Cycling @ East Coast Park on Hari Raya Eve~!

We went on an impromptu cycling trip to East Coast Park (ECP) on Hari Raya. It had been at least 3 years since I last visited ECP.

Just an overall good time there but it was awfully packed with people!

For a start, please note that the map given by Nparks is a bit outdated. I had added a bit more details to help those who are going to cycle around ECP especially for folks coming from Marina Parade/Parkway. :)

Area A : This is the utmost west side of the map. 

There is currently ongoing constructions at the LEFT end of the cycling/running pathway. 

In short : DEAD END and CLOSED until further notice.

Area B : Where the big splash or utmost western shops should have been.

They are closed for renovation so no access to the food/toilet/cycling facilities near the Amber Garden underpass.

The Road Safety Community Park is open for people who want to have free fun/nostalgic feel. 

Area C : Where the old McDonald's and bowling area used to be.

They are closed for renovation so no access to Marina cove and Parkland Green.

Nearest food/cycling/ facilities from Parkway parade would be at the Raintree cove area. 

There is a BK and 24hr convenient store (Quick 7 if my memories didn't failed me) there. 

Please note Raintree cove only have toilets @ BK and there is 1 super long queue for the ladies. (2 cubicles only)

I didn't manage to find the Pitstop shop nor the public toilet through.

Area D : Where the East Coast Resort was previously known as.

A lot of people BBQ-ing so if you want free fragrance, you know where to head to :P

There is a multi tracks for cycling on the left side of the map so chose your route carefully to avoid getting a bit lost in the mini rainforest (althrough I doubt you will get lost in ECP).

Area E : Where the famous Seafood Centre and Hawker Centre are.

There is a mini slope for cyclists slightly before hitting the Hawker Centre.

VERY crowded on last weekend with a lot of traffic (cars/humans) coming toward this area.

For folks u want to try the motorised surfing, this is the place but that looks kinds boring to me.

Area F : A very beautiful garden on the left hand side of the map (Bougainvillea garden) that will  kill most of the people who are on leisure cycling :P

My recommendation is to actually pedal enough speed to go up the slope and enjoy the breeze while on wheeling down slope.

There is also a Xtreme skate park (nearer the Food area) for youngsters who wanted to try out there stun tskate/bike skills here. It is open to the public for free :)

Area G : Where the crowds starts to thin out.

This area is generally very flat and easily to cycle around. 

Please note that this is the last 2 public toilets before reaching the end of ECP. 

If you are venturing beyond ECP, I believe that you should do a pitstop here for the toilet before hitting the road.

Area H : The utmost east side of East coast park

I had specially marked a "W" mark here. 

There's a water cooler here (infront of the entrance to SAFRA club) for any water top up.

There's a narrow bridge toward Changi but not really suitable for cycling if your speed isn't fast enough.

Beyond the bridge is the normal pavement (not suitable if you want a smooth cycling) so you have to choose between cycling on the main road or staying on the walking pavement. 

Hope this update is good for people who want to do a general cycle in ECP!

Some Interesting Details to note (extracted from Npark):

• Total land size : 185-hectares
• Scenic coastline : >15 km
• Marine Cove is currently under redevelopment and is scheduled to be completed by 2016.
• East Coast Park Car Park C1 is closed for redevelopment works until September 2014. Please use the next nearest carparks: B2 and C2.
• ECP F1/Bayshore Underpass are undergoing improvement works which is scheduled to be completed by November 2015
• The bridge between East Coast Park Area A and Area B will be dismantled from 6pm, 23 July 2014 onwards. In its place, a new steel bridge will be installed and opened in late 2014. During the construction period, East Coast Park Area A will also be closed.
• Camping is only allowed in Area D and G at East Coast Park. Campers will need to apply for a camping permit via the AXS machine if you wish to camp in our parks. [LOL I saw a lot of tents that are beyond these 2 areas]. Alternatively : HERE
• BBQ is only allowed in designated BBQ pits. Please apply for a permit via the AXS machine if you wish to BBQ in our park. Alternatively : HERE