Taman Rimba Ampang in Selangor is expected to reopen to the public by the third quarter of 2027, according to Ampang Member of Parliament Rodziah Ismail. The forest park, also known locally as Bukit Belacan, has been closed since 2017 to accommodate construction for the East Klang Valley Expressway (EKVE).

Initially, the closure was projected to last around 18 months, but the site has now been inaccessible for nearly a decade. Rodziah acknowledged the long wait faced by residents in Ampang and the neighboring Pandan area and emphasized ongoing efforts to expedite the park's reopening while ensuring improvements are made.

A recent site visit involving representatives from EKVE Sdn Bhd, the Hulu Langat District and Land Office, the Hulu Langat Public Works Department (JKR), and the Selangor Forestry Department reviewed the status of the upgrading works and established a timeline for completion. The rehabilitation, funded entirely by EKVE as part of its corporate social responsibility initiatives, encompasses a range of enhancements including site clearing, upgraded access roads, pedestrian walkways, and public facilities such as toilets, prayer rooms, gazebos, and office spaces.

Rodziah urged the community to exercise patience to allow contractors the necessary time to complete these works to schedule. She highlighted that the goal is not simply to restore access but to provide a safer environment with improved amenities aimed at enhancing the visitor experience for locals, day-trippers, and international tourists alike.

Taman Rimba Ampang is surrounded by the Ampang Forest Reserve and was formerly a favored spot for families and birdwatchers, valued for its proximity to Kuala Lumpur’s city centre. Rodziah expressed confidence that once reopened, the park could serve as a prominent recreational and short-getaway destination, benefiting residents and visitors in the region.