii)
- Hutan Simpan Bukit Cherakah
- Hutan Simpan Bukit Kutu
- Hutan Simpan Bukit Lagong
- Hutan Simpan Bukit Tarek
- Hutan Simpan Bukit Tarek Tambahan
- Hutan Simpan Bukit Tarek (Tambahan Ii)
- Hutan Simpan Gading
- Hutan Simpan Hulu Selangor
- Hutan Simpan Kanching
- Hutan Simpan Rantau Panjang
- Hutan Simpan Rantaupanjang Tambahan
- Hutan Simpan Semangko
- Hutan Simpan Semangko(Tambahan)
- Hutan Simpan Serendah
- Hutan Simpan Sungai Dusun
- Hutan Simpan Raja Musa
- Hutan Simpan Templer
- Hutan Simpan Ampang
- Hutan Simpan Bukit Cherakah Tambahan
- Hutan Simpan Ayer Hitam
- Hutan Simpan Ayer Hitam Tambahan
- Hutan Simpan Bukit Sungai Puteh Utara
- Hutan Simpan Bukit Lagong
- Hutan Simpan Bukit Sungai Puteh Selatan
- Hutan Simpan Sungai Buloh
- Hutan Simpan Kota Damansara
- Hutan Simpan Sungai Jeloh
- Hutan Simpan Sungai Lalang
- Hutan Simpan Sungai Lalang Tambahan
- Hutan Simpan Hulu Gombak
- Hutan Simpan Hulu Gombak Tambahan
- Hutan Simpan Hulu Gombak Tambahan 1
- Hutan Simpan Hulu Langat
- Hutan Simpan Banjar Utara
- Hutan Simpan Banjar Utara Tambahan
- Hutan Simpan Bukit Jugra
- Hutan Simpan Bukit Jugra Tambahan
- Hutan Simpan Jugra Kompok 1
- Hutan Simpan Jugra Kompok 2
- Hutan Simpan Kapar
- Hutan Simpan Kapar Tambahan
- Hutan Simpan Kuala Bernam
- Hutan Simpan Kuala Langat Selatan
- Hutan Simpan Kuala Langat Selatan Tambahan
- Hutan Simpan Kuala Langat Selatan Tambahan
- Hutan Simpan Kuala Langat Utara
- Hutan Simpan Kuala Sepang
- Hutan Simpan Pualau Ketam
- Hutan Simpan Pulau Che Mat
- Hutan Simpan Pulau Che Mat Zin Tambahan
- Hutan Simpan Pulau Kelang
- Hutan Simpan Pulau Kelang Tambahan
- Hutan Simpan Pulau Pintu Gedong
- Hutan Simpan Pulau Rusa
- Hutan Simpan Pulau Selat Kering
- Hutan Simpan Pulau Selat Mahang
- Hutan Simpan Pulau Selat Meriam
- Hutan Simpan Pulau Tengah
- Hutan Simpan Pulau Tengah Tambahan
- Hutan Simpan Pulau Tonggok
- Hutan Simpan Pulau Selat Kering Tambahan
- Hutan Simpan Sungai Karang
- Hutan Simpan Telok Gedong
- Hutan Simpan Telok Gedong Tambahan
- Hutan Simpan Sepang Kechil
- 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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