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GUNUNG SENYUM
RECREATIONAL FOREST
(Temerloh)
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Gunung Senyum was first opened as a 'recreational forest' on the 14th July 1989 and was officially managed by
the Temerloh Forestry of Pahang. Apart from its matchless tree species, Gunung Senyum too offers attractive and unique
landscapes such as the mysterious caves to explore, as well as jungle trails to follow.
Gunung Senyum Recreational Forest covers area of 794
hectares and is located in compartment of 1, 2, 3 and 4, Jengka Forest Reserve.
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Here, in Gunung Senyum you can find two limestone hills,
namely Gunung Senyum and Gunung Jebak Puyoh.
Gunung Senyum stands 550m high. There are more than 20 caves in the hill which can be explored. Some are archaeological sites.
Gunung Jebak Puyuh is further away and offers an exciting jungle trek to reach its caves.
Even through Gunung Senyum isn't well known among visitors, the Gunung Senyum Recreational Forest is an interesting destination for those interested in caving and trekking.
There is a Hutan Lipur Rangers office by the car park and camping ground.
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Located 40km from Temerloh, and 20km from Pusat Jengka.
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Road : From the mainKuantan to Kuala Lumpur road in the Temerloh area, there are 2 or 3 turn offs all signposted to Hutan Lipur (Recreational Forest) Gunung Senyum. One is by the east end of the bridge at Temerloh, one at Kampung Awah. Follow the signs. 40km, from Bandar Pusat Jengka.
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Water :Visitors who love challenging activities would want to endure the 'crossing over' Sungai Pahang, that drastically streams
down to Gunung Senyum. Sungai Pahang is promising a memorable experience for everyone.
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Pejabat Hutan Daerah Temerloh
Tel: 609-2962755
Fax: 609-296239
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