In Dubai, These Are the Most Epic Outdoor Adventures

1. Hike and bike in the Hajar Mountains in Hatta

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A 90-minute drive from downtown Dubai, the exclave of Hatta in the Hajar Mountains is a major adventure destination in Dubai. This landscape that surrounds the town of Hatta is one of craggy peaks, dry wadis (valleys or ancient riverbeds), lakes, natural springs, and farmland, and it offers plenty of opportunities for active travelers through marked hiking and biking trails.

Hikers can explore 20 miles of trails through five marked routes, while cyclists are free to explore over 30 miles of trails…