About Chail Wildlife Sanctuary
Chail Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area spanning approximately 110 square kilometers across Solan and Shimla districts in Himachal Pradesh. Originally the private game reserve of the Maharaja of Patiala, it was officially designated as a wildlife sanctuary in 1976. The sanctuary features dense forests of pine, oak, and deodar trees at elevations ranging from 701 to 2408 meters. It is home to diverse wildlife including sambar, goral, cheer pheasants, leopards, and over 138 bird species.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect to explore dense forests consisting of pine, deodar, and oak trees in a serene mountain setting. The sanctuary offers opportunities for wildlife spotting including sambar deer, wild boar, goral, leopards, and various pheasant species. Birdwatchers may observe over 138 bird species including the endangered cheer pheasant. The area provides peaceful surroundings with scenic Himalayan views, trekking trails through forested terrain, and camping facilities. The sanctuary encompasses both natural forest areas and some human settlements within its boundaries.
Key highlights
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Home to endangered cheer pheasant and over 138 bird species
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Dense forests of pine, oak, and deodar trees at high altitude
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Wildlife including sambar, goral, leopard, and wild boar
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Formerly the private game reserve of the Maharaja of Patiala