Chitral Gol National Park — Attraction in Chitral Tehsil

Chitral Gol National Park is one of the National Parks of Pakistan.

Chitral Gol National Park was declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1979 and a National Park in 1984. This 7750-hectare area lies just west of the Town of Chitral, encompassing the watershed of Chitral Gol.

Chitral Gol National Park is situated in the beautiful valley of Chitral. Chitral Gol is a narrow valley, its gorge running for some 18km before broadening out into a basin surrounded by high peaks.

Numerous tributaries drain into the Chitral Gol, which flows southwards into the Kunar River. Visitors and Visitor Facilities Include two hunting lodges, originally built by the Mehtars.

Wildlife: This park is famous for its Markhor goats, estimated 100-125 in 1970, and 225 in 1975. A more recent estimate indicates a population size of 650. Other ungulates, such as Siberian ibex and Ladakh urial (Shapu), occur in very small numbers, as do black bear. The status of snow leopard changed from tenuous security in 1970 to seriously threatened by 1974. The species does not appear to be resident, visiting the park occasionally. Wolves are seen less frequently following restrictions on grazing by livestock.

Mammals: Mammals in the park include, Snow leopard, Kashmir Markhor, Siberian ibex, Ladakh urial, Black bear, Tibetan Wolf, Red fox, Yellow throated martin and Himalayan otter.

Birds: Common bird in the park are---- Lammergier vulture, Himalayan Griffon vulture, Golden eagle, Demosille crane (Passage migrant), Peregrine falcon, Himalayan snowcock, Himalayan monal, Snow partridge and rock Partridge.

Best time to visit the park is from May to September.

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Breath talking place after a very challenging road. Must go there if you ever visit chitral. Wild life park having markhor white snow leopard and lions.2915m high is amazing and worth visiting for adventerous people. Amazing scape which changes as you move forward.The drive to the park features a winding, rocky dirt road, so be prepared for a bit of a bumpy ride. That said, the rising altitude affords spectacular views of a sweeping landscape. From Chitral City nestled in the lap of the surrounding range (keep an eye out for the airstrip!) to the grandeur of rolling mountains reaching towards shockingly blue skies - scenic is the word I'd use.

The park itself features delightful trails for the more adventurous (sturdy shoes are a must) as well as secreted nooks for picnicking. It tends to get chillier towards the evening so dress accordingly.

Definitely a place which is a prime example of the breathtaking beauty of our Pakistani landscape. Stunning! Chitral Gol National Park is a national forest reserve of Pakistan for climate change and some rare specie like Markhor. A walking track to explore the area has beautiful sight seeing.Fantastic place I suggest people to go there u never ever seen such a great green and full of nature. Beautiful Pakistan 🇵🇰 ❤️ Chitral National Park, Chitral, Pakistan. Chitral Gol National Park is one of the National Parks of Pakistan. It is located in Chitral District in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa province of Pakistan beside the Chitral River, at a distance of two hours drive from Chitral town. The park is also known as Chitral...

Chitral Gol National Park is situated in the beautiful valley of Chitral. Chitral Gol is a narrow valley, its gorge running for some 18km before broadening out into a basin surrounded by high peaks. Numerous tributaries drain into the Chitral Gol, which flows southwards into the Kunar River. Visitors and Visitor Facilities Include two hunting lodges, originally built by the Mehtars.

Wildlife: This park is famous for its Markhor goats, estimated 100-125 in 1970, and 225 in 1975. A more recent estimate indicates a population size of 650. Other ungulates, such as Siberian ibex and Ladakh urial (Shapu), occur in very small numbers, as do black bear. The status of snow leopard changed from tenuous security in 1970 to seriously threatened by 1974. The species does not appear to be resident, visiting the park occasionally. Wolves are seen less frequently following restrictions on grazing by livestock.

Mammals: Mammals in the park include---Snow leopard (T), Kashmir Markhor (V), Siberian ibex (V), Ladakh urial (T), Black bear (T), Tibetan Wolf (V), Red fox (C), Yellow throated martin (C) and Himalayan otter (V).

Note: T=Threatened, V=Vulnerable, R=Rare, C=Common, ?=Unknown.

Birds: Common bird in the park are Lammergier vulture, Himalayan Griffon vulture, Golden eagle, Demosille crane (Passage migrant), Peregrine falcon, Himalayan snowcock, Himalayan monal, Snow partridge and...