Townships and Settlements
The Cameron Highlands is one of the 11 administrative divisions of Pahang. It comprises three townships and five settlements. The three townships are Ringlet, Tanah Rata and Brinchang.
Ringlet is the first town after the turn off at the Tapah Interchange. It is about 12 kilometres (7.5 mi) from Tanah Rata. It is one of the agricultural hubs of the region.
Tanah Rata is the administrative centre of the Cameron Highlands. The general hospital, police station and post office are located at this municipality.
Brinchang is 4 kilometres (2.5 mi) from Tanah Rata. It is the biggest town of the retreat.
The five settlements in the area are the Bertam Valley, Kea Farm, Tringkap, Kuala Terla and Kampung Raja. All are separated from one another by a considerable distance.
Bertam Valley is five kilometres from Ringlet. It is involved with the growing of flowers and vegetables.
Kea Farm is 6 kilometres (3.7 mi) from Tanah Rata. It is the highest village in peninsular Malaysia.
Tringkap is 7 kilometres (4.3 mi) from Brinchang. It is close to the tea estates.
Kuala Terla is 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) from Tringkap. Most of the residents here are farmers.
Kampung Raja is the first town after departing the Simpang Pulai Interchange. It is, by and large, a residential area.
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