Perfect for people who want to get lost in the nature, away from all the traffic and noises of the city for a short period of time.Trail 3 has got 2 different kinds of tracks, 1 is rocky and really steep, ideal for experienced hikers. The other one is smoother and easier which goes around the mountain so its a bit longer, it is best for beginners.For beginners Id recommend not to go alone there, and with complete gear.

There are very few capital cities in the world that are blessed with such close proximity to nature as Islamabad.The Margalla Hills are the continuation of the Himalayan mountain range. The soil on the hill is fertile and completely covered with green trees, herbaceous plants and rocks. The forest on the hills is the natural habitat for a variety of animals and birds. The forestry department of Pakistan and the authorities has tried their level best to revive tourism in this area. Every year, many private clubs along with the authorities conduct a hiking excursion to fetch up the importance of the Margalla Hills among all age groups. The authorities have made possible for people to visit the forest, roam about safely, and explore the natural resort. For people who wants to experience hiking and overnight camping can come here as it is the safest place for the purpose.

First ever visit to such trail in Islamabad and one of the best experience so far. It is said to be very difficult trail as its rocky and have some very steep points but its worth it. You can have great view of Islamabad during the hiking. Its adventures, bring you close to nature. People must visit here regularly as its very healthy activity. RECOMMENDED!

Very intense. Not for the faint-hearted. But very rewarding. Great place for the active inclined.

Best rail...risky..thrilling and you feel achieved after a long way!And a little tip ... bring your friend with you ..dont left them behindAnd oh also bring water...and camera too obviously for pictures..( its beautiful up there)I forgot all three :)

Go well prepared. Have water and snacks. Go in a group to motivate each other and have chit chat. The trail is tough for the first half and then easier in my opinion... Nice place to have fun with friends and family as it gets you closer to the nature and away from mobiles. Keep it clean. Good luck.

A serene and peaceful place to burn calories and remain fit. A very safe environment mostly visited by amazing people

From parking to Chatri Point its take 30 to 50 minutes depending on your stamina and nature of track you choose to hike as heavy patch is difficult for beginners. So if you are new then choose via normal track or through left of parking start which contain village view of saidpur and also a cliff hanging rocks. Some people also do cliff hanging there.

When I was studying in Islamabad, I lost weight from 82 to 70 at this place. If I have to go to Islamabad for some work, I definitely come here. Any brother who is looking at this writing [ review]of mine must visit here.

The natural beauty attracts the hikers trail-3 has its own scenic view ️️

Best trail in the Margalla Hills. The fast track is quite challenging but theres also the regular track, which by no means is a walk in the park. If youre looking for a challenge, just try and walk fast.The track is mostly busy and safe. You find hawkers at several different spots selling water, juice, biscuits, nimko, candy, etc. Its a good place to take young kids to.The views are pretty good, too.

Surrounded by trees and lush green garden it is best track for tracking for health.

A well known trekking and hiking trail on the Margalla Hills, Islamabad. This is lush green and comparatively safe track equally liked by individuals and families. Its the best trail for all those hikers or walkers who are interested to reduce their weight with regular trekking and hiking activities. One can also see wildlife and chattering birds in the bushes. A small number of snow leapards could also be seen rarely. At the mid point there is a pleasant sitting area for sightseeing and to enjoy the weather.

Very tough was. There is no water in trail 3 . But we enjoy very well.

As compared to trail 5, trail 3 needs comparatively more exertion which is paid off after approx 4 km to find yourself in amazing surroundings of beautiful mountains and scenic beauty.

Good hiling trail but basic facilities are lacking.Also come with good shoes as the way is rocky. Ordinary shoes are likely to tear away

Its a really smooth and nice track. It has a hard uphill in the begining for the first kilometer or so and then its smooth..

A good place for outing and a resort for some physical activity

Out of all the activities you could do while your stay in Islamabad, this one is the most healthy and entertaining one. You get a touch with pure natural savannah with lovely views over the mountains. Me and my wife went there with another couple and we really enjoyed it. When you reach at monal, the top you will have a huge feeling good factor for yourself(and for your spouse/partner offcourse) therefore, l do recommend it for a kind of relationship building measure as a side kick. Must have a hike bag with water and juice. The track is very safe as the security personnels were around. I recommend it in winter season only otherwise could be very hot. Enjoy!!

Ive lived/worked right in front of this trail for over 5 years and never experienced going up the trail. Got a chance to hike through this last weekend and Im confident to say that this is one of the longest (local) trails and has a lot of different views to offer. You can see all of Islamabad and somewhat Pindi from its different view points. Also its comparatively clean hiking trail. You need to be extra careful about (tharki/poonders) if you are going up with your family. I think theres no way to stop them but being a bit cautious would help.

