But the tin deposits in the area were rich enough to justify such methods and to sustain nearly a 100 years of ore extraction. It was incredible how they maintained this town, so far from Kuantan deep in the virgin jungle. The scale of operation is not what it used to be, and only an open cast method is being employed. Lembing is not a well-known recreation area, but apart from its historical attraction, the area offers some exciting outdoor opportunity. The more adventurous will find some challenging off-road trails that lead into virgin forests.
Fishing appears to be popular further upstream from Sg.
Lembing, and on the upper reaches of Sg. Visiting the township makes an interesting excursion, but there are almost no tourist facilities available. The old men that operate the machines are equally fascinating, and will readily tell you tales of the mines and its operations. There are also plans to establish a local museum at Sg. Lembing, and building work has already commenced.