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5 Best Hiking Trails in Delhi (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Vespera Quill
By Vespera Quill, Expert in Local Experiences and Cultural Analysis · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

Delhi doesn't look like a city for hiking trails until you find the Ridge. Yamuna Biodiversity Park alone has logged just under 12,000 Google reviews, more than any other trail on this page, and together the spots here have racked up over 35,000 reviews from people walking the same forest paths you're about to.

Short answer: Aravali Biodiversity Park in Gurugram holds the highest rating on this page at 4.6 across 2,806 reviews, while Yamuna Biodiversity Park carries the deepest track record with nearly 11,853 Google reviews at 4.1 stars. Most of these trails are free to enter and best walked early morning, before the heat and the crowds.
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The Ridge and Beyond: How Delhi's Trails Compare

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Pusa Hill Forest 4.3 9,493 Central Delhi forest walk View ›
2 Yamuna Biodiversity Park 4.1 11,853 Bird watching / wetland trails View ›
3 Jahanpanah City Forest 4.3 5,744 Running loops / dense canopy View ›
4 Kamla Nehru North Ridge 4.3 5,307 History along the trail View ›
5 Aravali Biodiversity Park 4.6 2,806 Highest-rated / rewilded terrain View ›
5 Best Hiking Trails in Delhi (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

Pusa Hill Forest logo
#1 Overall

Pusa Hill Forest

4.39,493 Google reviews

Pusa Hill Forest sits inside the Central Ridge Reserve Forest, a dense pocket of natural trails close to the heart of the city. Reviewers describe genuine forest cover, birdsong, and multiple entry gates, which makes it easy to pick an access point close to wherever you're staying. It's a more rustic reserve than a manicured park, so don't expect benches or toilets at every turn.

What people praise

  • Genuine forest feel minutes from central Delhi, unlike most city parks
  • Multiple entry gates make it easy to access from different neighborhoods
  • Good for morning and evening walks, with birdlife reviewers repeatedly mention
  • Peaceful and quiet compared to busier Delhi green spaces

Worth knowing

  • Basic amenities like benches, toilets and lighting are limited or absent
  • Mosquitoes and insects can be an issue, especially in warmer months
Reputation scorecardrank in Delhi
Rating4.3 / 5
Review volume9,493 · 92th
Confidencevery high
Recency8 months ago
Info completenessbasic
Rating breakdown57% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The most centrally located option here for a genuine forest escape without leaving the city. Go for the quiet and the birds, not the facilities.

J5JC+2X2, 9D/1, Link Rd, Central Ridge Reserve Forest, New Delhi, Delhi 110012

Yamuna Biodiversity Park logo
#2🕑 Open 6 days/wk

Yamuna Biodiversity Park

4.111,853 Google reviews

Yamuna Biodiversity Park is run by the Delhi Biodiversity Foundation on land reclaimed and restored into wetland and forest habitat near Wazirabad. Its own materials describe restored floodplain, wetland forest communities, and guided nature trails through a herbal garden and bamboo thickets. It's explicitly framed as a conservation zone for nature study rather than a picnic park, and it carries the deepest review history of any trail on this page.

What people praise

  • Deepest review history on this page, with nearly 12,000 Google reviews
  • Strong reputation for bird watching, especially migratory species in winter
  • Huge, genuinely green space with real wetlands, not manicured lawns
  • Free entry

Worth knowing

  • Getting there involves a drive, with no metro station nearby
  • Closed Sundays, and guided-trail slots can be time-limited during busy periods
Reputation scorecardrank in Delhi
Rating4.1 / 5
Review volume11,853 · 97th
Confidencehigh
Recency7 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown53% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The standout pick if birdwatching or a real wetland ecosystem is what you're after. Plan for the guide-led format and go early morning, winter months are best for migratory birds.

Main Jagatpur Rd, Wazirabad, New Delhi, Delhi, 110084

Jahanpanah City Forest logo
#3🕑 Open 7 days

Jahanpanah City Forest

4.35,744 Google reviews

Jahanpanah City Forest spans multiple marked loops near Tughlaqabad, with reviewers describing a 6.6 km round route plus shorter 2 km and 200 metre options for different fitness levels. It's known for unusually dense tree cover and a raised machaan platform offering a wide view over the canopy, and reviewers describe it as one of the greener, more forest-like spots in South Delhi.

What people praise

  • Marked loops of different lengths suit both casual walks and serious runs
  • Dense, cinematic tree canopy that reviewers compare to a rainforest
  • Peacocks and varied birdlife commonly spotted
  • Well-guarded, giving a safer feel for solo walkers
Reputation scorecardrank in Delhi
Rating4.3 / 5
Review volume5,744 · 87th
Confidencevery high
Recency3 months ago
Info completenessphone · hours
Rating breakdown59% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A strong pick for runners and regular walkers who want route variety and real shade. The multiple loop lengths make it flexible for different fitness levels.

