things to do in frasers hills

THINGS TO DO IN FRASERS HILLS
Town Center
Fraser's Hill town centre is actually a very small commercial area
where there are restaurants, public facilities and markets. The Fraser's
Hill Golf Course (FHGC) Clubhouse houses the Par on Tenth
Restaurant and Karaoke. The restaurant serves Malaysian food and
opens from 8.00am to 12.00 am while the Karaoke opens from 8.00
pm to 12.00 am.
The Spices Restaurant & Pub opens form 9.00am to 12.00am and
serves Malaysian cuisine but Indian food is their specialty.
The Puncak Inn has a few food outlets and a mini-market. The food
outlets are the Hillview Restaurant which serves home cooked
Chinese food (non-halal) and opens from 9.00am to 12.00am. The
restaurant is operated by the Yap family and has been residents in the
hill for over 2 generations. The Arzed Restaurant & Puncak Restaurant
serves Malaysian food and you should not miss their "roti canai" and
"nasi lemak". They open from 7.00am to 10.00pm
The Fraser's Hill Mini-Market which supplies almost all daily wet and
dry provisions opens from 9.00am to 10.00pm. On Saturdays,
Sundays and Public Holidays, Mahmud and Daud's Burger Stall opens
in the town centre and serves sizzling burgers sandwiched in soft
buns; a delightful treat in the cool weather. Nearer to the upper Gate is
the Kheng Yuen Lee Restaurant which opens from 9.00 am to 7.00
pm. The restaurant is famous for its "curry laksa" and available during
weekends only. Opposite the restaurant is the Maniam Cooperative
Store which also supplies daily dry and wet provisions.
Jeriau Waterfall
From the entrance, the trail to Jeriau Waterfall is spacious and well
paved, following the river's edge past gazebos, benches, camp sites
and small playgrounds for children. After a five to eight minute walk,
the path breaks to a steep descent by steps to the main falls. Here, the
waterfall drops over several tiers of boulder outcrops, but only the last
fall is visible from the thick greenery. This cascade feeds into a large
but shallow pool dammed by concrete to hold the receding banks, but
the waters can become very muddy after heavy rainfall. Several
gazebos provide picnic spots around the waterfall, while restrooms can
be found at the distant corner next to the steps.
Allan's Water - Boating
Allan's Water is a small lake that was turned into a park for
recreational activities and paddle boating from a reservoir that fell into
disuse over the years. Surrounding the lake are thick droves of trees
and shrubs that emit a natural calm over the environment. Birds
fluttering among the tree tops are common sights, along with the
occasional squirrel and monkey.
Near the entrance, a pier occupies the immediate water's edge, with a
large gazebo for visitors to relax under its shade and feed the colourful
fishes which congregate below. Another gazebo can be found after the
pier, with a small square with concrete benches. For the main activity,
paddle boats can be rented from the ticket counter. Each boat fits two
occupants - the waters of the lake are still and safe, allowing visitors to
enjoy the calm and serenity of the lush greenery.
Bird Interpretive Center – Bird Watching
Bird Interpretive Center is a gallery on local and migratory bird species
recorded from Fraser's Hill, housed within the Sports Complex
opposite Puncak Inn Hotel at the town roundabout. The center is open
on weekends from 10am to 7pm. On weekdays, visitors may request
the Puncak Inn staff to open its doors. Dedicated to bird watching, one
of Fraser's Hill's most popular tourist and visitor activities, over 250
species of birds have been recorded here, including hornbills, doves,
pheasants, eagles and other endemic species. During certain
seasons, migratory birds from Russia, Japan and China visit Fraser's
Hill to escape freezing winters and find pasture.
The Paddock
Horse Riding
The Paddock is an equestrian center for horse-riding activities in Bukit
Fraser. Located along Valley Road just before the Glen Bungalow
roundabout, visitors can ride retired racing horses around a small
course (guided by the keeper) at cheap rates. Besides the track, a
small garden area with benches provides a nice resting spot for admire
the surrounding greenery, lined with majestic conifer trees.
Archery
Also located here is an archery range at the bottom of the slope near
the entrance. The Paddock opens from 9am till 4pm daily (break for
lunch in afternoon) except for Saturdays and public holidays where it
closes at 5pm.
