List of Wildlife Sanctuaries in Himachal Pradesh in 2018

This is the list of Wildlife Sanctuaries in Himachal Pradesh which is updated in 2018. This list also includes national parks and there are total 38 Wildlife Sanctuary spread across Himachal Pradesh. These are the protected area as per the [24A] and under the sections of 18, 35, 36A as per wildlife sanctuary act. Surrounded by the beauty of the Himalayas, Himachal Pradesh offers a mind-blowing experience to the travelers. Not just its diverse landscapes, but the huge variety of wildlife is also something to be explored in Himachal Pradesh. Starting from Snow Leopard, Himalayan Yak to Giant Panda and musk deer, a plethora of rare animal species make this place much more attractive to the nature lovers.

List of Wildlife Sanctuaries in Himachal Pradesh – including Name of the Sanctuary, Year Establishment and Total Area

Are you planning to visit Himachal Pradesh? Then here are the top 5 national parks that you must put on your bucket list.

Sr. No.	Wild Life Sanctuaries	Area	Establishment
1	Bandli Wildlife Sanctuary	41 sq km	1974
2	Chail Wildlife Sanctuary	108 sq km	1976
3	Chandratal Wildlife Sanctuary	38 sq km	2007
4	Churdhar Wildlife Sanctuary	55 sq km	1985
5	Daranghati Wildlife Sanctuary	167 sq km	1974
6	Dhauladhar Wildlife Sanctuary	943 sq km	1994
7	Gamgul Siahbehi Wildlife Sanctuary	108 sq km	1974
8	Govind Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary	100 sq km	1962
9	Great Himalayan National Park	905 sq km	1984
10	Inderkilla National Park	104 sq km	2010
11	Kais Wildlife Sanctuary	14 sq km	1954
12	Kalatop Khajjiar Wildlife Sanctuary	30 sq km	1949
13	Kalesar Wild Life Sanctuary	53 sq km	1996
14	Kanwar Wildlife Sanctuary	61 sq km	1954
15	Khirganga National Park	710 sq km	2010
16	Khokhan Wildlife Sanctuary	14 sq km	1954
17	Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary	2,220 sq km	1992
18	Kugti Wildlife Sanctuary	378 sq km	1962
19	Lippa Asrang Wildlife Sanctuary	342 sq km	1962
20	Maharana Pratap Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary	3,207 sq km	1983
21	Majthal Wildlife Sanctuary	40 sq km	1974
22	Manali Wildlife Sanctuary	31 sq km	1954
23	Naina Devi Wildlife Sanctuary	123 sq km	1962
24	Nargu Wildlife Sanctuary	278 sq km	1974
25	Pin Valley National Park	675 sq km	1987
26	Pong Dam Lake Wildlife Sanctuary	207 sq km	1982
27	Rakcham-Chitkul Wildlife Sanctuary	34 sq km
28	Renuka Wildlife Sanctuary	4 sq km	1962
29	Rupi-Bhaba Wildlife Sanctuary	269 sq km	1982
30	Sainj Wildlife Sanctuary	90 sq km	1994
31	Sangla Valley Wildlife Sanctuary	304 sq km	1989
32	Sechu Tuan Nala Wildlife Sanctuary	102 sq km	1974
33	Shikari Devi Wildlife Sanctuary	72 sq km	1974
34	Shilli Wildlife Sanctuary	2 sq km	1974
35	Shimla Water Catchment Wildlife Sanctuary	10 sq km	1958
36	Simbalbara National Park	27 sq km	1958
37	Talra Wildlife Sanctuary	26 sq km	1962
38	Tundah Wildlife Sanctuary	64 sq km	1962

Great Himalayan National Park

If you want to visit one of the most beautiful national parks in India, then Great Himalayan National Park should be the first one. Spread across an area of 754 sq. km and located at an altitude between 1500 and 6000 meter, this national park is blessed with an amazing bio-diversity. With 375 different animal species including birds and mammals as well as a a wide variety of plants, this national park has become one of the best tourist attractions in Himachal Pradesh. Exotic animals such as snow leopards, blue sheep, Himalayan brown bear, Tahr, musk deer and several other creatures are observed amidst the divine beauty of the national park. Among the bird species, you can find golden eagles, Griffon vultures of Himalaya and raptors are primarily seen. You can only enter the national park by foot as there is no road that leads to it.

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Pin Valley National Park

Amidst the desert of marvelous Spiti Valley in Himachal Pradesh, Pin Valley National Park is a gorgeous snow-covered wildlife park which is home to a wide variety of animal and plant species. Endangered species like the Siberian Ibex and snow leopards are the residents of this national park which makes it even more attractive for the tourists. The park is also regarded as the border between Lahaul and Spiti districts. The altitude of the Pin Valley National Park varies from 3500 meters to 6000 meters.

Renuka Wildlife Sanctuary

Adorned with lush greenery and several species of plants and animals, Renuka Wildlife Sanctuary is a prominent national park located at Sirmour district in Himachal Pradesh. Not only for the biodiversity, but this place is also quite well-known as a pilgrimage. Covering the vast land of 4.028 km, this sanctuary is home to a wide range of flora and fauna. The mixture of dry deciduous and Sal forest make it compatible for animals like Samber, Leopard, Spotted deer, Barking Deer, Plam Civet, Jungle cat, Porcupine and birds like Hill Crow, Bulbul, Green Pigeons and Drongos.

Bandli Sanctuary

Located at Mandi district, Bandli Sanctuary is mainly famous for Leopard and Chir Pheasant. Among the other wild animals, you can find Himalayan Black Bear, Barking Deer, Palm Civet and Rhesus Macaque.

Churdhar Sanctuary

Churdhar Sanctuary, located at the highest peak in the outer region of the Himalayas, is one of the newest national parks in Himachal Pradesh. Birds like Himalayan Monals and other pheasants and animals such as Black Beer, Musk Deer, barking deer and leopards are some of the most common inhabitants of this forest.