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The Best Off Road Trails in United Arab Emirates

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  • Ring around Mleiha closely approaching Fossil rock

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    near Al Khārī, Raʼs al Khaymah (United Arab Emirates)
    Author
    inickp
    Distance
    42.85mi
    Elevation +
    1171f
    TrailRank
    62
    Photo ofRing around Mleiha closely approaching Fossil rock Photo ofRing around Mleiha closely approaching Fossil rock Photo ofRing around Mleiha closely approaching Fossil rock

    Forked from Al Mahlea#1 trail. Done by first time offroader on civil Jeep Wrangler (mostly in 2wd mode). Some minor changes due to road construction in the western point of trail. And also approaching Fossil rock, where ...

  • Dibba UAE Border to Oman Musandam Zighi Bay / Wadi Bih Check point.

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    near Dibba Al-Hisn, Fujairah (United Arab Emirates)
    Author
    'Rainbow Hiker' Patrick Vijay D'Silva
    with Maggie Roche
    Distance
    34.15mi
    Elevation +
    5056f
    TrailRank
    62| Rating 4.67
    Photo ofDibba UAE Border to Oman Musandam Zighi Bay / Wadi Bih Check point. Photo ofDibba UAE Border to Oman Musandam Zighi Bay / Wadi Bih Check point. Photo ofDibba UAE Border to Oman Musandam Zighi Bay / Wadi Bih Check point.

    Dibba Musandam to Zighi Bay / Wadi Bih Check point. We drove this track yesterday till the Wadi Bih midpoint Omani checkpost and then turned back up as we had hiking plans of Jebel Qihwi. In any case, foreigners ca...

    Patrick's trail and add-on photos are outstanding. I appreciate the time and effort he invested in providing such detail...
    Nag-FJ

  • Liwa Crescent Crossing - Empty Quarter - Off-road adventure

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    near ‘Arādah, Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates)
    Author
    Balchin
    with Dawn Wadsworth
    Distance
    83.95mi
    Elevation +
    6496f
    TrailRank
    61
    Photo ofLiwa Crescent Crossing - Empty Quarter - Off-road adventure Photo ofLiwa Crescent Crossing - Empty Quarter - Off-road adventure Photo ofLiwa Crescent Crossing - Empty Quarter - Off-road adventure

    This is a magical 2 day trip with overnight camping. Words and pictures do not come close to capturing just how incredible the Empty Quarter is!! This is a must-do trip in a very remote area so a minimum of 5 cars with...

  • DCTAD Route 1 - Al Remah

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    near As Slabeikh, Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates)
    Author
    William Hardie
    with civil.2007
    Distance
    59.89mi
    Elevation +
    3058f
    TrailRank
    60| Rating 2.67
    Photo ofDCTAD Route 1 - Al Remah Photo ofDCTAD Route 1 - Al Remah Photo ofDCTAD Route 1 - Al Remah

    A classic desert crossing linking several areas of picturesque high dunes and bowls, with camel farms and green oases in between. Intermediate level driving on medium-scale dunes - not for beginners. There are many optio...

    Not easy,
    Ronny01

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  • Off road Ain melaih to wadi kub - loop

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    near Sram, Fujairah (United Arab Emirates)
    Author
    sharooq fassul
    Distance
    38.78mi
    Elevation +
    2316f
    TrailRank
    57| Rating 4.67
    Photo ofOff road Ain melaih to wadi kub - loop Photo ofOff road Ain melaih to wadi kub - loop Photo ofOff road Ain melaih to wadi kub - loop

    Ride level - Moderate +, Vehicle with good ground clearance and 4X4 must have. Descend from 500-100 s d difficult part, due to steep cliffs, washed out tracks due to rain , deep pits on the center of road.

    Done it today with stock TLC300. Few kilometers in the middle are challenging, but last 10-20 kilometers are a bit borin...
    zhzhzh

  • Incredible Wadi Sal high mountain climb (near Jebal Jais)

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    near As Sūr, Raʼs al Khaymah (United Arab Emirates)
    Author
    Balchin
    Distance
    17.31mi
    Elevation +
    2569f
    TrailRank
    54| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofIncredible Wadi Sal high mountain climb (near Jebal Jais) Photo ofIncredible Wadi Sal high mountain climb (near Jebal Jais) Photo ofIncredible Wadi Sal high mountain climb (near Jebal Jais)

    4x4 with 4Low gear is required. A very rewarding off-road mountain climb near RAK. The view is spectacular and the drive is fun (if you enjoy off-roading). Mostly the climb is only wide enough for one car at a time, ...

