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ExploreRawal Lake and Lake View Park Islamabad
Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory
Overview
Situated along the Murree Road Expressway in the eastern sector of Islamabad Rawal Lake and Lake View Park Rawal Dam Park form the premier water reservoir eco-recreational park and family getaway in the federal capital. Formed by the impoundment of the Korang River in 1962 Rawal Lake spans over 8.8 square kilometers supplying drinking water to Rawalpindi while providing a thriving aquatic habitat. Developed along its northern banks Lake View Park is an expansive recreational complex featuring motorboating speedboating jet skiing South Asias largest walk-in bird aviary paintball arenas quad biking gardens terraced picnic lawns and lakeside dining hubs overlooking the Margalla Hills.
Highlights
- Premier water reservoir and expansive eco-recreational family park spanning 8.8 square kilometers
- Formed in 1962 by Rawal Dam across the Korang River supplying drinking water to Rawalpindi
- Home to South Asias largest walk-in bird aviary housing exotic pheasants parrots and waterfowl
- Boating and water sports hub offering motorboats speedboats rowboats and jet skiing
- Recreational facilities include paintball arenas quad bike tracks rock climbing and train rides
- Scenic lakeside picnic gardens shaded pine groves and sunset dining decks with Margalla backdrops
Things To Do
- Enjoy motorboating speedboating and rowboat rides across the expansive waters of Rawal Lake
- Walk through the South Asia walk-in bird aviary to observe exotic birds parrots and peacocks
- Experience adventure activities including paintball quad biking rock climbing and zip-lining
- Relax with family picnics on landscaped green lawns and shaded pine groves along the lakebank
- Photograph sunset reflections over Rawal Lake with the Margalla Hills rising in the background
Local Transportation
Located directly along Murree Road / Kashmir Highway Expressway near Malpur Islamabad. Easily accessible via private car sedan taxi Metro Bus service feeder routes or ride-hailing apps Uber Careem Yango InDrive from anywhere in Islamabad and Rawalpindi.
Accommodation
Capital city hospitality hub. Luxury 5-star hotels Serena Hotel Marriott Hotel boutique guest houses and budget stays are widely available across Sectors F-6 F-7 F-8 and G-6.
Food & Cuisine
Open-air lakeside cafes fast-food stalls snack plazas and live BBQ dhabas available inside Lake View Park. Enjoy traditional Pakistani BBQ fried fish French fries ice creams Doodh Patti chai and cold beverages.
Safety Information
Highly secure, peaceful family recreational destination protected by Capital Development Authority and Islamabad Police. Wear life jackets during all boating activities, supervise children near water banks, and follow park guidelines in the bird aviary.
Travel Tips
Visit in the late afternoon to combine the bird aviary with a sunset boat ride, wear flat comfortable walking shoes, purchase token tickets for aviary and boating early to avoid weekend queues, and carry a camera.