5 Best Hiking Trails in Dubai (2026)

Mushrif National Park is one of Dubai's largest parks, built around a natural Ghaf forest with marked hiking and off-road biking trails alongside picnic areas, BBQ spots, playgrounds and a swimming pool. It's less than 30 minutes from Downtown but reviewers consistently describe it as feeling completely removed from the city. Entry runs around AED 3 per person or AED 10 per vehicle, with some attractions inside charging separately.

Al Rabi Hiking Trail is located in Khorfakkan, Sharjah, just outside Dubai's city limits, and offers a genuine uphill hike with panoramic views over Khorfakkan Beach, the town, and Shark Island. Most hikers report the round trip takes around 2 to 2.5 hours, though fitter hikers have done it faster. Reviewers are split on difficulty: some call it beginner-friendly, others say it's a real workout and not for kids or older hikers.

Mushrif Park Hiking Trail is a dedicated hiking route within Mushrif National Park, distinct from the park's general grounds, running along a sandy track with rest stops and free lockers and showers at the start. Reviewers describe it as more of a flat, relaxed walk than a technical hike, with routes ranging from around 2.6km to a longer 8km option. It sits near the flight path into Dubai, and several reviewers mention spotting planes overhead as a highlight.

Al Jaddaf Walk is a 1.6km waterfront promenade along the canal in Al Jaddaf, offering sea and city views including a clear line to Burj Khalifa across the water. It's better described as a walking path than a hiking trail, with three rest areas along the route, though one reviewer noted the main entrance is a staircase not suited to strollers or wheelchairs. It's a quieter, less touristy option compared with some of Dubai's more crowded waterfront spots.

Adventur Next is a Dubai-based hiking group that organizes guided Sunday hikes and other group outings, rather than being a trail itself. Reviewers describe it as beginner-friendly, with marshals who pace the group and support slower hikers, and it holds a perfect 5.0 rating across every review on record. It's the option to consider if you'd rather join an organized hike with guides than head out to a trail on your own.