Bark in the Park: The Canine Adventures of a Dog Parent in Aravali Biodiversity Park, Gurgaon

Ready to explore the outdoors with your dog? Delhi NCR has plenty of dog-friendly parks and trails, but finding the perfect blend of peace and adventure can take time. That’s where we come in! With our list of must-visit parks, you and your dog can enjoy a great outing without the hassle. Today we’re covering another one of the fan-favorite parks of Delhi NCR- Aravali Biodiversity Park in Gurgaon

Aravali Biodiversity Park is situated in the heart of Gurgaon, near the Delhi-Gurgaon border. The main entrance is accessible via MG Road, making it convenient for residents of both Delhi and Gurgaon to visit the beautiful, lush green trails. Established in the early 1990s by the Gurgaon Metropolitan Development Authority, this park, over 600 acres has become a sanctuary for a diverse range of flora and fauna, including over 300 species of birds.

Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ihxsLsNrJx5Xbxym7

Entry: Free

Timings: 5:30 am - 11:00 am and 3:00 pm - 6:30 pm (in summer), 6:00 am –11:00 am and 3:00 pm–7:00 pm (in winter)
Photography/ Videography: Allowed

Parking: Parking is available opposite to the gate

Trail difficulty: Easy to Moderate

Things to Enjoy

• Guided Trails with Signs: To enhance your hiking experience, the park features guided trails with signs at cross points, ensuring that you and your furry friend can navigate the park with ease and explore its various attractions without getting lost.
• Sunrise and sunset points: Experience the beauty of the park during the golden hours by visiting designated sunrise and sunset viewing points, where you can bask in the warm glow with your furry friend. The sunset point additionally gives you a 360-degree view of the forest and city area which is a sight worth watching.
• Offbeat Trails: For those seeking a more adventurous experience, the park offers offbeat trails that lead you through lesser-explored areas, providing a sense of discovery and solitude with your canine companion. It’s all about tapping the explorer inside you!
• Bird sightings: Keep your eyes peeled for the park's resident birds (especially the peacocks), as these majestic birds can often be spotted strutting around or perching on branches, adding a touch of whimsy to your outdoor adventure.
• Meet other dog parents: This park is a beautiful place to plan walking dog dates and also meet fellow dog parents. The dog-loving community in Delhi is vibrant and welcoming, and Aravali Biodiversity is a great spot to connect with like-minded individuals (Ps- you can do this in our community pack walks too. More details below)
  

Restrictions

• Adhering to the timing restrictions for on-leash dogs-  8 am to 5 pm
• Off-leash dogs are neither permitted nor suggested
  

Pro tips and precautions

• Visit early morning or evening for pleasant weather and fewer crowds
• Weekday walks = fewer crowds
• You can take a long leash to give your dog more freedom to explore the on-leash gardens
• Be cautious of stray dogs and maintain a safe distance (and there are many on the way)
  

Aravali Biodiversity Park allows you to experience a different side of Gurgaon- a real forest in the city known as the concrete jungle. One that is more serene and suitable for bonding with your dog.  Additionally, if you want to join like-minded dog parents and explore different parks in Delhi, Sundays with sploot is the perfect dog-friendly event for you.

Sundays with sploot is a ritual event of the dog-parent community at sploot where we meet, explore and enjoy different trails and parks of Delhi NCR every week. To join Sundays with Sploot or learn more about upcoming events, visit here or follow us on Instagram (@wesploot). Our community of parents are always eager to welcome new members and share their love for having new experiences with their dogs.