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  • Jebel Qada'ah - Routes 2 and 3

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    near Athabāt, Raʼs al Khaymah (United Arab Emirates)
    Distance
    12.54mi
    Elevation +
    4754f
    TrailRank
    73| Rating 4.4
    Photo ofJebel Qada'ah - Routes 2 and 3 Photo ofJebel Qada'ah - Routes 2 and 3 Photo ofJebel Qada'ah - Routes 2 and 3

    Jebel Qada'ah sits centrally in the northern UAE and Mussandam mountains, as a prominent sub-peak on the far end of a north-western ridge line of Jebel Qiwi at 4321' / 1317 meters (source: peakery). It has the 2nd highes...

    Hi Ben, At last found time to hike this trail by following your trail (ascent till Qadaah summit ) and we descended bac...
    'Rainbow Hiker' Patrick Vijay D'Silva
    Did this hike today. Took us 11 hours on the dot. Scenery was fantastic. Did following our Garmin Etrex 20x. Technical ...
    MitchGM
    Nice trail with beautiful views, did it counter clock wise as originally posted. Ascend to Peak Major took about 4 hours...
    Kozyriev Oleksandr
  • Wadi Sha’am Stairway

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    near Manqashah, Raʼs al Khaymah (United Arab Emirates)
    Distance
    3.69mi
    Elevation +
    3530f
    TrailRank
    73| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofWadi Sha’am Stairway Photo ofWadi Sha’am Stairway Photo ofWadi Sha’am Stairway

    This is a great hike rising up from the far end of Wadi Sha’am to a plateau sitting atop the ridge between Wadi Sha’am and Wadi Ghalilah. It makes use of a trail and stairway for large parts. It can be initially tricky ...

    Hi Dan, We few friends hiked this trail today and found it very satisfying, rewarding and enjoyable with short distan...
    'Rainbow Hiker' Patrick Vijay D'Silva
  • near Yinas, Raʼs al Khaymah (United Arab Emirates)
    Distance
    12.33mi
    Elevation +
    961f
    TrailRank
    73| Rating 4.67
    Photo ofHeli Hike (Reverse) Wadi Kub RAK Hike Photo ofHeli Hike (Reverse) Wadi Kub RAK Hike Photo ofHeli Hike (Reverse) Wadi Kub RAK Hike

    My personal FB Page dedicated to UAE Hiking. https://www.facebook.com/Patricks-Hikes-101251445547970 Heli Hike (Reverse) Wadi Kub RAK Hike We were led by Shan of UAE Weekend Lovers. The actual Heli Hike Trail sec...

    Thanks for all info.
    B2k_dubai
  • near Shāh, Raʼs al Khaymah (United Arab Emirates)
    Distance
    6.77mi
    Elevation +
    2359f
    TrailRank
    73| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofWassab village- Jebel Rahabah Hike (Pat 30) Photo ofWassab village- Jebel Rahabah Hike (Pat 30) Photo ofWassab village- Jebel Rahabah Hike (Pat 30)

    Jais Road-Wassab village-Jebel Rahabah- View Deck Park. IF YOU NEED MORE INFORMATION / GUIDANCE, PLEASE CONTACT ME BY COMMENTS OR MESSAGING MY FACEBOOK HIKING PAGE. If you followed my trail, referred my detailed te...

    Good hike, enjoyed it a lot.
    Maggie Roche
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  • near Ḩayl, Fujairah (United Arab Emirates)
    Distance
    7.99mi
    Elevation +
    1004f
    TrailRank
    73| Rating 4.0
    Photo ofWadi Saham-Hayl Dam-Hayl Fort Fujairah. Photo ofWadi Saham-Hayl Dam-Hayl Fort Fujairah. Photo ofWadi Saham-Hayl Dam-Hayl Fort Fujairah.

    Wadi Saham Hayl Dam Hayl Fort. Wadi Saham is located to the West of Fujairah City and consists mainly of a rocky wadi floor with scree and mountain walls. The largest petroglyph assemblage in the wadi is focused on a...