It is really fantastic and really amazing. Greenerys, Outting, Exercise and Hike all included. Should visit whenever have a chance

Its a very beautiful track for hiking and also a good opportunity for your health and entertainment

This trail needs a religious effort to hike upon

Awesome experience good place to visit with family. little bit rush on holidays but very cool and calm place to get rid off daily life tensions

Of you want to lose weight, look no further.Its the right place youve been looking for...

A place to visit to enjoy view of sunrise

Excellent as always saw some great new initiatives shud plant more fruit trees

Well maintained but the main trail can be improved as it get very steep and dangerous at some places. View point is really good

I have enjoyed alot, best place for fitness lovers.

Good place for hikers and health concious people. Always carry your own drinking water, preferably with dissolved lemon and salt (if your doctor permits). Moreover, if you have glued hiking joggers and they are few years old then dont bother to wear that while going on hiking as I have seen few detached soles of the joggers on the track. It was a good experience though.

Every time love to have hicking at the weekend with family n friends. Its nice, windy n safe hicking track which us about 4 km one side. On every hicking, gives you new friends n fun.

The hike which it is not, more like a casual walk. The scenery is beautiful, rare animals to see are boars. The trail is one of the easiest I would say. The waterfall is not a waterfall just a small gush of water flowing through a very small opening, you can wash your feet in it and thats about it. Trail is average but the walk is a good exercise and always populated in the evening by locals.

Nice trail. Naturally beautiful

Very very nice place to trek, especially for nature lovers

Fab marvelous romantic and more importantly i had lot of memories attached with it

Its a beautiful and lively place for walking and tracking. I loved this place so that i have marked it as 5 star place. One should complete this track once in a month in order to maintain their body and to enjoy the lovely and beautiful scenery of Islamabad.

I COMPLETED THE FAST TRACK in 1 HOUR!!!

Trail 3 offers a good healthy environment for physical exertion for fitness as welk as it has scenic beauty....

The most famous among all hiking-tracks of Islamabad. Well-cutted out path with many stop-gap relaxing seating facilities.

The most beautiful view comes after hardest climb.One should must try to explore the unseen beauty of Nature.

Nice relaxing Hiking Trail, best time to visit early morning

Best hiking trail. Visit everyday and keep yourself fit. Be well prepared and keep water bottle with you. Greenery and 2nd stay point at this trail will mesmerize you.

Awesome place to visit. Best for hikers, nature lovers. There are different tracks for hikers. One is very steep and the other is a bit normal anyone can hike in it but people who have problem in knees would be difficult fo them to hike

Initially hard but worth it, better views than trail 5

Best Trail to hike for Youngsters who want to stay fit and Healthy.

The best trail to get your feet in winter

Too steep for beginners. However, it has got a parallel track which is long but less steep. I will recommend that for beginners.

Good hiking experience, one must go for hiking atleast twice a week

Nice place to visit. Full of natural beauty

Very beautiful and most thrilling trail out of all, it is an entertainment as well as exercise. A must place to go. A place from where you can see the beauty of Margallas and Islamabad.

A beautiful place to hike in Islamabad.

Good hike with beautiful view and waterfalls.

Hiking Trail..One of best Trail for Healthy Activity..

Its a really good trail, but for beginners I would suggest to bring sufficient water and some dates along with you on the trail. Also, try to reach the trail by 5-6 max. So you can reach the endpoint before full sunlight.

Though trek is very beautiful but few people using this trek make us very sad by smoking. Tried to stop them doing this nasty business but to no avail

Its one of the longest hiking trails in Margalla Hills Islamabad. But every time I go on hike on this track its like a new adventure and every time I can find some small new shortcuts. There are basically 2 trails for this one. One is direct also called fire trail, which is a steep and a bit exhausting. It is not recommended for the new bees. Otherwise its mush quicker to reach the top. The other one is the normal hiking trail, which goes in zigzag form and much easier for all ages except few steep climbs. The track is surrounded by nature all over with trees & flowers, monkeys and other small animals, nothing dangerous. The environment is soothing and refreshing with cool fresh air to breathe. There are no proper shops or cafes on the way up, so its better to have water / juice bottles with some snacks before starting the hike. Sometimes on the way one can find few hawkers selling drinks, biscuits and snacks. The trails ends at Monal. Personally, I prefer to go on Sundays. The reason being the excellent brunch on Sundays morning on Monal Restaurant. Hike to Monal Restaurant, have a tasty buffet brunch and after that either walk down or take a Taxi to the parking at bottom.A precaution is required if you are going in summers. There will be lot of sweating, so there are chances of dehydration. The best recommended time is the winter, when one can really enjoy without being exhausted

It is one of the beauties of Islamabad. Trails are managed well and scienic view.

More than just a nice place to test your stamina. Perfect for some hard core hiking. And dont forget to bring a couple of bottles of water along.

Best place of hiking but one thing I miss is that there should be dustbins after every Kms atleast so people can throw garbage there instead of nearby jingle. This would make this place safe for natural animals as well.