Gasing - Spinning Top
Gasing is a traditional game of spinning tops, usually played by
children in local villages during their free time. At Bukit Fraser, visitors
can try their hand at this easy game at a small complex along Jalan
High Pines for cheap rates. Here, the game is played on a flat but
slightly sandy court housed underneath a large gazebo. The 'Gasing',
made from wood, is made to spin on its axis with a sharp pull of the
string - the top that rotates the longest time wins in a match with other
tops wins.
Facing the court is a small watchtower that visitors can climb for a view
of the plants, trees and other surroundings - Jelai Bungalow is directly
at the back of this complex.
Golf - Sports Complex
The Royal Fraser's Hill Golf Club is one of the oldest courses in the
country, situated right in the center of this highland resort destination
at town. This 9-hole walking course may be small, but it offers several
challenging sections along with beautiful surrounding forest scenery.
Fraser's Hill Development Corporation operates the public course; the
reception counter for golfing is located next to the entrance of the
Sports Complex opposite the clock tower. Here, a small cafe with
terrace view can also be found for convenient tea and snacks. To get
around the course, golfers have to move around on foot as buggies
are not available.
Mimi Strawberi Restaurant
Mimi Strawberi is a restaurant within the Sports Complex of town,
nestled along the veranda with a view facing the golf course. Formerly
in Food Garden, Mimi Strawberi now enjoys a strategic location facing
the town roundabout, with a loyal following of local residents flocking
through all seasons. The restaurant's name is a combination of 'Mimi',
the lass from Tioman who operates the eatery, and her signature
strawberry milk shakes and ice blended drinks from the menu. The
restaurants serves an eclectic range of Malay hawker stall cuisine,
including Tom Yam, Nasi Paprik, Sup Tulang, Mi Bandung, Banjo
Burger and local versions of Western food dishes.
Clock Tower
The little township of Fraser's Hill evokes images of an English village
in the countryside, only surrounded by dense rainforest instead of
grassy meadows, and blanketed by heavy mist and frequent drizzles.
This little England is full of charming sights and sounds - when the
sun's rays get through on a clear day, the landscapes around town are
imbued with a radiant glow - truly refreshing and a reward for visitors
to have endured the long journey up through twisty hills. The charming
clock tower is the starting point for all explorations in Bukit Fraser,
tapering off to different directions across the valley from a large
roundabout.
Pine Tree Hill Trail
Pine Tree Hill is a 1,500 meter high mountain that sits in Bukit Fraser.
The trail head can be accessed near the end of the High Pines road,
just after Seri Intan. The trail is about 5.5 km long, and it remains the
most challenging and toughest trekking path in Fraser's Hill. The name
is inspired by the coniferous plants that used to dot the peak. Of
special note were five endemic conifer species of dacrydiums, which
have all but disappeared from the peak today. The trail winds up and
down across several tops and ridges before hitting the peak. The view
from the peak is a panoramic vista of the surrounding landscape of
forests and mountains on clear days.
Hemmant Trail
Hemmant Trail begins from a grass clearing behind the mosque area
along Genting road, just opposite the Abu Suradi trail head. It's an
easy 1 km trail with a moderate ascent for the first quarter and level for
the rest. The hike skirts along the edges of the Fraser's Hill Golf
Course (designed by Frank Hemmant, whom trail is named after) and
behind Silverpark Apartments, passing by trees, ferns and shrubs,
some not native but planted from outside. Towards the last quarter,
the trek becomes slightly muddy; leeches may be present, especially
after rainfall. Visitors will exit at the paved road just before it forks
towards Muar Cottage at left and Glen Bungalow at right.
Kuala Kubu Bharu (KKB Shopping)
Kuala Kubu Bharu is a charming little town at the foothills of Bukit
Fraser. Also known as 'KKB' by locals, the town housed a fortress built
by warring Sultans during a period of civil war before falling into
colonial hands. Getting there is easy for visitors travelling to Fraser's
Hill from the North-South Highway route or Rawang, located along the
access route about 30km away from the Gap. Framed by a backdrop
of rainforest and hills, heritage shop houses from colonial days mingle
alongside clusters of traditional houses - Life here is unhurried,
pleasant and peaceful, unfettered by the constraints of modern living
and conveniences. Walking around town and admiring its architectural
landscape, little has changed from the colonial era in pace of life.
Some of the tourist attractions in town include an art gallery, golf
course, Chinese temples and historical sites, while Sungai Selangor
Dam and Sungai Chilling Waterfall lie in the outskirts.