Gunung Senyum was opened as a “forest recreation” on 14 July 1989 and was officially managed by the Temerloh Forestry of Pahang. Apart from its unique species of trees, Gunung Senyum offer too attractive and unique landscapes such as the mysterious caves to explore, and the jungle trails to follow.
Gunung Senyum forest covers the recreational area of 794 hectares and is located in the compartment 1, 2, 3 and 4, Jengka Forest Reserve.
Here in Gunung Senyum you find two limestone hills, namely Gunung Senyum and Gunung Jebak Puyoh.
Gunung Senyum stands 550m high. There are over 20 caves in the hill that can be explored. Some are archaeological sites.
Gunung Jebak Puyuh is far more exciting and offers a jungle trek to the caves.
Even through Gunung Senyum is not well known to visitors, the Gunung Senyum recreational forest is a destination for those interested in caving and trekking.
There is an office Hutan Lipur Rangers through the car park and campgrounds.
Getting There
Located 40km from Temerloh, and 20km from Pusat Jengka.
By road: From the Kuantan to Kuala Lumpur route in the Temerloh region, there are 2 or 3 turn offs all signposted to Hutan Lipur (Recreational Forest) Gunung Senyum. One is the eastern end of the bridge at Temerloh, one in Kampung Awah. Follow signs. 40 km from Bandar Pusat Jengka.
By water: Visitors who love challenging activities that want to support the passage Sungai Pahang, which has streams in Gunung Senyum. Sungai Pahang promises a memorable experience for all.
Photo Credit: Daniel Franklin and Pahang Tourism
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