    Thank you for this, Patrick. I just finished this trail today; unfortunately, I was not able to save it because of my ph...
    Btwok
  • near Şidaqah, Fujairah (United Arab Emirates)
    Distance
    4.06mi
    Elevation +
    1109f
    TrailRank
    73| Rating 4.67
    Photo ofAin Alsheria / Ain Al Sheria / Geological Trail, Fujeirah, UAE Photo ofAin Alsheria / Ain Al Sheria / Geological Trail, Fujeirah, UAE Photo ofAin Alsheria / Ain Al Sheria / Geological Trail, Fujeirah, UAE

    It is an easy and well laid trail in Fujairah without bouldering and loose rocks. A provided GPS trek is absolutely enough to follow the trail. You will find a variety of rocks with different structure and colors and the...

    Thank you for the trail. Specially the details about how to drive to the starting point was very helpful.
    chandanau
    well marked map..! As of January 7th, 2023, there were numerous construction works underway on the road that leads to...
    ajetr
    Thank you for sharing this beautiful trail. Just that there was no mobile network from the highway to the Trailhead. I w...
    luitbhuyan
  • Sheri Village (repeat) Mags.

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    near Yinas, Raʼs al Khaymah (United Arab Emirates)
    Distance
    6.04mi
    Elevation +
    3255f
    TrailRank
    73| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofSheri Village (repeat) Mags. Photo ofSheri Village (repeat) Mags. Photo ofSheri Village (repeat) Mags.

    Sheri Village (repeat) Mags. My personal FB Page dedicated to UAE Hiking. https://www.facebook.com/Patricks-Hikes-101251445547970 It is a well marked trail with stone markers Cairns all the way, keep looking for the...

    I followed this trail. Unfortunately, missed the Bat Cave. Maybe next time
    Iulian P
  • Wadi Ghalilah to Jebel Jais Route

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    near Ḩārat ‘Awālī, Raʼs al Khaymah (United Arab Emirates)
    Distance
    5.71mi
    Elevation +
    4606f
    TrailRank
    72| Rating 4.61
    Photo ofWadi Ghalilah to Jebel Jais Route Photo ofWadi Ghalilah to Jebel Jais Route Photo ofWadi Ghalilah to Jebel Jais Route

    A route from the Wadi Ghalilah Dam almost straight up to Jebel Jais, with stunning views of Wadi Litibah, Wadi Ghalilah and Wadi Jais from the top, as well as all the main peaks of the Northern Emirates and Mussadam, exc...

    A lot of thanks to Ben Robbins for his descriptions of Stairway to heaven and Wadi Ghalilah! The way down the Wadi Ghal...
    vl-sher
    Hiked the trail yesterday in 6 hrs which included the walk from the top to jebel Jais viewing park ( it links to a route...
    Imke Clark
    Hi Ben, Yesterday we hiked this trail and continued towards HH Palace and further to 1935 Summit of Jais and then retur...
    'Rainbow Hiker' Patrick Vijay D'Silva
  • near Shāh, Raʼs al Khaymah (United Arab Emirates)
    Distance
    7.92mi
    Elevation +
    2201f
    TrailRank
    72| Rating 4.64
    Photo ofWadi Shah hike, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE Photo ofWadi Shah hike, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE Photo ofWadi Shah hike, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE

    DETAILED POST FOLLOWING THE LINK BELOW (click View More) A fantastic intermediate level hike that combines many features of other UAE hikes: bouldering, beautiful wadi walk, some balconies, and narrow paths around the m...

    Thank you.. Route so well defined.. photographs at the right locations
    shripathitg
    Thank you for uploading this trail with the additional notes. We kept checking them throughout the hike and they were ve...
    lar.elena
    thank you for the detailed info, it was a huge help with our hike yesterday. 💪🏻
    seres.kriszta26
  • near Ţayyibah, Fujairah (United Arab Emirates)
    Distance
    4.39mi
    Elevation +
    846f
    TrailRank
    72| Rating 4.52
    Photo ofWadi Al Ghuna - Beautiful wadi with natural springs, pools, farms etc. Photo ofWadi Al Ghuna - Beautiful wadi with natural springs, pools, farms etc. Photo ofWadi Al Ghuna - Beautiful wadi with natural springs, pools, farms etc.

    Wadi Alghua (or Alghona) is an easy plus hike which is almost similar to Wadi Abadilah. Having both the same kind of terrain, rock formations, water pools / ponds and some vegetations / farms.. This wadi is located be...

