About Lubuk Timah Hot Spring
Lubuk Timah Hot Spring is a natural hot spring attraction located in Simpang Pulai, Kinta District, Perak, near Ipoh. Set amid limestone hills and former tin-mining land, it features natural geothermal pools channelled into man-made bathing pools, a small waterfall and river. It is notable as one of the few accessible hot springs near Ipoh, offering recreational bathing in mineral-rich warm waters within a landscaped park setting.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a landscaped park with several concrete pools of varying temperatures fed by natural hot spring water, alongside a cool river and small waterfall for contrast bathing. The setting is surrounded by limestone hills, palm trees and village scenery. Facilities include open-air pools, shaded shelters, changing areas and food stalls. Visitors typically soak in the warm pools, wade in the river, picnic and take photos in a casual, family-oriented environment.
Key highlights
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Natural geothermal hot spring pools with varying temperatures
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Cool river and small waterfall adjacent to hot pools for contrast bathing
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Scenic setting surrounded by limestone hills and greenery
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Family-friendly landscaped park with shelters and picnic areas
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Proximity to Ipoh city, making it an accessible day-trip hot spring
Route
| By air | Accessible via Sultan Azlan Shah Airport (Ipoh), then continue by road. |
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| By train | Accessible via Ipoh Railway Station, then continue by road/taxi to Simpang Pulai. |
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