Hua Guo Shan (Bukit Mertajam) — Attraction in Penang

A chill hiking spot.

Overall distance to the top is around 2km, perfect for beginners to try hiking for the first time.

Following GPS you will arrive at a temple at the foot of mountain, park there and you can see a small hiking road that will lead you to the top. There are signs to guide your way and overall the course is not so winding.

Near the top there is a spot for you to eat some food and have some drinks there. No worries if are hungry.

At the top there is the unmissable 328 rainbow Bridge for you to take photos and chill. Near the top are some statues of animals to see and take photos as well. There is also an observation deck for you to enjoy and view the sceneries of bm.

There are dogs around the hiking path that are human friendly. Just proceed in a steady pace while passing by them and you should be fine.

Bring an umbrella if the weather is cloudy. During my hike there was a downpour but there are multiple spots along the hiking path as a cover for the rain so everything is fine. Just becareful as the hiking path is slippery after rain.

Overall a good hiking experience. Recommended for beginners that first started hiking. For intermediates to pros this course might not be so...

Good place to break a sweat and escape to the greeneries. Parking available near the temple near the entrance. Walk on the cemented trail. Along the way there’ll be a junction. Left pathway is to the bottom part of the rainbow steps (328 path). Right pathway is to the top of the rainbow steps. So its sort or a circle. After the platform, can hike further up for another view. Track goes to Tokun i think. The place is clean, and spacious. Nice to just chill and enjoy the view overlooking the mainland, strait and Penang Island. Perfect for sunset. Also there are stalls selling...

I love this trail... Anyone can climb at anytime of the day, cos its mostly shaded through out the journey to the top.. Except for some few spot, but is considerably minumum. The trail are quite steep to be frank, but it is a good training spot for beginner hiker. The trails are nicely cemented, and once you reach the top, the "rainbow" will bring you to...