The Best Hiking Trails in Dārah, Raʼs al Khaymah (United Arab Emirates)

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Wadi Shawka loop 9k

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zaheer
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Distance

5.61mi

Elevation +

722f

TrailRank

66| 5.0

A challenging route that involves following the Wadi, going up steep gorge leading to a summit with panoramic views, descent to another wadi (scree slope) and rejoining the starting point. Some of the narrow winding sect...

Well laid out path, impossible to lose the trail. I would only suggest going in reverse, as you would end up at the pool...
amplituded

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The two Shawka wadi’s loop and jobless valley

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salua_daghay

Distance

4.24mi

Elevation +

276f

TrailRank

64| 4.73

Enter the Wadi branch just North of the Shawka Pools wadi and follow it as it snakes it way in parallel with the Shawka pools wadi. Possibility for a ridge climb detour to view the pools wadi from the top. Take a side br...

Great trail! Did in January, lots of pools, frogs, dragonflies
Grietje Caels

This is one of the most beautiful trails in the UAE, especially in the winter season after a rainfall. Be extra careful ...
Rabih Eltair

thanks - nice easy hike, with some inclines and steeper descents but very manageable.
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Wadi Shawka alternative

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ewajuz
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Distance

8.05mi

Elevation +

827f

TrailRank

58

Popular destination within 1h drive from Dubai, lots of easy hikes. We chose less crowded option, on way in crossing the mountains and following wadi on the way back. Easy trail but keep in mind Shawka area is full of l...

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Falcon Ridge

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Southak

Distance

4.61mi

Elevation +

1070f

TrailRank

52| 4.67

Another great trail lead by the excellent guys at UAE Trekkers. This trail requires a 4x4 or similar to access the start point, or you can hike a few KM from a nearby parking spot. The trail itself starts with a steady c...

Great varied hike not too hard and lots of views. So nice to have all the trails maintained.
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Wadi showka pools

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Emsjules

Distance

3.13mi

Elevation +

174f

TrailRank

51| 5.0

A lovely walk through the pools of showka. Wikiloc automatically made it moderate, i would more call it easy but because at some points you have no choice but to wade through the pools I kept it at moderate. This was aft...

4 x 4 is needed to get to trail start. Really nice scrambley walk with kids & dog. Some climbing over steeper rocks need...
karenkey

A bit less water five weeks on from the rain but still lovely. Thanks for sharing.
DiFi1980

Thanks for sharing
elton fernandes7

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Shawka loop

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ABIGAIL BURKE

Distance

4.41mi

Elevation +

965f

TrailRank

50| 5.0

This gives a better place to park than the regular Shawka Dam parking, especially for a weekend. The hike is easy with well marked out paths, no chance of getting lost. Basic fitness required for the elevation, good hik...

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OIivier

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Wadi Shawka Dam to Pool loop (Beginners)

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Bhavya Arora

Distance

5.40mi

Elevation +

725f

TrailRank

49| 5.0

This is a beginners hike in wadi shawka from the parking area near shawka Dam to the Shawka pool going deep into the Wadis.

Great trail for a day hike
Abdulla Al Awar

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Wadi Showka and Rock Pools

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Muhasin Pallikkal

Distance

4.80mi

Elevation +

308f

TrailRank

46| 3.5

It's been an absolutely incredible trip, one of those who keep in your heart as a treasured memory. One of those that inspire you to come again. The wadi is lush and green, hilly and rugged... Its a recommended trail ...

Tried to reach the trailhead on a sedan using default Google maps. Got stuck in the soft soil twice and the ride was so ...
Zanfer

I followed the driving path using a Jeep Wrangler & thought the path was way too bumpy & rocky. However the starting poi...
ii.almarri

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Wadi Showka loop ending with Showka Pool

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Li Zhang

Distance

4.52mi

Elevation +

295f

TrailRank

45| 4.33

Route start and end at Emirates Adventure Camp. Generally easy for all physically fit person, lots of loose stone so hike shoe would help. Showka pool at last, if you don’t want get wet, there is alternate route on the...

Very easy to follow. But the point to go by car and park is not right
chrysteledumont

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WADI SHOWKA

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LE FEVRE FRANCOIS

Distance

6.35mi

Elevation +

390f

TrailRank

42| 4.78

Better to park the car at the biginning of the trail. if it has been raining before, you would have a lot of water with multiple pools to go through, avoid electronic devices. Count 5 hours to do it. Prepare spare clothe...

Nice hike. We were a group of 4 people and it took us 4 hrs (breaks included)
JSIP

Awesome track. Just one point where it gose up. Missed it and used a bit challenging track to GRT back on track. But it ...
arminmahdi

Downloaded the GPX file and went today. Started at Showka dam just before dawn and back to the car by 1pm, including 2 s...
Muzla2

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Wadi Showka Pools

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elton fernandes7

Distance

3.57mi

Elevation +

138f

TrailRank

41| 3.0

Wadi Shawka is one of the most popular hiking destination in UAE. This hike is mainly known for its pools accross the trail called as shawka pools. From its starting point, one can also do an off road drive trough fla...

