Nargu Wildlife Sanctuary

Nargu Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area located in the Mandi District of Himachal Pradesh, India. Notified in 1999, it covers approximately 132 square kilometers on the eastern slopes of the Uhl River valley. The sanctuary features diverse temperate and alpine forests including deodar, fir, and oak. It provides habitat for species such as the Himalayan monal, common leopard, Asiatic black bear, barking deer, and musk deer.

Visitors can expect a tranquil forest environment along the Uhl River with opportunities for nature walks and wildlife observation. The sanctuary encompasses steep mountainous terrain with dense patches of coniferous and broadleaf forests at higher altitudes. Barot village serves as a gateway, offering riverside access points. Visitors may spot various bird species and mammals in remote areas, though wildlife sightings are not guaranteed due to dense vegetation and human presence within the sanctuary boundaries.

Nargu Wildlife Sanctuary was notified by the Government of Himachal Pradesh on 23 October 1999. Initially covering 278 square kilometers, its boundaries were rationalized in November 2013, reducing the area to 132.37 square kilometers.