Mount Ledang
Mountain Forested peak in Johor, associated with Malay legend
Known locally as Gunung Ledang, this Johor peak offers forested trails, waterfalls and a network of day-hike routes. Hikers come for summit views, jungle paths and the site’s legendary Malay folklore.
Mount Ledang is a mountain in Johor, Malaysia, recorded here with the supplied coordinates. It is shown as a named natural summit within the state of Johor.
The mountain likely attracts local visitors for hiking and viewpoints where access exists, but this entry does not provide specific trail descriptions, facilities or visitor information. No quantitative visitor data are included in the supplied information.
There is no construction or historical detail provided in this dataset; the mountain is listed as a natural feature without further historical context here.
Located on the Malay Peninsula within Johor state, the summit’s latitude and longitude are given above; the input does not list distances to nearby urban centers.
- Coordinates: Located at 2.3733° N, 102.6079° E.
How to Get to Mount Ledang #
Drive: Mount Ledang (Gunung Ledang) is reached by road from the North-South Expressway (E2). From Johor Bahru or anywhere on the E2 take the Tangkak/Sagil exits and follow local roads and signage to Gunung Ledang National Park (Sagil, Tangkak District) and the park car park; the summit trailheads start a short walk from the park facilities.
Public transport: intercity buses and minibuses serve the Tangkak/Sagil area from larger terminals; from Tangkak/Sagil take a local taxi to the national park (short drive).
Tips for Visiting Mount Ledang #
- Start pre-dawn via the official Gunung Ledang (Mount Ledang) park entrance near Tangkak/Sagil to beat the midday tropical heat and frequent afternoon thunderstorms; early starts also reduce weekend crowds.
- Register at the park office before setting off and follow the marked main trails - park staff can advise on current trail conditions and campsite availability, which many day-visitors skip.
- If you want quieter hiking, visit midweek or outside Malaysian school holidays; guided night hikes and guided multi-day treks are available from local operators if you prefer company or help with route-finding.
Best Time to Visit Mount Ledang #
Visit Mount Ledang in the drier months (roughly May-September) for the most reliable hiking conditions and clearer views.
Weather & Climate near Mount Ledang #
Mount Ledang's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 17°C to 26°C. Heavy rainfall (2218 mm/year), wettest in November.
January
January is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (214 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (145 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (206 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is mild with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (237 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is the warmest month with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (183 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is mild with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (126 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (107 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (125 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (162 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (213 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (255 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (245 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