I love hiking and trail 3 is best trail.Beautiful views.Faisal Mosque View.I really like this track.

One of the beauty you will find in Islamabad is Trail 3 for hiking. It leads to Pir Sohawa, a amazing place of attraction in Margala Hills

Lovely place. But the trail do get a bit difficult in between. There are a lot of benches so you can sit and enjoy the view. Some of the rocks are too slippery so have to be careful. No water spot in the trail area so bring ample water supply.

A very nice place for hiking, trekking

This is one of the easier trails to experiance hiking compared to others on margalla hills...

1. Dont trust the time estimates of Google Maps at all. We started off from the top at 4:30 pm. Maps suggested a travel time of 90ish minutes. We reached down after dark at around 8:00pm. We had kids so the adventure was doubled.2. There are no points to deposit trash, people dont have the discipline to carry the waste with them all the way. So it is littered.3. But the place is beautiful, definitely worth it. If you can see the sunrise here I think you will probably never forget it.Over all an awesome experience!

Gives you the feel to be very near to future. Refreshing and amazing track

Islamabad the beautiful on the edge of Margalla Hills, one of the most beautiful capital in the world, with lush green road belts, clean paths and highways.Along with other interesting activities there are hiking tracks in Margalla National Park and most famous is Trail no.3, starts right from parking, which have ample space to park your vehicles, it leads to Monal, there are two rest areas and to enjoy the best view of Islamabad rest area 2 is highly recommended to hikers or adventure lovers.

It was an awesome day, I saw some unique birds and a deer too. I didnt captured it because it was raining and weather was so cool.

I found this trail as best trail for hiking as compared to other trails. Hiking early morning is best way to see, feel and enjoy the nature. Go early morning and enjoy the precious gift of nature. Try to keep nature clean. Stay safe from wild animals you cant bound them from coming your way but I never found any wild animal coming in human vision except few kind of birds.

Lovely destination for hiking. Some tips if youre visiting for the first time, carry a water bottle to stay hydrated, start hiking at least an hour before sunset.

Best Place for Hiking

Healthy Activites neat and clean place

Love this trail, it offers you much to explore the nature and beautiful Islamabad while you make yourself healthy.

A good place for hiking with beautiful views

The shortcut from trail 5 to trail 3 is very dificult. So not recomended for single going people.Any ways, the trip is a great adventure.

Excellent. Well made path. Beautiful views of the city. Good for families

That was very nice . But hard stamina is required to reach on top very fast

One of the best hiking tracks to the Margalla hills. Must come once or twice a week to refresh themselves.

Awesum place to hike nd very beautiful trail. U must try

Best hiking place In Islamabad

Did tracking and hiking up to three kilometers bin thick forest and humid climate which was very refreshing at conclusion.

Nice place in Islamabad for hiking and good to maintain health ,many peoples dont care about shoes ,must wear hiking shoes , water , juice and some snacks are also available on reasonable distance by mobile individual sellers.

It is always great pleasure to hike trail5 via trail3.

Great place to go hiking. It is far steeper than other trails, however there is alternate route thats longer but has reasonable gradient. You can have your own choice based on your stamina and thrilling nature. Both are very doable.

Beat the crowd and noise. Love this track is my Fav.

Good exercise and lovely views of Islamabad. Dont miss.

Best way to keep yourself healthy and fit. Do regular hike on trail 3 by making it your lifestyle. Natural beauty of mountains and lovely view of islamabad.

A beautiful trail with daring steep track, i prefer the steeper path if you are with friends and dare to have cardio activity, while parrallel to it is an easy track for families but that is a bit longer.

Really peaceful place to get some time away from the hustle and bustle of the city!

I must say the best place in Islamabad for hiking from young age to old age..easy trek and beautiful scenery

Really nice trail in the heart of Islamabad. Pretty well maintained and relatively clean. You can get some very nice views of the city by climbing only a third of the way up. Only issue I see if the lack of adequate parking when it gets busy on weekends

This is trial around 8km long and with normal speed one complete it in 1.45hours maximum. There are different resting places. During the hiking, different view of the city can observed. Before starting pickup waters(1.5liter) and some junk food as trial no water or shops. Some local boys sell water and juice near the ending side.

Awesome place to observe beauty of nature.

The area is green, clean & peaceful making for the perfect hiking location & great for family trips as well.

Wonderful trail with quite nature. You can have wonderful overlook of whole Islamabad city...

If you dont have a plan and want to experience it all then take the steep fast track and then at stop switch to easy track to reach at top.Remember to collect garbage..

Into the wild, even for a while is good.

Wonderful, thrilling, adventurous hike and trail,,, everybody should go there,,,, full of greenery and clear air..... There are two best restaurants for high tea i.e. La Montana and Monal,,,, expensive but try worthy......

If u love nature then must visit specially in rainy day .one thing more its best place for weight loss

This is be best place to check ur physical strength