    Completed this trail today with a buddy. Thanks for the recording Mr. Muhasin. Was accurate to the point.
    Joel John
    Thank you very much. We did this trail today. I recommend Muhasin to every hiker. His notes were straight to the point, ...
    Angie Lyn Moleno-Valenciano
    Beautiful Beginner to Moderate trail through the wadi filled with water pools, palm trees, and gorgeous rock formation. ...
    Simone Sevcikova
  • Yibir Caves Loop Hike. Fujairah.

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    near Wa‘bayn, Fujairah (United Arab Emirates)
    Distance
    5.56mi
    Elevation +
    1709f
    TrailRank
    72| Rating 4.0
    Photo ofYibir Caves Loop Hike. Fujairah. Photo ofYibir Caves Loop Hike. Fujairah. Photo ofYibir Caves Loop Hike. Fujairah.

    My Non Commercial and Non Profit Hiking Community friendly personal FB Page dedicated to UAE Hiking information and Trails. You may follow the page for updates. https://www.facebook.com/Patricks-Hikes-101251445547970 ...

    I follow this trail partially due to summer we close the hike bit earlier and return via village route by cross through ...
    manish thakare
  • near Shāh, Raʼs al Khaymah (United Arab Emirates)
    Distance
    5.82mi
    Elevation +
    2382f
    TrailRank
    72| Rating 4.0
    Photo ofHidden Oasis and Shahha village Hike (Wellube) Photo ofHidden Oasis and Shahha village Hike (Wellube) Photo ofHidden Oasis and Shahha village Hike (Wellube)

    Wadi Shah to Hidden Oasis to Shahha village by Balcony trail. If you followed my trail, referred my detailed text and if it helped you in achieving your goal or not, Kindly leave a comment / review on wikiloc post aft...

    Informative
    HindHikes (Musafir -NK)
  • near Şidaqah, Fujairah (United Arab Emirates)
    Distance
    4.43mi
    Elevation +
    1152f
    TrailRank
    72| Rating 4.89
    Photo ofAin Alsheria, Ghar Khail (Fujairah) trail Photo ofAin Alsheria, Ghar Khail (Fujairah) trail Photo ofAin Alsheria, Ghar Khail (Fujairah) trail

    One of the most scenic hikes in the UAE! Notes - The road towards the starting point, is a steep road towards Jebel Yibir. If you start early (before sunrise), it is easy to miss the sharp exit to the right (beginning...

    A beautiful trail, the first part is very scenery. The second part is fantastic for the variety of rocks. I strongly rec...
    Caroline Gueneau
    Lovely views on this one, the colours of the rocks look amazing!
    jyotikase
    It's a beautiful and scenic hike, full of unique stone colors and terrain. It can be done with kids as it is an easy to ...
    Mayur_S
  • near Adh Dhayd, Sharjah (United Arab Emirates)
    Distance
    3.98mi
    Elevation +
    902f
    TrailRank
    71| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofJebel Mleiha / Fossil rock, Sharjah, UAE / ملَيْحَة Photo ofJebel Mleiha / Fossil rock, Sharjah, UAE / ملَيْحَة Photo ofJebel Mleiha / Fossil rock, Sharjah, UAE / ملَيْحَة

    It is one of the most popular hikes in the UAE with an amazing view of the Mleiha Desert from the top. You will hike to the top of Jebel Mleiha and continue towards the Fossil rock. When you reach the end of the plateau ...

    Hi, is it open to hike? Would be my firdt hike in Dubai, sounds a good start
    imad amer
    It was easy to follow and quite moderate and difficult as beginner. It was not opened but many people were hiking. Just ...
    Grace Si
  • Baqal Loop

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    near Baqal, Raʼs al Khaymah (United Arab Emirates)
    Distance
    16.19mi
    Elevation +
    3714f
    TrailRank
    71| Rating 4.5
    Photo ofBaqal Loop Photo ofBaqal Loop Photo ofBaqal Loop

    A long hike up several wadis to the plateau of Baqal. The route takes in multiple farmland areas up top and descends down an old road into Wadi Naqab. If going as a group, I recommend taking multiple cars and parking one...

