Punjab Hiking & Trekking Guide 2026

Top trails

Routes worth lacing up your boots for.

1. 1

   Sakesar Peak Climb, Soon Valley

   About 6-8km round trip on the approach track and summit path3-4 hours round tripmoderate1,522m summit, the highest point in the Salt Range, with roughly 400-500m of ascent from the Soon Valley floor

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   Kallar Kahar Lake Shoreline Walk

   About 3km circuit around the lake1-1.5 hourseasyMostly flat, around 30m of gentle undulation along the shoreline path

3. 3

   Kallar Kahar Ridge to Pirdi Pass Viewpoint

   About 5km round trip from the lakeside to the ridge viewpoint2-2.5 hours round tripeasyRoughly 250m of ascent from the lake to the pass

4. 4

   Katas Raj Temple Complex Walk

   About 1.5-2km around the temple complex and pond, with an optional climb to the surrounding hillside viewpoints1.5-2.5 hours including the hillside extensioneasyComplex sits on the Potohar Plateau at about 610m; the surrounding hill spurs add 60-100m of additional climbing

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   Rohtas Fort Ramparts Walk

   About 4km covering the main gates and western ramparts2-3 hours for a thorough circuiteasyBuilt on irregular hilly ground; ramparts vary 10-18m in height above the surrounding terrain, with a perimeter of over 4km

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   Chameron National Park Trail, Kallar Kahar

   About 4-5km on marked park tracks2 hourseasyGentle Salt Range foothill terrain, around 150m of cumulative climbing

7. 7

   Derawar Fort Desert Approach Walk

   1-2km walking the fort perimeter and approach dunes; longer desert walks arranged with a guide1.5-2 hours for the fort circuit; half-day for a guided dune walkeasyFlat desert terrain with low, shifting dunes; negligible elevation change

Trail difficulty levels

Pick a route that matches your fitness and experience.

When to hike

Seasonal conditions in Punjab.

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Local hazards

What to watch out for on the trail.