Ramnagar Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the state of Jammu and Kashmir, about 6km away from Jammu city. It was established in the year 1981 to protect the eco-system of the surrounding regions.

Flora
Arid deciduous scrub, arid mixed deciduous forest and shiwalik forest.

Fauna
Flagship species: barking deer and nilgai.
Other species: wild boar, rhesus monkey, fox, jungle cat, etc.

Avian Fauna
Blue rock pigeon, Indian mynah, peafowl, jungle crow, red jungle fowl, white cheeked bulbul, golden oriole and others.

Getting there
Jammu Airport, located about 8km away is the nearest airport to Ramnagar Wildlife Sanctuary. The closest rail head is the Jammu railway station, around 6km away. From the airport and the railway station, tourists can easily avail bus and taxi service to reach the sanctuary.

Tourist Information
A mud hut with two bedrooms, situated inside the sanctuary, can be availed for staying with prior reservations. Permit for entering Ramnagar Sanctuary can be obtained from the Regional Wildlife Warden of Jammu.
The sanctuary has a hilly and undulating topography, so the tourists are always advised to wear comfortable clothes and trekking boots. Trekking, wildlife photography and jeep safaris are main tourist activities in the forest.
Carrying of pets, transistors and explosive items are not allowed inside the forest area. Advised to carry mosquito repellents if visitors plan to stay overnight in the sanctuary.

Additional Information
Location: Ramnagar Wildlife Sanctuary, Jammu district, Jammu and Kashmir.
Area: about 31.50 sq km; Elevation: 430-611m above sea level
Temperature: Summer 24° to 39°C and winter 2° to 20°C
Best time to visit: For mammal sightings - September to March; for bird sightings - March to May.
Timings: morning to evening
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