The park's river renaturalization project won the 2016 World Architecture Festival Award for Landscape of the Year.
The 3-kilometer river stretch was designed using soil bio-engineering, utilizing plants and geotextiles instead of concrete to stabilize the banks.
The park houses one of Singapore's largest dog runs, spanning over 2,000 square meters.
The soil used for the riverbank stabilization includes biodegradable 'vegetated coir blocks' that eventually break down as root systems take over.
The park serves as a flood control mechanism, where the river's plain allows the water level to rise during heavy rain without flooding the surrounding neighborhoods.
Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park is one of the largest urban parks in central Singapore, spanning 62 hectares. The park is defined by a 3-kilometer meandering river, the Kallang River, which replaced a former concrete canal as part of the Active, Beautiful, Clean Waters (ABC Waters) Programme. Its design integrates natural bio-engineering techniques to manage floodwaters while creating diverse habitats. The park features sprawling open lawns, therapeutic gardens, and designated areas for community activities. It serves as a vital ecological corridor connecting various green spaces in the city. Visitors can observe a range of wildlife, including smooth-coated otters that have established dens within the riverbank. Various pedestrian bridges connect the Bishan and Ang Mo Kio sides of the park.
The red-painted metal pedestrian bridges that offer a clear vantage point over the winding river.
Carry insect repellent as the lush, naturalized landscape can attract mosquitoes.
Stay on designated paths during the monsoon season when water levels in the river can rise rapidly.
Bring a hat and sunscreen, as many sections of the park are open fields with limited shade.
Do not attempt to touch or feed the otters, as they are wild animals; avoid walking into the riverbed during periods of heavy rain or storm warnings.
Keep dogs on a leash outside of the designated dog run area; do not feed wildlife; remain on marked trails to protect native vegetation.