    Thank you for providing this route Just completed it with a cold overnight stay at the second farm Was Fab, more mental...
    Stuart Mayo
    Hi Dan, Hope all is well with you. We followed your trail on 8th January 2022 and enjoyed the hike. But in our ca...
    'Rainbow Hiker' Patrick Vijay D'Silva
  • near Yinas, Raʼs al Khaymah (United Arab Emirates)
    Distance
    15.65mi
    Elevation +
    11824f
    TrailRank
    71| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofWadi Naqab Alternative (Naqab, Samarat, Sheri loop) Photo ofWadi Naqab Alternative (Naqab, Samarat, Sheri loop) Photo ofWadi Naqab Alternative (Naqab, Samarat, Sheri loop)

    EXPERTS only grade hike. PLEASE DO NOT HIKE THIS TRAIL UNLESS ACOMPANIED BY AN EXPERT OR THOSE WHO ARE AWARE OF THIS TRAIL WELL. The trail details and additional pictures can be seen from my previous hike (January ...

    Very nice and happy to see familiar faces ☺️ May be later this year will try it out with you
    DavePratt
  • near Shāh, Raʼs al Khaymah (United Arab Emirates)
    Distance
    6.35mi
    Elevation +
    2182f
    TrailRank
    71| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofWadi Shah - Helek Takem Villages Loop Hike (2024) Photo ofWadi Shah - Helek Takem Villages Loop Hike (2024) Photo ofWadi Shah - Helek Takem Villages Loop Hike (2024)

    Helek Takem Villages Loop Hike Wadi Shah-Helek & Takem Villages Loop Hike. Beautiful hike with trails, scree, loose rocks, scenic Wadi, balcony walk, manmade staircase, little bouldering and nice views. If you fol...

    Enjoyed this loop hike, interesting trail and path with grand views.
    Maggie Roche
  • near Şidaqah, Fujairah (United Arab Emirates)
    Distance
    15.66mi
    Elevation +
    5525f
    TrailRank
    71| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofW2W Trail#2. Wadi Taween to Wadi Naqab via Jebel Harf Tila Photo ofW2W Trail#2. Wadi Taween to Wadi Naqab via Jebel Harf Tila Photo ofW2W Trail#2. Wadi Taween to Wadi Naqab via Jebel Harf Tila

    Wadi Taween to Wadi Naqab Hike. My Non Commercial FB page dedicated for hiking is as below. https://www.facebook.com/Patricks-Hikes-101251445547970 I was born in March 1971 and UAE was created in December 1971. ...

    Thank you Patrick for sharing this trail with us. It was another great long hike!
    Ann_22
  • near Athabāt, Raʼs al Khaymah (United Arab Emirates)
    Distance
    7.31mi
    Elevation +
    2592f
    TrailRank
    71| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofLeopard Canyon - Bahar Village loop Photo ofLeopard Canyon - Bahar Village loop Photo ofLeopard Canyon - Bahar Village loop

    Notes: The starting point is only reachable by a road-worthy AWD or 4WD. Please do not try reaching there with a low ground clearance vehicle. If driving a sedan, you may be required to park at least 3-4 kms from the sta...

    Very nice trail. The difficult part is only at vertical wall. It’s doable even alone if you are fit man, ladies will nee...
    LT kalninėtojai
    Perfect early morning trail, with a bit of everything!!
    Mayur_S
  • near Shāh, Raʼs al Khaymah (United Arab Emirates)
    Distance
    6.30mi
    Elevation +
    3264f
    TrailRank
    71| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofWadi Khamed to Al Takem Village, RAK. UAE. Photo ofWadi Khamed to Al Takem Village, RAK. UAE. Photo ofWadi Khamed to Al Takem Village, RAK. UAE.

    Wadi Khamed (Shah) to Al Takem Village, RAK. UAE. My personal FB Page dedicated to UAE Hiking. https://www.facebook.com/Patricks-Hikes-101251445547970 We few Friends went hiking towards Yabana Section of the the W...

