About Titi Hayun Recreational Forest
Titi Hayun Recreational Forest is a lowland dipterocarp forest reserve at the foothills of Gunung Jerai in Yan District, Kedah, Malaysia. Managed by the Kedah State Forestry Department, it is centered on the Sungai Titi Hayun river and its small waterfalls and pools. The site is notable for its accessible jungle setting, bathing areas, picnic facilities and trekking trails, serving as a popular day-use nature recreation area for families and local visitors.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a shaded lowland forest setting along the Sungai Titi Hayun with small cascades, shallow pools and rocky riverbeds suitable for wading and bathing. The area has paved paths, picnic shelters, suspension bridges and open lawns surrounded by dense forest. Facilities include toilets, surau, parking and chalets/campsite. Trails lead into the surrounding Gunung Jerai forest for short jungle walks. The environment is natural and family-oriented, with flowing water, forest sounds and designated picnic and river recreation zones.
Key highlights
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Shallow waterfalls and natural pools along Sungai Titi Hayun for wading and bathing
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Lowland dipterocarp forest at the foothills of Gunung Jerai
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Picnic shelters and camping area within forest setting
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Suspension bridge and forest trails for short treks
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Family-friendly river recreation area managed by Kedah Forestry Department
History of Titi Hayun Recreational Forest
Developed and maintained as a public recreational forest within the Gunung Jerai Forest Reserve under the Kedah State Forestry Department to provide nature-based recreation and forest conservation awareness
Route
| By road | Accessible by road from Yan town via Jalan Titi Hayun, approximately 10-12 km from Yan town centre; private vehicle, taxi or ride-hailing is the most convenient option |
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| By public transport |