Gunung Nuang on March 8, 2014
Gunung Nuang Ulu Langat
Please bring more water for the hike , as it not been raining for the last 1 month and it will be humid unlike last time we hike.
I suggest 3L of water
Those who know the park can go on your own and pay RM1 to the park ranger and start trekking
Date of activity : March 8 2014 (Saturday)
Duration of Hike : 9-12 hours ( to peak ) 6 -7 ( Kem Pacat), 3 -4 ( Kem Lolo)
Difficulty Level : 8 out of 10 (10 being most difficult) if to peak
Emergency Contact : Pejabat Hutan Daerah Selangor Tengah (03-90752885) and the ranger Encik Imram at 012-2767724.
Those who just want to do the logger trails up and down , also can as it good training Distance 5km 1 way
This is good training ground if you want to improve your endurance in walking and run
Meeting Point :
1) Petronas Station at Jalan Cheras on the way to Kajang (opposite Phoenix Plaza) - 5.45am
2) Gunung Nuang Car Park at 6.30am
(For those who know the venue, you may proceed directly there)
Direction :
Gunung Nuang Park, is located 30km from Cheras, around 45mins by car.
It is easy to find the start of Gunung Nuang trail.
Exit the E7 Cheras Kajang Expressway when you see the sign for Pekan Hulu Langat.
Take route B52 through Hulu Langat and keep going straight as far as you can. Just look at the KM stone (Ponsoon)
You will end up in Ponsoon ( U will see TNB Building on the left ) about 50 meters where the road forks. Keep left towards the Ponsoon Reservoir and Dam.
When you reach the locked security gates of the reservoir compound, turn left into the Gunung Nuang Park. There is a car park here.
You have to register with the park ranger and pay RM1 per adult or RM0.50 per child.
Google Map :
Our Hiking Schedule :
Optional - To Kem Lolo, Pacat, Pengasih Peak or Summit - choice its yours
Will brief you guys on the day
Below those who want to go to peak
5:45 AM - Arrive at Petronas at Jalan Cheras on the way to Kajang (opposite Phoenix Plaza) Location B in the map.
6:30 AM - Meet up at Gunung Nuang Park, Car Park and Briefing
7.00 AM - Begin trekking (about 4-6 hours)
12:00 - 01:00 p.m. - Arrive at the Summit of Gunung Nuang and Lunch
01:30 p.m. – Descend to the Base (turnaround time is at 1:00pm)
05:00 – 07:00 p.m. – Reach the Base & wash up ( Estimated completion time)
*** Home sweet Home ***
Things to bring :
1) Bring drinking water (about 3 - 4L) and foods, energy bars. (9-12 hours hike)
2) Wear suitable shoes
3) Food / Fruits - Pack your own breakfast & lunch
4) Raincoat, Headlamp/torch light (Compulsory)
5) Optional - Trekking stick, Camera, small towel, Garden Gloves
6) Extra clothes for changing after the climb
7) Insect repellents - optional
8) Personal medication / Plasters for cuts/blisters
9) Personal Belonging like Wallet, HP to be wrap in plastic bag in case rain.
Note :
1) Please have your own breakfast before trekking or take your own breakfast
2) Please be punctual (strive to come 10 minutes before time)
3) If anyone of you find yourselves getting into difficulties, turnaround time is at 1:00pm.
Meaning, no matter where you are at 2:00pm, you MUST turn back and begin your descend to the starting point.
5) Wear suitable clothes for long hike.
7) For water supply, we need about 3-4 litres of water for the whole hike. So, you can either carry this entire amount.
Or you can refill your bottles at the water point if you brought water purification tablets.
9) Watch out for muddy trails after rain and take precautions against leeches.
Our Hiking Trail in Gunung Nuang: -
1) Car Park, Starting Point – Gravel and Dirt Road about 5km (45mins – 120 mins)
2) From end of Gravel Track to Lolo Camp about 1km (30mins)
3) From Lolo Camp to Pacat Camp about 4km (90mins to 150mins)
4) From Pacat to Bukit Pengasih (false peak) about 1.5km (40mins to 80mins)
5) From Bukit Pengasih to Gunung Nuang Peak about 1km (40mins to 60mins)
Happy Training and Hiking!!!
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