Hiking trails near Johor Bahru

Nothing quite beats the feeling of hiking to a summit and being rewarded by a panoramic view of rolling hills. For all those who have checked off everything on our little red dot, from Mount Faber to the hidden “Avatar trees” trek, it’s time to look across the border at these hiking trails near Johor Bahru.

They’re more challenging than Singapore’s hikes, with expansive national parks, waterfall trails, and rope climbs. If you’re up for a push, pack your hiking shoes, grab a big bottle of water, and skedaddle across the causeway. There are plenty of peaks ranging from 180m to 1,200m high waiting to be explored.

Where to go hiking near Johor Bahru?

Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or a beginner, we’ve compiled a list of the best spots to go hiking near Johor Bahru, sorted by their difficulty level.

1. Bukit Mor – Sprawling views of a nearby black lake 

244m high, 2 hours from JB CIQ