Ranchan Recreation park, An ideal venue for recreational events and natural gateway.

Ranchan recreation park which is surrounded by greenery and refreshing atmosphere is a popular picnic venue in Serian District. Families, friends, couples and group come to the park to enjoy the nature surrounding, to swim and bath in the cool mountain stream or just to enjoy the scenery.

The park was open to the public in September 1990 and the facilities which are presently available were recently upgraded. The park is under the care of Serian District Council.

The park which is located South of Serian Bazaar at Kampung Ranchan in Serian district is half an hour drive from Serian Bazaar and around 1 ½ hour drive from Kuching City. You can either drive or took public transport to get to the park which has ample parking space.

Public Parking Arrea

The majority of the visitors to the park come to enjoy the cool and refreshing mountain stream which runs through the park. There are series of waterfalls and cascades along this stream providing ample space for visitor to swim and enjoy the cool crystal water or just immerse oneself in the nature surrounding.

Water Fall

Two suspension bridge was built across the stream which enable the visitors to cross the stream without getting wet and safely. The first one is located next to the public toilets and the other one is at the upper reach. Those phobias of height would want to use the small bridge to cross over the other side.

Suspension Bridge

Among the activities allowed at the park besides swimming, are camping, picnic and also hiking. During the weekend you can see many visitors had their cook out at the park. You can also enjoy seafood meals at the Seafood Restaurant there or simple meals at the food stalls located just across the restaurant. There is also the pavilion for visitors to shelter from the weather  or social gathering or having their picnic.

FoodStall.

Ranchan Recreation Park offers accommodations in the form of 4 units Terrace Suite, 4 units Detached House, 4 units Semi-detached House and 2 units Dormitory for overnight visitors. A multipurpose hall which can accommodate 300pax at any one time is also available for public rental and also government department to hold seminars, social gathering, welfare exhibition and also workshops.

Multi-purpose Hall

There is also a lecture hall equipped with P.A System, air-condition, fans and secretariat room attached which can accommodate 60pax at any one time. Those who are interest to make a booking for the facilities can contact Serian District Council for more details or online

Chalet

Majority of the visitors to the park are day tripper, coming to enjoy the nature surrounding and swim in the crystal clear water or just immerse oneself with the nature.

It a ideal venue for family gathering or getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city life. Enjoy the natural surrounding and cool off in the cool mountain stream.