Ayubia: Hiking Trails and History

Ayubia offers a range of trails and historical traces to explore. The Pipeline Walking Track is a hiking route between Ayubia and Dunga Gali, while the historic Ayubia-Nathiagali bridle path offers a different focus. In Ayubia Town, a 250-foot-long tunnel recalls a connection dating back to 1891. These features give you several specific points to consider when planning your trip.

Hiking trails with different features

The Pipeline Walking Track is a relatively easy hiking trail between Ayubia and Dunga Gali. Dense pine, fir, and oak forests shape its route, along with views of the surrounding valleys. The route thus connects two named places with a clearly described forest and valley landscape. If you are planning a hike, its classification as a relatively easy trail and the scenery offer practical points of reference.

The historic Ayubia-Nathiagali bridle path offers a different focus: it is four kilometers long and runs through dense pine forests. In comparison with the Pipeline Walking Track, the bridle path is defined by its historical context, specific length, and pine forest; the Pipeline Track is characterized by its endpoints, its classification as a relatively easy hiking trail, and its valley views. A travel report from the 2026 summer season describes visitors riding along the bridle path. If you are planning a ride, check current availability in advance.

A tunnel connecting historic places

Another historical feature is the 250-foot-long tunnel in Ayubia Town. It was built in 1891 beneath a road and residential area, connecting Ghora Dhaka, now called Ayubia, with Khaira Gali (Murree).

The tunnel’s length, year of construction, and the connection between two named places are its defining features. This sets it apart from the trails, whose descriptions focus on routes, scenery, and activities. Ayubia’s range of attractions therefore includes both forest and valley views and a specific historical connection.

A regional educational program on the Pipeline Track

In the wider region, a one-day educational trip to Ayubia National Park took place on June 28, 2026. It was jointly organized by the Department of Archaeology, Tourism and Hotel Management at the University of Peshawar and the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Culture & Tourism Authority. The program on the Pipeline Track included a hike, environmental education, a litter-picking activity, photography and videography, and hands-on learning experiences. It aimed to promote sustainable tourism, responsible travel, and nature conservation.

The event connects the track with a different perspective from choosing an individual route: hiking was combined with environmental learning and practical conservation work. For travelers interested in these topics, it is a specific example of an educational program in the wider region. It was a one-day event dated June 28, 2026.

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