About Pantai Kempadang
Pantai Kempadang is a sandy coastal beach located in the Kempadang area of Kuantan District, Pahang, Malaysia, facing the South China Sea near Sultan Ahmad Shah Airport. It is known for its long stretch of sand, casuarina trees, and views of fishing boats and aircraft approaching the nearby runway. The beach is popular among locals for picnics, fishing, and evening leisure, offering a relatively quiet alternative to more developed beaches in Kuantan.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a long, open sandy shoreline lined with casuarina trees facing the South China Sea. The beach is relatively undeveloped and quiet, with fishing boats anchored offshore and aircraft visible on approach to the adjacent Sultan Ahmad Shah Airport. Areas are suitable for walking, picnicking on the sand, photography, and observing local fishing activity. Basic stalls and shaded seating areas are available near the entrance.
Key highlights
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Long sandy beach facing the South China Sea
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Shaded by casuarina trees suitable for picnics
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Views of fishing boats and aircraft landing at nearby Sultan Ahmad Shah Airport
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Relatively quiet and less commercialized than Teluk Cempedak
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Popular local spot for evening leisure and photography
Culture & Context
Traditional fishing area and local recreational beach used by residents of Kempadang and Kuantan for family gatherings and leisure.
Route
| By air | Sultan Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA) is located immediately adjacent to Pantai Kempadang and is the nearest airport. |
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| By road | Accessible via Jalan Kempadang off Jalan Kuantan-Pekan, approximately 12-15 km south of Kuantan city centre, adjacent to Sultan Ahmad Shah Airport. Best reached by private car, taxi or ride-hailing. |