Al Hefaiyah Trail - Al Ghayl - Kalba - SHARJAH
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Trail stats
- Distance
- 4.97 mi
- Elevation gain
- 1,604 ft
- Technical difficulty
- Moderate
- Elevation loss
- 1,604 ft
- Max elevation
- 822 ft
- TrailRank
- 46
- Min elevation
- 124 ft
- Trail type
- Loop
- Moving time
- 2 hours 26 minutes
- Time
- 4 hours 41 minutes
- Coordinates
- 1443
- Uploaded
- April 14, 2024
- Recorded
- April 2024
near Ghayl, Sharjah (United Arab Emirates)
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Itinerary description
Please keep in mind that I am a leisurely hiker who is connected to nature and wild places; I do take breaks to admire sights and natural things on my journey to the peak.
Sharjah's New hiking trail which connects to old Al Ghayl trail - Al Hefaiyah has several hiking trails. They are of different lengths and difficulty levels. The map at the park is slightly confusing for the longer trails as it shows separate parts of trails, but it’s easy enough to work out, especially if you’ve already done the hiking trails at Kalba- Ghayl Dam.
The Al Hefaiyah Lake Trail goes along the mountainside from one side of the lake to the opposite side. This is 2km and easy. There are some short inclines at the beginning and end and along the way.
The Eastern Mountain Trail is the next level up from the previous one and goes up the mountainside and across to another mountain. It’s 1.2 km.
You can then combine this with the trail at Kalba- Ghayl Dam, also called Al Furaish Lake, and do a loop to come back. You can see the first part zigzagging on the mountainside in the photo above.
On the map, the Furaish Mountain Trail (Southern) starts on the same route as the Eastern Mountain Trail then cuts across to another mountain.
Furaish Mountain Trail (Northern) is the one going down one mountain to the lake at the dam and Al Furaish Lake Trail is the one going between the two mountains at the dam.
It does somehow make sense to show the separate parts as you can make different combinations of the various trails.
If you do the full loop from Gate 1 at the lagoon, cut across north to the mountain top, down that mountain, along Al Furaish Lake, up the mountain and back to the lagoon, it’s just under 10km. For a 12 km hike, start at Gate 2.
What we got and planned for Hike Day
📆 Date: Sunday 14th April 2024
⏲ Our Meeting time: 5.15 AM.
⏲ Our Hike start time: 5.30AM.
🌤 Temperature was 27-33 degree
🌬 Wind 15-30kms KPH
🌞Generally Clear and Warm
💧 Humidity 27-37
💨 Cloud Cover: 20%
Must have Gears and essentials for this hike:
🥾 Hiking Shoes
🎒 Backpack with chest and vest straps
🧑🏿🦯 Hiking Poles
💡 Head lamp - if you are starting before sunrise
🚰 water at least 2 liters + 1 liter if hike is in summer
🥵 Hydration liquids and energy bars
🍋 Fruits - Oranges, Dates, Apples, Bananas
Preferred Clothing:
👖Long sleeve top and bottom preferably bright-colored.
🌅Sun protection / Sunglasses / Cap / Hat / Scarf.
The Details:
📍 Meeting Point - https://maps.app.goo.gl/p7kp6PeCnT6gLhmd8
🚶Hike Start point - SAME AS MEETING POINT
🥾Technical difficulty: Level 4: Moderate – Simple switchbacks and distance increase. Endurance and Stamina required. sudden elevation, loose rocks, Beginners, Adults and Kids.
🛣 Hike Distance: 8 kms+-
🌋 Elevation Gain: 400 Meters+-
🔁Trail Type: Loop - Mostly MARKED
⏲Duration of Hike: 4 Hours around
🌈 Best time to hike - Winter or MID season
Worth noting:
☎ Mobile Network available
📍Download WIKILOC map or any other map so that it works without internet.
🆘do save SOS and make sure you share your hiking location with family or a friend.
🚑 in case of emergency - as soon as possible contact rescue or medical help.
🚘 any car can reach to start point
Emergency phone numbers
🚔999 for Police
🚑998 for Ambulance
SOS - AD999 app
🗑 Take your litter with you:
Let's keep our natural environment free of litter. Litter harms our environment, soil, waterways, and wildlife.
Extras:
After Hike Breakfast or Lunch - Good Restaurant (cheap and best) Google Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/vkFR583jtezqrRbj8
kindly note that hiking in the mountains involves certain dangers including but not limited to venomous wildlife encounters falling over rocks weather-triggered sicknesses and the possibility of any other accidents. Please be responsible while choosing the routes and the team.