    Very great trail, amazing view and great for camping at the top
    Sam84Sam
    Superb location and stunning views👍
    Hariharan Ravichandran
    Great trail we really enjoyed the drive! As there have been cars which had to turn around I would rate the trail more t...
    Julian Volz

  • Wadi Al Wurayah - Rock Crawling Adventure - The Grand Tour

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    near Zikt, Fujairah (United Arab Emirates)
    Author
    KCG
    Distance
    36.71mi
    Elevation +
    2215f
    TrailRank
    52| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofWadi Al Wurayah - Rock Crawling Adventure - The Grand Tour Photo ofWadi Al Wurayah - Rock Crawling Adventure - The Grand Tour Photo ofWadi Al Wurayah - Rock Crawling Adventure - The Grand Tour

    The Grand Tour - Experts Only if you take on all the rock crawling obstacles; the routes leading up to the rock crawling waypoints are all moderate.

    Thank you we had so much fun
    rashid_altamimi

  • Following the Pipe Line (gravel + some rocky Wadi driving) Maghribīyah - Ghurah

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    near Maghribīyah, Raʼs al Khaymah (United Arab Emirates)
    Author
    Balchin
    Distance
    16.50mi
    Elevation +
    2881f
    TrailRank
    49| Rating 4.93
    Photo ofFollowing the Pipe Line (gravel + some rocky Wadi driving) Maghribīyah - Ghurah Photo ofFollowing the Pipe Line (gravel + some rocky Wadi driving) Maghribīyah - Ghurah Photo ofFollowing the Pipe Line (gravel + some rocky Wadi driving) Maghribīyah - Ghurah

    A beautiful mountain route with cooler camping spots during the summer months. The first half is easy-moderate. The second half is moderate-difficult. I forgot to take photos in that part but it was similar to the ...

    Fun trail to do, never very far from paved roads but quiet on the trail itself. I needed the ground clearance of my lift...
    Red Bas
    For a new comer to off roading, I was a bit overwhelmed when I did some steep up and down hill drives. Ideally post comp...
    Kunal Wadhwani
    Nice trail with a mix of challenging climbs and amazing scenery. Advised to use low-range gear for the many downhill tra...
    mohamed.anis

  • Showkah Pools

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    near Dārah, Raʼs al Khaymah (United Arab Emirates)
    Author
    'Rainbow Hiker' Patrick Vijay D'Silva
    with Maggie Roche
    Distance
    3.58mi
    Elevation +
    102f
    TrailRank
    49
    Photo ofShowkah Pools Photo ofShowkah Pools Photo ofShowkah Pools

    Showkha Pools This trail is recorded in reverse. The graded road is nice, comfortable for SUV. This area is popular with Offroaders, Campers and Hikers. This trail is recorded from the 1st Showkha pools. Due to recent ...

  • Offroading - Wadi Helo to Jebel Kitab Hike start point. ( Sharjah - Kalba road )

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    near Ḩarrah, Sharjah (United Arab Emirates)
    Author
    'Rainbow Hiker' Patrick Vijay D'Silva
    Distance
    3.81mi
    Elevation +
    384f
    TrailRank
    49| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofOffroading - Wadi Helo to Jebel Kitab Hike start point. ( Sharjah - Kalba road ) Photo ofOffroading - Wadi Helo to Jebel Kitab Hike start point. ( Sharjah - Kalba road ) Photo ofOffroading - Wadi Helo to Jebel Kitab Hike start point. ( Sharjah - Kalba road )

    This Offroad trail is recorded to assist Hikers trying to reach the start point / Parking spot of Jebel Kitab Hike from Wadi Helo village area. The access is from Wadi Helo village area. ( Highway 102 Sharjah to Kalba )...

    Lot of farms along the road which made the route even more interesting.
    elida ilinoiu

  • Al Bataeh - Seih Al Harf - Saraya island, UAE

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    near Adh Dhayd, Sharjah (United Arab Emirates)
    Author
    anton_hkng
    with Magdalena Karolak 'Rainbow Hiker' Patrick Vijay D'Silva
    Distance
    85.52mi
    Elevation +
    3307f
    TrailRank
    49
    Photo ofAl Bataeh - Seih Al Harf - Saraya island, UAE Photo ofAl Bataeh - Seih Al Harf - Saraya island, UAE Photo ofAl Bataeh - Seih Al Harf - Saraya island, UAE

    It is an off-roading trip that includes desert, mountain, road, and beach driving. You will drive in three emirates: Sharjah, Umm Al Quwain, and Ras al Khaimah. The starting point is in Al Batayih (Al Bataeh), the Emi...

