Thadiq National Park
Thadiq National Park is located in Thadiq Province, with a total area estimated at around 3,000 square kilometers, it is situated approximately 100 kilometers northwest of the capital, Riyadh, The park is a prominent natural destination for outdoor enthusiasts and hiking activities, it features a 40-kilometer-long valley formed by the slopes of the famous Tuwayq Mountain, The valley, known as Obaitharan channels water into the governorate’s dam reservoir, which irrigates local farms, The park is distinguished by its natural and man-made caves overlooking the valley, as well as a large number of guest shelters designed using natural materials through community participation Environmental efforts in the park include the preservation of existing and ancient trees such as acacia, ghaf, and wild sidr, Additionally, 270,000 trees have been planted to combat desertification, along with over one million shrubs sown through seed dispersal initiatives. Threatened tree species have also been reintroduced, Wildlife conservation programs have been launched, including the reintroduction of species such as Arabian sand gazelles, and the park has become a habitat for various animals that have increased in population due to environmental protection and dense vegetation, These include hares, rock hyraxes, and several bird species. The park also features recreational facilities that attract visitors throughout the season. Thadiq National Park has been recognized as part of the UNESCO Global Geoparks Network.
The park boasts a diverse natural and geological landscape including valleys, sand dunes, and mountains, It also contains various fossils and seasonal waterfalls during periods of rain. The average annual temperatures range between 22°C and 26°C.
