About Ulu Legong Hot Springs
Ulu Legong Hot Springs is a natural geothermal attraction located in Kampung Ulu Legong, Baling District, Kedah, Malaysia, about 22 kilometres from Baling town. The site features naturally heated mineral-rich waters emerging at high temperatures, channelled into public pools and private jacuzzi baths. Surrounded by forested hills and village landscape, it is managed as a recreational park offering bathing, relaxation and family leisure, and is one of Kedah's most well-known hot spring destinations.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a developed hot spring park set among forested hills and palm plantations with a series of open-air pools of varying temperatures fed by natural geothermal water. The complex includes large communal pools, smaller private jacuzzi-style pools for families, chalets and a campsite. Facilities such as changing rooms, toilets, surau, parking and food stalls are available. The environment is casual and family-oriented, focused on soaking, bathing and relaxation.
Key highlights
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Natural geothermal hot springs with mineral-rich water
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Public pools and private family jacuzzi pools with varying temperatures
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Forested hill surroundings in rural Ulu Legong
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Chalet accommodation and campsite within the park
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Well-established family recreation and wellness destination in Kedah
History of Ulu Legong Hot Springs
The hot springs are a natural geothermal feature developed by the Kedah state government and Baling District Council into a public recreational park to provide wellness and tourism facilities for the district.
Culture & Context
Locally valued for the believed therapeutic and relaxing properties of the natural mineral waters and serves as a popular community recreation and family leisure site for residents of Baling and surrounding areas.
Route
| By air | Nearest airports are Penang International Airport and Sultan Abdul Halim Airport in Alor Setar, followed by road transfer to Baling |
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