  • Muraytah - Sinnah/Dibba - Easy 4x4 with a steep gravel mountain pass

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    near Muraytah, Raʼs al Khaymah (United Arab Emirates)
    Author
    Balchin
    Distance
    15.82mi
    Elevation +
    1283f
    TrailRank
    49| Rating 4.67
    Photo ofMuraytah - Sinnah/Dibba - Easy 4x4 with a steep gravel mountain pass Photo ofMuraytah - Sinnah/Dibba - Easy 4x4 with a steep gravel mountain pass Photo ofMuraytah - Sinnah/Dibba - Easy 4x4 with a steep gravel mountain pass

    Route starts and ends on main sealed / tarmac roads. A nice wadi drive with some mountain driving near the Dibba end. While it is easy off-roading, a 4x4 is required for a small length of this track (near Dibba). ...

    Nice tour! Recommend AWD and some clearance. Not more needed. Simple for Pajero...
    Andreas G. 1

  • 4 un-restricted border crossings: Shīs to Khor Fakkan via Nahwa and Madha (Enclave within the Exclave of Oman)

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    near Shīs, Sharjah (United Arab Emirates)
    Author
    Balchin
    Distance
    9.81mi
    Elevation +
    276f
    TrailRank
    48| Rating 5.0
    Photo of4 un-restricted border crossings: Shīs to Khor Fakkan via Nahwa and Madha (Enclave within the Exclave of Oman) Photo of4 un-restricted border crossings: Shīs to Khor Fakkan via Nahwa and Madha (Enclave within the Exclave of Oman) Photo of4 un-restricted border crossings: Shīs to Khor Fakkan via Nahwa and Madha (Enclave within the Exclave of Oman)

    NO VISA REQUIRED - These are un-manned and un-fenced border crossings between UAE and the enclave/exclave. A unique opportunity to cross 4 borders in around 30minutes (these are open borders) The first stretch is o...

    Thank you, super interesting trail! After rains the road is washed out in some places, but still easy to do.
    zhzhzh
    What an AWESOME trail.
    elton.dias1

  • Najd Abyad to Wadi Mamdouh

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    near Munay‘ī, Raʼs al Khaymah (United Arab Emirates)
    Author
    Makshum
    Distance
    30.53mi
    Elevation +
    2638f
    TrailRank
    48| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofNajd Abyad to Wadi Mamdouh Photo ofNajd Abyad to Wadi Mamdouh Photo ofNajd Abyad to Wadi Mamdouh

    This trail I took started from Sharjah-Kalba road, south of Wadi Showka, driving through Najd Abyad, Wadi Esfai village and then crossing the Maliha Fujairah road to Wadi Mamdouh. The first section up to Wadi Esfai villa...

    The first half of the drive can be done in a regular sedan with sensible driving as it's just a simple trail. The second...
    ghoonk
    It was an awesome trail. Thanks for sharing.
    elton.dias1

  • Wadi Naqab to Jebel Yanas Offroading

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    near Baqal, Raʼs al Khaymah (United Arab Emirates)
    Author
    'Rainbow Hiker' Patrick Vijay D'Silva
    Distance
    8.27mi
    Elevation +
    3714f
    TrailRank
    47| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofWadi Naqab to Jebel Yanas Offroading Photo ofWadi Naqab to Jebel Yanas Offroading Photo ofWadi Naqab to Jebel Yanas Offroading

    This Offroading starts at the Yanas - Wadi Naqab Junction point. There is a Barrier Gate with a Security guard. Apparently this offroad was constructed for a Quarry project. They will allow you to drive up after taking...

    Amazing. Thank you for sharing this trail. No issues at the check point. Smooth sailing right till the very top.
    elton.dias1

  • Badayer to Pink Rock and back - 16.01.2021

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    near Margham, Dubai (United Arab Emirates)
    Author
    Balchin
    Distance
    25.11mi
    Elevation +
    1572f
    TrailRank
    47
    Photo ofBadayer to Pink Rock and back - 16.01.2021 Photo ofBadayer to Pink Rock and back - 16.01.2021 Photo ofBadayer to Pink Rock and back - 16.01.2021

    An explore into new areas around Pink Rock and Badayer. A mix of technical dunes in the start, sweeping roller coasters in the middle, and ridge riding towards the end. Dropping tyre pressures, and driving in a con...

  • Shees-Nahwa-Madha-Qidfa Offroading.

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    near Shīs, Sharjah (United Arab Emirates)
    Author
    'Rainbow Hiker' Patrick Vijay D'Silva
    with Maggie Roche
    Distance
    12.39mi
    Elevation +
    659f
    TrailRank
    47
    Photo ofShees-Nahwa-Madha-Qidfa Offroading. Photo ofShees-Nahwa-Madha-Qidfa Offroading. Photo ofShees-Nahwa-Madha-Qidfa Offroading.

