New bridge adds fresh adventure to Dubai’s Mushrif National Park
Trail network expands with a smoother route through the forest
Dubai Municipality has opened a new bridge at Mushrif National Park, expanding the outdoor experience at one of the city’s key natural destinations.
The new facility connects the park’s mountain biking and hiking routes, creating a seamless trail experience for visitors. The development brings adventure, nature and active lifestyles together while adding a new landmark to Dubai’s largest forest.
The new mountain biking and hiking experience is now open to the public, with visitors able to start their journey from Mushrif Hub. The dedicated space serves as a one-stop destination for mountain bikers, hikers and nature explorers looking to access the park’s trails and discover its natural surroundings.
Natural setting
The bridge has been designed and developed in harmony with the surrounding environment, with its integration into the park aimed at improving accessibility and movement without altering the distinctive character of Mushrif National Park.
#DubaiMunicipality has opened a new 102-metre bridge at Mushrif National Park, creating a continuous and safer mountain biking journey through Dubai’s largest forest and adding a distinctive new feature to one of the emirate’s leading nature and recreational destinations.
— بلدية دبي | Dubai Municipality (@DMunicipality) August 23, 2026
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The new connection allows visitors to move more easily between sections of the outdoor trail network, strengthening the range of recreational experiences available within the park. It also adds another point of interest for people exploring the forest on foot or by mountain bike.
Mushrif National Park is among Dubai’s prominent outdoor destinations, offering visitors opportunities to spend time in nature while taking part in recreational and physical activities. The latest development further expands the facilities available for residents and visitors seeking active experiences in an open, natural setting.
Active lifestyles
The project forms part of Dubai Municipality’s broader efforts to develop high-quality public spaces that promote physical activity, community engagement and greater interaction with nature.
By bringing hiking and mountain biking routes together through the new bridge, the development supports a wider range of outdoor activities within the park. The facility also contributes to Dubai’s ambition to incorporate wellbeing, outdoor recreation and active lifestyles into everyday life through accessible public spaces.
Visitors can now begin their exploration from Mushrif Hub before moving onto the newly connected trail network, offering hikers, mountain bikers and nature enthusiasts a more seamless way to experience the expansive forest landscape.