Hirpora Wildlife Sanctuaryहीरपोरा वन्यजीव अभयारण्य
A high wildlife sanctuary on the Mughal Road.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereShopian, Jammu & Kashmir
South Kashmir
South Kashmir
Best time to visit15 May to 30 September
Good seasonsMonsoon (June to September), Summer (March to May)
DifficultyModerate
Height3000 m above sea level
Time neededFull day
Base and nearbyHirpora, Shopian
EntryFree
About Hirpora Wildlife Sanctuary
A high forest sanctuary on the way to Peer Ki Gali, known for the Himalayan brown bear, the markhor and the musk deer. It is a rarely visited protected area and a good place for birdwatching and quiet walks. Permission from the wildlife department may be needed to enter the core areas.
What to see and do
- Brown bear and markhor habitat
- Birdwatching
- Forest walks
- Near Peer Ki Gali
- Permission may be needed
Part of The Himalaya.
Opening status, best time and closures here are estimates from usual seasons and past patterns, not live information. Confirm with the local authority before you go. Terms of use
More places in Shopian
- Dubjan MeadowShopian, Jammu & Kashmir · Valleys & CanyonsA quiet Shopian meadow that reopened to visitors in 2026.
- Mughal RoadShopian, Jammu & Kashmir · AdventureThe old Mughal route over the Pir Panjal, now a scenic road.
- Peer Ki GaliShopian, Jammu & Kashmir · Valleys & CanyonsThe high pass on the Mughal Road, green in summer.
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