Cheers
Nurul Ameen
+971559045464
Disclaimer:
“"I accept no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions in the contents in this post. The information contained in this post is provided on an "as is" basis with no guarantees of completeness, accuracy, usefulness or timeliness..."
Sharjah's New hiking trail which connects to old Al Ghayl trail - Al Hefaiyah has several hiking trails. They are of different lengths and difficulty levels. The map at the park is slightly confusing for the longer trails as it shows separate parts of trails, but it’s easy enough to work out, especially if you’ve already done the hiking trails at Kalba- Ghayl Dam.
The Al Hefaiyah Lake Trail goes along the mountainside from one side of the lake to the opposite side. This is 2km and easy. There are some short inclines at the beginning and end and along the way.
The Eastern Mountain Trail is the next level up from the previous one and goes up the mountainside and across to another mountain. It’s 1.2 km.
You can then combine this with the trail at Kalba- Ghayl Dam, also called Al Furaish Lake, and do a loop to come back. You can see the first part zigzagging on the mountainside in the photo above.
On the map, the Furaish Mountain Trail (Southern) starts on the same route as the Eastern Mountain Trail then cuts across to another mountain.
Furaish Mountain Trail (Northern) is the one going down one mountain to the lake at the dam and Al Furaish Lake Trail is the one going between the two mountains at the dam.
It does somehow make sense to show the separate parts as you can make different combinations of the various trails.
If you do the full loop from Gate 1 at the lagoon, cut across north to the mountain top, down that mountain, along Al Furaish Lake, up the mountain and back to the lagoon, it’s just under 10km. For a 12 km hike, start at Gate 2.
What we got and planned for Hike Day
📆 Date: Sunday 14th April 2024
⏲ Our Meeting time: 5.15 AM.
⏲ Our Hike start time: 5.30AM.
🌤 Temperature was 27-33 degree
🌬 Wind 15-30kms KPH
🌞Generally Clear and Warm
💧 Humidity 27-37
💨 Cloud Cover: 20%
Must have Gears and essentials for this hike:
🥾 Hiking Shoes
🎒 Backpack with chest and vest straps
🧑🏿🦯 Hiking Poles
💡 Head lamp - if you are starting before sunrise
🚰 water at least 2 liters + 1 liter if hike is in summer
🥵 Hydration liquids and energy bars
🍋 Fruits - Oranges, Dates, Apples, Bananas
Preferred Clothing:
👖Long sleeve top and bottom preferably bright-colored.
🌅Sun protection / Sunglasses / Cap / Hat / Scarf.
The Details:
📍 Meeting Point - https://maps.app.goo.gl/p7kp6PeCnT6gLhmd8
🚶Hike Start point - SAME AS MEETING POINT
🥾Technical difficulty: Level 4: Moderate – Simple switchbacks and distance increase. Endurance and Stamina required. sudden elevation, loose rocks, Beginners, Adults and Kids.
🛣 Hike Distance: 8 kms+-
🌋 Elevation Gain: 400 Meters+-
🔁Trail Type: Loop - Mostly MARKED
⏲Duration of Hike: 4 Hours around
🌈 Best time to hike - Winter or MID season
Worth noting:
☎ Mobile Network available
📍Download WIKILOC map or any other map so that it works without internet.
🆘do save SOS and make sure you share your hiking location with family or a friend.
🚑 in case of emergency - as soon as possible contact rescue or medical help.
🚘 any car can reach to start point
Emergency phone numbers
🚔999 for Police
🚑998 for Ambulance
SOS - AD999 app
🗑 Take your litter with you:
Let's keep our natural environment free of litter. Litter harms our environment, soil, waterways, and wildlife.
Extras:
After Hike Breakfast or Lunch - Good Restaurant (cheap and best) Google Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/vkFR583jtezqrRbj8
kindly note that hiking in the mountains involves certain dangers including but not limited to venomous wildlife encounters falling over rocks weather-triggered sicknesses and the possibility of any other accidents. Please be responsible while choosing the routes and the team.
Cheers
Nurul Ameen
+971559045464
Disclaimer:
“"I accept no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions in the contents in this post. The information contained in this post is provided on an "as is" basis with no guarantees of completeness, accuracy, usefulness or timeliness..."
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