    Shees to Nahwa to Madha to Qidfa Fujairah Offroading. We started from Shees Park ( Off Khorfakkan Highway ) and then drive along the Wadi Shees and continue and you get to connect to Madha ( Oman ) area and again you ...

  • Wadi isfani trail

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    near Athabāt, Raʼs al Khaymah (United Arab Emirates)
    Author
    Klashinkof_47
    Distance
    15.32mi
    Elevation +
    1007f
    TrailRank
    46
    Photo ofWadi isfani trail Photo ofWadi isfani trail Photo ofWadi isfani trail

    We planned to cross wadi isfani to al bathna in Fujaira but sadly we couldn't make it because of the hard rocks had fall down and destroyed the way because of the heavy rains on that area, so we came back from half of wa...

  • Offroading Dhaid (Sharjah) to Al Rams (RAK) with Adventure Extreme.

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    near Adh Dhayd, Sharjah (United Arab Emirates)
    Author
    'Rainbow Hiker' Patrick Vijay D'Silva
    with schebaro Magdalena Karolak anton_hkng
    Distance
    82.23mi
    Elevation +
    3609f
    TrailRank
    46| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofOffroading Dhaid (Sharjah) to Al Rams (RAK) with Adventure Extreme. Photo ofOffroading Dhaid (Sharjah) to Al Rams (RAK) with Adventure Extreme. Photo ofOffroading Dhaid (Sharjah) to Al Rams (RAK) with Adventure Extreme.

    Offroading organised by Adventure Extreme group. Desert driving, road driving and mountain driving. We started near Batayeh Dhaid area of Sharjah and drove into the hard and soft sand and crossed into UAQ and RAK des...

    I drove on this beautiful, easy road full of natural local trees, but I did not drive to the mountains, in the middle of...
    Ahmed A

  • Wadi Shawkah loop

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    near Al Khārī, Raʼs al Khaymah (United Arab Emirates)
    Author
    Tim Allen
    Distance
    24.81mi
    Elevation +
    1138f
    TrailRank
    45| Rating 4.2
    Photo ofWadi Shawkah loop Photo ofWadi Shawkah loop Photo ofWadi Shawkah loop

    First leg is up Wadi Showkah to campsite (waypoint). Couple of options for walks up side wadis to right of main track, both of which have pools. Loop continues, with various potential forays up side wadis for walking and...

    Beautiful
    ZHB
    Slow, rocky trail in the first half. Not bad but I'm sure it's much better in winter.
    DJ de Nysschen
    This is a beautiful trail, great offroading experience which changes the difficulty after the rains.
    ifthi

  • Wadi Asimah ( Masafi to Al Ghail )

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    near Fāqī, Raʼs al Khaymah (United Arab Emirates)
    Author
    CLP 29
    Distance
    11.19mi
    Elevation +
    26f
    TrailRank
    44| Rating 4.33
    Photo ofWadi Asimah ( Masafi to Al Ghail ) Photo ofWadi Asimah ( Masafi to Al Ghail ) Photo ofWadi Asimah ( Masafi to Al Ghail )

    A short easy drive into a wadi bed , a lot of garden' s oasis on the way , some pools and streams when water season . Secluded villages and peaceful surroundings .Driving a little tricky in a couple of places as the tra...

    One part is not driveable anymore and a parallel track has to be taken
    Jezabel Pegu

  • Al Awir to Maleha (Fossil Rock)

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    near Hunaywah, Dubai (United Arab Emirates)
    Author
    inickp
    Distance
    33.03mi
    Elevation +
    1358f
    TrailRank
    44
    Photo ofAl Awir to Maleha (Fossil Rock) Photo ofAl Awir to Maleha (Fossil Rock) Photo ofAl Awir to Maleha (Fossil Rock)

    Need to pass farms/campings in the beginning. Then you can choose your complexity on your own by climbing this or that dune on the way or not. There is a desert road along almost the whole trail, it mostly goes in paral...

  • Sefni to Masafi road trail

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    near Athabāt, Raʼs al Khaymah (United Arab Emirates)
    Author
    Nasar Husain
    Distance
    16.10mi
    Elevation +
    2283f
    TrailRank
    43| Rating 4.0
    Photo ofSefni to Masafi road trail Photo ofSefni to Masafi road trail Photo ofSefni to Masafi road trail

    This is a off road trail , 4x4 is mandatory to do this off-road .Nice wadis and greenery’s, recommend to do after the summer.from the main road masafi Friday market is near .

    Very good adventurous trail
    jenshid

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