Al Rafisah Hiking Trail

مسار الرفيصة للمشي

Hike from Al Rafisah Dam up to Al Suhub.

Worth crossing emiratesFreeKhorfakkan, SharjahShow on map4.6(367)Google reviews

Why it's worth the trip

A proper mountain hike with a café and one of the UAE's best views waiting at the top.

About this place

This marked trail climbs from the lake at Al Rafisah Dam up rocky mountain paths to the Al Suhub Rest Area, about 3.5 km each way with steep, loose sections. Allow around 3 hours return, and reward yourself with the view and a coffee at the top.

Good to know

Outdoor
Free entry
Parking

Before you go
Easy to moderate in winter, harder in summer heat. Wear proper shoes and bring plenty of water.

Perfect for

Adventurous
Hiking
Scenic views
Free
Best in winter

بالعربي

امشِ من سد الرفيصة صعوداً إلى استراحة السحب.

رحلة مشي جبلية حقيقية، مع مقهى وواحدة من أجمل إطلالات الإمارات بانتظارك في القمة.

يصعد هذا المسار المحدد من بحيرة سد الرفيصة عبر ممرات جبلية صخرية إلى استراحة السحب، بطول نحو 3.5 كيلومتر في كل اتجاه مع أجزاء شديدة الانحدار وحصى متحرك. خصّص نحو 3 ساعات ذهاباً وإياباً، وكافئ نفسك بالإطلالة وفنجان قهوة في القمة.

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Starts at Al Rafisah Dam, Khorfakkan, Sharjah, UAE

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