    Thanks Patrick for information and recording the trail. Myself and annit has followed this trail. Thanks for Posting
    manish thakare
    Hello Patrick. Thanks for posting this. Yesterday I’ve tried this but missed the left branch from main wadi and finally ...
    Nikolay Biryukov 1
  • near Shāh, Raʼs al Khaymah (United Arab Emirates)
    Distance
    6.14mi
    Elevation +
    2618f
    TrailRank
    71| Rating 4.84
    Photo ofWadi Lahsa - Musaibat Village Extended Loop upto Wadi Shah Summit Photo ofWadi Lahsa - Musaibat Village Extended Loop upto Wadi Shah Summit Photo ofWadi Lahsa - Musaibat Village Extended Loop upto Wadi Shah Summit

    This is a good moderate hike with 10km long and considerable amount of elevation gain. As you can see we did the hike in the early summer days, so we had to start early in order to finish before getting too hot. Th...

    Very nice and well-described trail. The descent was a little challenging and the GPS was losing its location next to the...
    iwonawo
    Thanks for well narrated description
    sivasamboos
  • near Shāh, Raʼs al Khaymah (United Arab Emirates)
    Distance
    7.17mi
    Elevation +
    1808f
    TrailRank
    70| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofBear Grylls - Hidden Oasis - Shahha Village Photo ofBear Grylls - Hidden Oasis - Shahha Village Photo ofBear Grylls - Hidden Oasis - Shahha Village

    Exploring the Hidden Oasis and the Shahha Village after the rainy days in UAE This is a Moderate level trail, with the mix of off road, trail path, stairs etc. Going upto hidden oasis is Easy plus level, but when you...

    Thanks for recording
    sivasamboos
  • near Adh Dhayd, Sharjah (United Arab Emirates)
    Distance
    4.09mi
    Elevation +
    869f
    TrailRank
    70| Rating 4.24
    Photo ofJebel Mleiha top to Fossil rock hike-Sharjah UAE Photo ofJebel Mleiha top to Fossil rock hike-Sharjah UAE Photo ofJebel Mleiha top to Fossil rock hike-Sharjah UAE

    Check a link to my blog post below after the description for more infor about this hike and other hikes in Mleiha! https://www.theroadreel.com/mleiha-travel-guide/ A hike to the top of the mount Mleiha towards to the Fo...

    Thanks for the trail
    Btwok
    Thanks fot details
    abuzarali57
    Thank you for the detailed trail.
    chandanau
  • near Şidaqah, Fujairah (United Arab Emirates)
    Distance
    5.14mi
    Elevation +
    1358f
    TrailRank
    70| Rating 4.44
    Photo ofAin Alsheria Geological Trail (Yibir) Fujairah Hike Photo ofAin Alsheria Geological Trail (Yibir) Fujairah Hike Photo ofAin Alsheria Geological Trail (Yibir) Fujairah Hike

    Sharing with you another Beginner Plus Trail of Ayn Alshariyah in Taween Wadi, Fujairah area. Most of the hikers in UAE already know about this popular route. This Trail is laid by Fujairah adventures and it is one o...

    Thanks for the info. We did this hike today 11th Feb 2023. Current update - Due to the recent rain, last 5km road are r...
    Shafeek46
    Beautiful Scenery
    Leslie D'Mello
    its good track for beginners and families.
    Mateen Gohar
  • near Yinas, Raʼs al Khaymah (United Arab Emirates)
    Distance
    8.64mi
    Elevation +
    1690f
    TrailRank
    70| Rating 4.5
    Photo ofWadi Naqab to wadi Koob to Al Sanat village hike Ras Al Khaimah, UAE Photo ofWadi Naqab to wadi Koob to Al Sanat village hike Ras Al Khaimah, UAE Photo ofWadi Naqab to wadi Koob to Al Sanat village hike Ras Al Khaimah, UAE

    MAKE SURE TO CHECK MY BLOG POST (LINK BELLOW) FOR ALL THE IMPORTANT DETAILS ABOUT THIS HIKE (https://www.theroadreel.com/best-uae-hikes-wadi-naqab/). Wadi Naqab is a place like no other in the UAE. This is an intermediat...

    Done the loop to Al Sanat village. It was a good hike and challenging. One you should not underestimate. We finished the...
    Ann_22
    Beautiful trail. The roped section on the way up to Al Sanat Village is scary if you don’t like heights and narrow ledge...
    eralyilmaz
    Amazing trail
    Elie Abdo

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