The route given is only good for a SUV, Smaller cars like hatchbacks are not suitable. An easier and better route to rea...
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Falcon Ridge/Shawkha Dam Loop

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Southak

Distance

5.15mi

Elevation +

1132f

TrailRank

40| 3.67

A long loop starting in the wadi, a steep climb to start, across a few ridges then looping round and down the other side of the dam. Returns back past the dam and along the valley floor.

Nice easy route great for beginners - my first this year so will be back.
smjkt01

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Shawka steps, pools and dam

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Gemma Frankland

Distance

5.00mi

Elevation +

236f

TrailRank

40

Shawka steps, pools and dam The trail actually starts by going up the 750 steps, but I only tracked from the top of the steps. Head to red end point first and that is a car park. You leave the car park up the hill you d...

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Wadi Shawka (+kids)

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JPLocke NS

Distance

4.60mi

Elevation +

220f

TrailRank

40

Wadi Shawka - easy, kids friendly walk. Be prepared to walk though 1-2 pools as otherwise you need to do a bit of bouldering on the side. Make sure NOT to follow google map blindly to the start of the trail.

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Wadi Showka for family

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GG & Bruno

Distance

6.41mi

Elevation +

423f

TrailRank

39

Easy hike for the entire family. Mostly in a wadi with a lot of shade. A few pools at the start that can be avoided easily if needed. Download the map at home, the place is totally offline.

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Wadi Shawka Pools

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Trail Hunters UAE

Distance

4.02mi

Elevation +

259f

TrailRank

39

Quite peaceful hike and available within 1 hour from Dubai. Relatively easy hike physically. Pools area would require some scrambling at the beginning, which add even more fun. Most of the pools are dry during normal se...

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Wadi Shawka - FJR - UAE

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arminmahdi

Distance

5.11mi

Elevation +

358f

TrailRank

38

My fav track of Shawka until now. Rated it Moderate 4 slightly uphill at 4.5km & walking on top. some might feel uncomfortable. but over all, really easy track. 2LT Water if its not summer is enough comfortable shoe ...

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Wadi Shawka moderate hike

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Shaima' AlM

Distance

6.36mi

Elevation +

348f

TrailRank

37

Amazing hike, challenging yet very beautiful & we enjoyed it to the max Could be difficult for beginners You will get wet Hiking shoes is highly preferred as you will be climbing & descending

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Wadi shoukah hike

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khayralla52

Distance

4.87mi

Elevation +

299f

TrailRank

37

Most beautiful hike we did although had been through same hike several times before because of the beautiful weather conditions was raining & wadi was running like real river beside several water falls we went through ha...

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Shawka Pools Hike - Zanfer

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Zanfer

Distance

5.88mi

Elevation +

367f

TrailRank

35

This hike starts closer to Emirates Adventure center/ Shawka inner Park. There are no marked trails available, mostly you would be following the wadi and some trails made by camels. If you try to navigate to the Trailhea...

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Falcon Ridge (shorter loop)

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Southak

Distance

3.11mi

Elevation +

581f

TrailRank

35

This ‘reverse lollipop’ starts off in a dry wadi and climbs towards Shawka Dam. Giving lovely views of the surrounding mountains and the dam, it’s then a turnaround and you can either retrace your steps completely, take ...

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Wadi shawka water pools

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Mubz

Distance

5.70mi

Elevation +

361f

TrailRank

35

Leads you to some of the most beautiful parts of the wadi with pools and lot's of shade. You can even have a dip in the water.

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3 Hour Shawka Wadi Loop.

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Obaid AlBudoor

Distance

3.95mi

Elevation +

246f

TrailRank

34

Great Detours, pools available year round, frogs, colorful birds, plants, shrubs and stunning vistas. Recommend 3 hours of hiking time, 4 if you want to take detours (which I highly recommend)

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Shawka natural pool (alternative route

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Daisy the doggo

Distance

3.96mi

Elevation +

364f

TrailRank

34

We hiked with our dog and she’s not a swimmer. This route avoided the pools and steep hills.. I was 5 months pregnant doing this hike .. you can follow our small detour to see the pools.. we quite enjoyed the hike, you g...

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Showka Pools

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yasminem

Distance

3.43mi

Elevation +

79f

TrailRank

34| 4.33

Easy/moderate. Good for begginers. Easy to navigate without maps. Trail starts from the big stairs behind the dam which is the most challenging part. After that's done, trail becomes easy. There are two ways back, we too...

Pretty easy but this app is not entirely accurate
aiqbal11

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