PAGUTAN MATARAM: A GREEN PARK IN THE HEART OF THE CITY
AUTHOR: Erniw87 DATE: March 2026
If you think that Mataram City only has the park, Taman Udayana, you might be surprised to learn that there is another pleasant green space worth visiting — RTH Pagutan.
As the capital of West Nusa Tenggara (NTB), Mataram is home to several public parks, and RTH Pagutan is one of the city’s larger green open spaces. Located in East Pagutan, this park offers a variety of facilities and outdoor areas that make it popular with local residents.
For travellers exploring Mataram, RTH Pagutan provides an opportunity to experience everyday city life in Lombok, away from the busier tourist areas.
What Is RTH Pagutan?
RTH stands for Ruang Terbuka Hijau, which translates to Green Open Space. These parks are designed to provide residents with accessible outdoor areas for recreation, community activities, and environmental balance within the city.
RTH Pagutan is frequently used as a gathering place for community and student activities. Events such as camping, art performances, training sessions, and sports activities often take place here.
Local vendors permanently selling snacks and drinks can also be found around the park, especially in the late afternoon when visitors begin to arrive.
What Makes RTH Pagutan Different from Taman Udayana?
Many visitors naturally compare RTH Pagutan with Taman Udayana, another well-known park in Mataram.
Taman Udayana is known for its circular amphitheatre-style area called Teras Udayana, which often hosts gatherings and performances.
RTH Pagutan offers a similar open structure used for community events, but the layout of the park is quite different. One of the most noticeable features is that the field here is not completely flat. Instead, the landscape includes small rolling hills that give the park a more natural feel.
These gentle slopes make the park particularly suitable for activities and outdoor gatherings.
Public Facilities at the Park
RTH Pagutan is equipped with several facilities that make it comfortable for longer visits.
These include:
• Toilets
• A prayer room (mushala)
• Traditional gazebos (known locally as berugak)
• A jogging track
• A children’s playground
• Open fields for events and recreation
One interesting feature in the park is a series of large educational boards displaying traffic signs and road markings. These were installed by the Mataram City Government as part of a public education initiative to help people better understand traffic rules and safe driving practices.
When to Visit RTH Pagutan
Visitor numbers at RTH Pagutan vary depending on the time of day.
The park is usually quieter during the late morning and early afternoon. However, in the late afternoon, more people begin arriving to exercise, relax, or spend time with family.
Weekends tend to be the busiest, with students, families, and community groups gathering in the park.
Fortunately, the many shady trees throughout the park help create a cooler and more comfortable environment even during warm days.
How to Get There
RTH Pagutan is located in East Pagutan, Mataram, along Batu Bolong Street.
At first glance, the entrance may look like a residential road, so visitors might easily pass it without realising a large park lies beyond it.
Inside the park, a spacious parking area is available with separate entrance and exit routes to make traffic flow easier. There are no entrance fees to the park, but you’ll be expected to pay a small parking fee (Rp 2,000) if you’re arriving with a motorbike or car.
You can find the location of RTH Pagutan Park and Children’s Playground on Google Maps.
A Quiet Green Space in Mataram
While places like Taman Udayana often attract larger crowds, RTH Pagutan offers a quieter alternative for those looking to relax outdoors in Mataram.
With open grassy areas, community spaces, and simple facilities, the park serves as a gathering place for local residents and students.
For visitors spending time in Lombok’s capital, a short stop at RTH Pagutan can offer a glimpse into everyday life in Mataram.