G6MP+4GF, walkway, Jahanpanah City Forest, New Delhi, Delhi 110044

Kamla Nehru North Ridge logo
#4🕑 Open 7 days

Kamla Nehru North Ridge

4.35,307 Google reviews

Kamla Nehru North Ridge is a forested stretch in Civil Lines threaded with colonial-era landmarks, including Flagstaff Tower and the Old Guard House. Reviewers describe long, winding trails past two small lakes, Khooni Jheel and Sarpakar Lake, alongside genuine forest cover and a resident population of monkeys and peacocks.

What people praise

  • Combines walking trails with real historical landmarks from the Mughal and British eras
  • Quiet, underrated compared to more crowded Delhi green spaces
  • Benches placed along the trail for resting

Worth knowing

  • Multiple reviewers warn about aggressive monkeys, advising against eye contact or carrying visible food
  • Best avoided right at sunset or before sunrise, per repeated reviewer advice
Reputation scorecardrank in Delhi
Rating4.3 / 5
Review volume5,307 · 82th
Confidencehigh
Recency9 months ago
Info completenesshours
Rating breakdown55% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Worth the trip if you want history layered into your walk, not just trees. Time your visit for daylight hours and keep food out of sight.

M6RC+V56, Chauburja Marg, Kamla Nehru Ridge, Civil Lines, New Delhi, Delhi, 110007

Aravali Biodiversity Park logo
#5🕑 Open 7 days

Aravali Biodiversity Park

4.62,806 Google reviews

Aravali Biodiversity Park in Gurugram is a rewilding project that has restored native Aravalli scrub vegetation on previously barren land, with paved and unpaved paths, benches, and a dedicated running trail. Reviewers highlight easy parking, free entry, security presence throughout, and clean facilities including toilets near the main gate, unusual for a park of this size.

What people praise

  • Highest rating on this page at 4.6 across 2,806 reviews
  • Free entry and free, hassle-free parking
  • Clean toilets and well-maintained paths, unusual for a park this size
  • Security guards posted throughout for a safer walking experience
Reputation scorecardrank in Delhi
Rating4.6 / 5
Review volume2,806 · 76th
Confidencevery high
Recency3 months ago
Info completenesshours
Rating breakdown71% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The best-rated trail on this list and a genuinely well-run one, with facilities that outdo most Delhi parks. A strong default choice if this is your first visit to the Ridge system.

F4J6+PJ4, Acharya Shree Tulsi Marg, DLF Phase 3, Sector 24, Gurugram, Haryana 122002

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How we score

Every number on this page is computed from public Google data on the date shown, not from opinion or payment. Rating is the venue’s live Google star average. Review volume shows how many visitors have rated it, ranked against other Delhi trails. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.6 from thousands of visitors carries more weight than a 4.6 from a handful. Recency reflects how recently people are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much does it cost to visit these trails?

Entry to every trail on this page is free, based on reviewer reports; some, like Yamuna Biodiversity Park, require a guide for certain sections rather than a fee. There are no ticketed venues on this list, so there’s no cost table to publish.

Serving Delhi, the Ridge, and Gurugram

These trails span Central Delhi’s Ridge Reserve Forest, Wazirabad, Tughlaqabad, Civil Lines, and Gurugram’s DLF Phase 3. Searching for hiking trails near me? Each listing below shows directions and, where available, a phone number, so you can plan your route from wherever you’re starting.

What to check before you hike a Delhi trail

  • What time do the gates open and close, and is there a guided-only window?
  • Is the trail flat, or does it involve real elevation change?
  • Are there toilets or drinking water on site?
  • Is the area known for monkeys or other wildlife to watch for?
  • Is parking available on site, and is it free?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these hiking trails?

We started from hiking trails, forests and nature parks across Delhi with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency, and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (August 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Is there an entry fee for these trails?

Every trail on this page is free to enter based on reviewer reports. Some, like Yamuna Biodiversity Park, require joining a guided group for certain sections rather than paying a fee.

What’s the best time of day to hike these trails?

Reviewers consistently recommend early morning, both for cooler temperatures and to avoid crowds. Several also flag winter months as best for birdwatching at the wetland sites.

The bottom line

Aravali Biodiversity Park is the best-rated and best-maintained option here, with clean facilities and free parking that put it ahead of most Delhi green spaces. If birdwatching or sheer scale is what draws you, Yamuna Biodiversity Park’s deep review history and wetland habitat make it worth the drive.

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